Wendy H.

About Wendy H.

As Chief Financial Officer at ECS4Kids, I lead financial strategy and operations for a $130M+ organization serving 24 counties across Florida and Georgia. My work centers on strengthening fiscal integrity, compliance, and strategic insight so the mission can thrive.I’ve guided major modernization efforts — including payroll and financial system implementations — to improve automation, reporting accuracy, and transparency across a fully virtual finance environment.Before ECS4Kids, I served as CFO for multiple tax-exempt enterprises, driving efficiency, accountability, and stronger alignment between financial practices and organizational goals. My background includes financial system integrations, internal control audits, and process redesigns that raise the bar for accuracy and reliability.I’m driven by mission-oriented work and am passionate about building finance teams and infrastructures that protect resources, accelerate impact, and enable organizations to grow with purpose.

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Episcopal Children's Services, Inc.

   Sep 2022 — Present · Jacksonville, FL, US

   Lead a team of accounting and financial professionals supporting a $130M+ budget and delivering comprehensive back-office services for ECS programs across 24 counties in Florida and Georgia.• Provide executive oversight of key financial systems, including enhancements to Paylocity (payroll) and Abila MIP Fund Accounting (general ledger), improving automation, accuracy, and reporting efficiency.• Partner with the CEO, Board, and Senior Leadership Team to deliver actionable insights and strategic financial guidance that inform organizational planning, resource allocation, and program expansion.• Direct cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and management of investment portfolios to ensure optimal liquidity and sustainability.• Oversee fiscal compliance and reporting for complex state, federal, and local grant portfolios, maintaining full regulatory and audit readiness.

Education

• Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting and Business/Management

• Valdosta State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Healthcare Administration