Director of Finance, Accounting & Planning

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Finance leader to serve in a Contract role overseeing accounting operations, financial planning, and reporting for a large international nonprofit organization. This position will guide the accounting team, strengthen internal controls, and deliver timely, accurate financial information that supports executive decision-making. The role also partners across the organization on budgeting, cash forecasting, compliance, and audit readiness while promoting efficient and well-documented financial processes.Responsibilities:• Lead day-to-day accounting activities, assign team priorities, and establish an organized workflow that supports efficient month-end close and reliable financial reporting.• Supervise, coach, and evaluate finance staff, including supporting recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development.• Maintain a strong control environment across accounting operations to protect accuracy, consistency, and compliance.• Oversee monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet reviews, and preparation of internal and consolidated financial statements.• Direct the annual audit process by coordinating schedules, reviewing workpapers, and guiding the team through audit preparation and follow-up requests.• Ensure completion of federal, state, and other required filings in a timely manner and prepare materials for executive review and approval.• Partner with organizational leadership to develop the annual budget and produce monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc budget reporting and variance analysis.• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts, monitor daily cash activity, and support capital planning through forward-looking financial analysis.• Evaluate operating results against benchmarks and recommend process improvements, policy updates, and finance system enhancements that increase efficiency and reporting quality.