Director of Finance

DescriptionWe are looking for a strategic finance leader to oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial reporting, and support sound decision-making across the organization in Dallas, Texas. This role combines hands-on leadership with big-picture planning, guiding core accounting functions while helping senior leaders and board stakeholders understand financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to compliance, and a commitment to building efficient processes and a high-performing team.Responsibilities:• Lead daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, payroll, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and consistency.• Direct month-end and year-end close activities, producing reliable financial statements on schedule.• Maintain a strong control environment and ensure accounting practices align with organizational policies and nonprofit reporting standards.• Coordinate annual audit readiness, manage auditor requests, and support a smooth external audit process.• Oversee preparation of required tax and regulatory filings, including 1099 reporting and annual Form 990 submissions in partnership with outside advisors.• Guide the annual budgeting cycle with finance leadership and department heads, while supporting forecasting and ongoing budget monitoring.• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and presentation materials for executive leadership, committees, and the board, highlighting trends, risks, and performance drivers.• Manage financial systems and reporting workflows, improve accounting procedures, and implement process enhancements that increase efficiency and transparency.• Supervise and develop accounting team members through goal setting, coaching, and performance feedback while fostering a collaborative work environment.Requirements• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.• Proven experience leading month-end close and producing accurate financial statements.• Strong background in audit preparation and coordination with external auditors.• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and analytical review.• Experience overseeing nonprofit compliance requirements, including Form 990 and related filings, is strongly preferred.• Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and the ability to optimize financial workflows.• Established success managing and mentoring accounting staff in a leadership capacity.Job typePerm