Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Location: New Rochelle, NY Compensation: $ 80-100,000k

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to oversee the financial operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This individual will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance while ensuring the organization maintains strong financial controls and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on financial leader with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience managing finances within a nonprofit environment. This role will partner with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and ensure the organization's financial resources are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and develop financial forecasts to support organizational planning.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, nonprofit regulations, grant requirements, and reporting deadlines.
• Oversee grant accounting, restricted fund tracking, and financial reporting related to funding sources.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
• Coordinate annual audits and work closely with external auditors and tax professionals.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
• Monitor organizational spending, identify financial trends, and recommend opportunities for improved efficiency.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other core accounting functions.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor budgets, manage expenses, and support financial decision-making.
• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff.
• Support long-term financial planning and strategic initiatives in partnership with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Prior experience working within a nonprofit organization strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, fund accounting, restricted funds, and grant reporting.
• Experience managing budgets, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and applicable nonprofit financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or MBA.
• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or a Board of Directors.
• Familiarity with government grants, foundation funding, and donor-restricted contributions.