Director of Finance And Accounting

Andrews & Cole has been retained by a leading nonprofit dedicated to advancing equal access to legal services in the DC Metro Area, in its search for a Head of Finance & Administration. Reporting to the CEO, this role is a critical member of the executive leadership team. In this newly created role, you will transition the finance function in-house, developing a team and establishing finance systems. Excellent opportunity for a hands‑on finance leader to join the leadership team and partner closely with the CEO on strategic finance decisions. Flexibility to work 100% onsite or as little as 2 days/month onsite. Excellent benefits including a 100% 401k match. Responsibilities: Lead annual organizational budgeting, periodic forecasts, and multi-year financial planning. Provide the CEO, senior leadership team, and Board with financial analysis, variance explanations, cash‑flow projections, scenario modeling, and recommendations. Monitor financial performance, revenue trends, commitments, and long‑term sustainability; identify emerging financial risks and opportunities. Oversee the full accounting cycle, including financial reporting, month- and year‑end close, internal controls, banking relationships, and cash management. Lead preparation for the annual independent audit, Form 990, and other financial and regulatory filings. Monitor compliance with accounting standards, grant and funding requirements, and applicable financial regulations. Lead the transition from outsourced finance services to an internal function, including systems, workflows, staffing, and continuity of critical deadlines. Lead and develop the Foundation's finance and operations team. Oversee business operations, including procurement, contracting, business insurance, technology systems and vendors, cybersecurity coordination, and operational risk management. Serve as the primary finance liaison to the Board of Directors and its finance‑related committees. Prepare and present financial statements, dashboards, budget materials, audit updates, and other decision‑making information for the Board and its committees. Coordinate relationships with auditors, banks, investment advisors, insurance providers, accounting specialists, and other financial and operational partners. Qualifications: BS/BA and CPA required. 8+ years’ experience, including nonprofit financial management and staff supervision. Strong knowledge of nonprofit GAAP, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, audits, restricted funds, and internal controls. Demonstrated ability to manage accounting operations and improve financial systems, processes, and reporting. Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable guidance for executive leadership, Board members, and non‑financial stakeholders. Demonstrated capacity to lead change, manage competing priorities, and build productive cross‑functional relationships. Final offers take into account experience, education, training, and other business and market factors. Candidates with broader or more specialized experience may be considered at a different level, which may impact the compensation package offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr