Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Compensation: $125,000 – $135,000 base salary + comprehensive benefits

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Direct partnership with the Executive Director and senior leadership team
• Highly visible role with regular interaction with the Board and Finance Committee
• Opportunity to lead a full-scale modernization of finance operations, reporting, and audit processes
• Oversight of a significant investment/endowment portfolio that plays a critical role in organizational sustainability
• Mission-driven, collaborative environment with strong leadership support and long-term stability
• Generous time off, including a year-end holiday break

Benefits & Perks

• 55% employer-paid health insurance (multiple plan options available)
• Employer-paid annual parking
• Strong work-life balance in a purpose-driven organization
• High-impact role with significant autonomy and growth potential

Position Overview

The Director of Finance will serve as the senior financial leader for a respected Baltimore-based nonprofit organization. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring best-in-class financial reporting and compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic oversight with operational execution, ideal for someone excited to modernize systems, strengthen controls, and elevate financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, audit preparation, and compliance
• Manage and develop accounting staff; ensure appropriate balance between transactional execution and strategic finance
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and processes, including automation and integration initiatives to reduce manual work and improve accuracy
• Partner closely with executive leadership and the Board on budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy
• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors and the Board’s Finance Committee
• Provide financial insight and operational support across functions, including HR and facilities as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3+ years of financial leadership experience within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
• Strong expertise in nonprofit accounting systems
• Proven ability to improve processes, strengthen controls, and implement system enhancements
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with leadership, board members, and external partners

Location

Baltimore, MD (on-site; local candidates ONLY)