Head of Finance (Full-Time)

Job Description
Job Description Description: Since 1991, Cocoon House has grown from a single emergency shelter into a full continuum of care — housing, outreach, prevention, and education/employment support. We believe every young person deserves safety, opportunity, and a community that believes in them. Through trauma-informed care and a deep commitment to dignity and inclusion, we help youth build stable, hopeful futures.

The Director of Finance plays an integral role in the organizational success of Cocoon House by providing strong leadership and strategic oversight on all matters relating to finance, risk management, planning functions, and advising functions. As part of the leadership team, the Director of Finance is responsible for effectively managing and communicating our financial health and stability across different agency levels within the organization. They will collaborate and engage with the finance committee and board of directors on a monthly basis, highlighting key performance indicators and areas of concern through various reporting mechanisms and visual aids. This position directly supervises and provides the necessary guidance for two accounting staff while serving as the direct financial advisor to the CEO.

Cocoon House is committed to continually growing in our equity, diversity, and inclusion journey, and candidates with lived experience or who identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply! We will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities upon request.

Director of Finance Duties & Responsibilities
Full-Time | On-site in Everett, Snohomish County
Salary: $115,000 - 125,000 annually

Strategic Leadership & Collaborative Partnership
Actively involved with advancement of strategic planning initiatives related to finance
Lead, develop, and manage a $9 million budget across organizational programs in coordination with the CEO, board, and senior leadership
Assesses areas of risk for organization and provides analysis and recommendations to executive management in areas of finance.
Provides both short and long-term forecasting analysis, identifying areas of focus
Incorporates data and available technology resources in decision making processes including financial modeling, forecasting and risk scenario comparisons
Represents organization and maintains professional relationships with financial institutions, insurance providers, government partners, and external consultants

Financial Operations & Stewardship
Oversees financial and payroll reporting systems and ongoing financial operations, including cash flow analysis and optimization, budget tracking, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Ensures grant compliance and monitors changes across the diverse field of federal, state, and county government contracts
Manages both annual financial and federal compliance audits
Manages 403b retirement plan and coordinates with providers and HR to ensure proper maintenance and accurate submission of related tax filings
Debt management service to include line of credit, bridge loan financing, and long-term loan covenants.
Actively monitors and updates financial policies and procedures as required
Stays current on trends and changes in accounting policy, especially as they relate to non-profits
Develops, strengthens, and maintains robust internal control processes

Cross-Functional Capacity Building
Supervises, coaches, and evaluates team performance and proper utilization of staff skill and expertise to designated projects while promoting financial literacy in the organization
Collaborates with development departments in preparation of private grant applications, providing all necessary budget narrative documentation and identifying programs that align with funding source initiatives
Provides tailored financial reporting for program managers on a monthly basis and ensure proper monitoring of actual budget detail

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision health options with employer contribution*
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency match*
• 21 days PTO accrual in first year*
• 10 agency-recognized holidays
• Multilingual pay differential opportunities
• Paid training & testing: CPR/first aid, food handler's permit, blood borne pathogens, abuse awareness, TB testing, and additional in-depth practical trainings

Requirements: Qualifications
Understanding and visible alignment of organizational values and mission serving homeless/at-risk youth in an environment that prioritizes meaningful relationships
Financial and operational management experience: 5-7 yrs of progressive financial management or accounting experience
Non-profit accounting experience preferred
High intellectual curiosity with a proven track record of mastering new financial systems, software, and regulatory frameworks quickly
Experience managing public grants and billing requirements, reconciliations, reporting, and expense tracking
Ability to prioritize deadlines with strong attention to detail
Problem-solving ability and aligning skill sets of teams to optimize functionality with limited staffing structure
Interpersonal skills and demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively as a trusted advisor, translating complex numbers into clear concepts for non-financial stakeholders, program staff, or leadership teams
Ability to present and communicate effectively at all levels with excellent verbal and written skills
Provide excellent customer service both internally and with external providers/stakeholders
BS/BA in related field, CPA or MBA preferred
Experience with Abila MIP preferred, Microsoft Office 365 Products, Paylocity payroll software

Required
DCYF background check clearance
Must be 21 years of age or older