Head of Finance (Full-Time)

Salary: $89,000 – $103,500 Reports to: Deputy Director of Operations & Technology

About this role Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead our financial operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all accounting and reporting functions — from day‑to‑day accounting to board‑level financial reporting, grant compliance, and audit preparation.

This role is an opportunity to build structure, improve systems, and make a lasting impact at one of the region’s most trusted nonprofit legal services organizations — advancing equal justice for low-income people across Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands.

Key responsibilities Financial operations & accounting Own and oversee all accounting functions: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management

Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, investment accounts, and client trust accounts

Develop, refine, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Identify and correct inconsistencies, errors, and inefficiencies in current accounting practices

Financial reporting & budgeting Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements, board reports, and variance analyses

Monitor cash flow and provide projections to support operational decision‑making

Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed

Grants & compliance Oversee financial tracking and reporting for grants in coordination with stakeholders

Ensure expenditures align with grant requirements, budgets, and restrictions

Lead audit preparation and serve as primary liaison to external auditors

Oversee preparation of Form 990, 1099s, 1096, and all required financial filings

Document and standardize key financial processes and workflows

Improve efficiency and consistency within existing accounting systems

Organizational leadership Serve as the primary point of accountability for financial accuracy and reporting

Partner with leadership to improve financial visibility and support strategic decision‑making

Establish financial discipline and accountability across departments

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience

Strong full‑cycle accounting and financial reporting experience

Nonprofit accounting experience, including grants and fund accounting

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Demonstrated ability to identify issues, implement structure, and improve operational consistency

Ability to take ownership of projects and work both independently and collaboratively

Full‑time, exempt. Office hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–Work is performed primarily in our Nashville, TN office. Some travel within the LASMTC service area may be required.