Finance Director
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$120000 - $150000 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | New York, New York |
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Job Description
Job Description
Qualifications:
Our client is a non-profit worldwide humanitarian organization with an American Association based in New York City. They serve through initiatives like soup kitchens, senior care, health and pregnancy center support, prison ministry, migrant assistance, and senior care. We are looking for a mission-focused Finance Director who is interested in doing impactful work for a hands on organization.
Summary:
We are seeking an Accounting & Finance Director to oversee the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting functions. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners closely with executive leadership and the Board. The position exercises independent judgment, ensures strong internal controls, and supports the organization’s long-term financial health. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in nonprofit financial management.
Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Operations:
Summary:
We are seeking an Accounting & Finance Director to oversee the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting functions. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners closely with executive leadership and the Board. The position exercises independent judgment, ensures strong internal controls, and supports the organization’s long-term financial health. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in nonprofit financial management.
Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Operations:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and general ledger management.
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
- Review and approve payroll processing and reconciliations.
- Perform and review cash and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance.
- Perform/Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
Audit & Compliance:
- Lead annual audit preparation and serve as primary liaison to external auditors.
- Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
- Ensure compliance with nonprofit reporting requirements.
- Complete state filings.
- Support grant compliance tracking and reporting.
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
- Develop and monitor annual budgets.
- Prepare budget-to-actual analyses and financial forecasts.
- Identify trends and provide recommendations to leadership.
- Present financial reports to executive leadership and Board members.
Payroll/HR:
- Manage bi-weekly payroll and benefits administration.
Strategic & Leadership Support:
- Provide financial insight to department leaders.
- Support long-term financial planning initiatives.
- Escalate significant financial risks or concerns appropriately.
- Partner with leadership to improve financial systems and efficiencies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred but not required).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting/financial management experience.
- Strong nonprofit accounting experience required.
- Experience managing audits and financial reporting for nonprofit entities.
- Advanced proficiency in Sage Intacct required.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel.
- Experience with Bill.com, ADP/Paychex, or similar platforms preferred.
- Experience with CRM/Donor database (i.e., DonorPerfect) preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of integrity and professional judgment.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to leadership and Boards.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
This is a hybrid role beginning with 4x a week in the office required and Friday Work From Home. Following the first few months once the new employee is acclimated it can move to a 3x a week in office with 2x a week from home schedule.
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