Accounting Director

A prestigious, mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Accounting Director to join its finance leadership team. This highly visible position serves as a strategic partner to senior leadership and plays a key role in financial reporting, investment and endowment accounting, audit support, budgeting, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives.This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with a background in public accounting, nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, or endowment accounting who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with financial analysis, leadership, and business partnership.The organization offers an exceptional culture, strong work-life balance, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity to support a mission that has a meaningful and lasting impact. If you are interested in learning more by having a confidential conversation about this or any Robert Half role, please email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away.Why This Opportunity Stands OutHighly visible role with significant interaction with senior leadershipOpportunity to lead strategic finance and accounting initiativesStrong emphasis on professional development and career growthExcellent benefits package including retirement plan contribution and generous PTOMission-driven organization with strong employee retentionExposure to endowment, investment, nonprofit, and fund accountingCollaborative environment that values continuous improvement and innovationKey ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & AnalysisPrepare and analyze financial reports, dashboards, board materials, and management reporting packagesSupport budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic planning initiativesAnalyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to leadershipAssist with preparation and review of financial statements and supporting schedulesInvestment & Endowment AccountingOversee investment and endowment accounting analysis, reconciliations, and reportingMonitor investment activity, gains and losses, income recognition, and related reporting requirementsCoordinate with investment advisors, custodians, auditors, and external consultantsAudit, Tax & ComplianceSupport annual audits and preparation of audit schedulesAssist with Form 990 and other compliance-related reportingResearch accounting issues and assist with documenting accounting conclusions and recommendationsHelp ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standardsLeadership & Process ImprovementLead and support financial system enhancements, reporting improvements, and strategic finance initiativesIdentify opportunities to improve workflows, controls, automation, and reporting efficiencyDevelop policies, procedures, training materials, and documentationSupervise, mentor, and develop finance staffBusiness PartnershipPartner with departments throughout the organization to provide financial guidance and supportCommunicate financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field4+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, audit, or finance experiencePublic accounting experience strongly preferredExperience with nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, endowment accounting, or investment accounting strongly preferredCPA, MBA preferred Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reportingExperience supporting audits, Form 990 preparation, and compliance activities preferredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsExcellent analytical, research, reconciliation, and problem-solving skillsStrong communication and presentation skillsPrior supervisory, mentoring, or project leadership experience preferred Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.