Associate Director/Director of Finance

About the role

The Associate Director/Director of Finance is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and oversight of the Company's financial operations, in partnership with the AVP of Finance/Controller.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Support the preparation and timely submission of monthly expenditure reports under the Company's primary NYeC grant, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
  • Partner with the AVP of Finance/Controller to manage and report against dual budgets for the SHIN-NY contract (NYeC fiscal year and Company calendar year).
  • Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial deliverables to NYeC, including support for expenditure audits and related documentation ("back-up guides").
  • Axist to external tax accountants with preparation of the Company's Form 990 and other required tax filings.
• Revenue, Billing & Controls
  • Support all billing and collections related to contract revenues, ensuring invoices are accurate, timely, and aligned with contractual terms.
  • Collaborate closely with Customer Success, Project Management, Sales, and QA teams to standardize and improve invoicing and contract workflows.
  • Ensure appropriate revenue recognition by reviewing contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and supporting documentation.
  • Monitor and enhance internal controls, checks and balances, and financial governance practices.
• Accounting Operations
  • Contribute to maintenance of the general ledger, journal entries, and books of account.
  • Support the monthly closing process and preparation of schedules and analyses for quarterly Finance and Audit Committee meetings.
  • Support the year-end close activities and preparation of all audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Strategic & Operational Support
  • Participate in quarterly Audit Committee and Finance Committee meetings.
  • Axist to the AVP of Finance/Controller in preparing financial analyses and materials for Executive Leadership and Board meetings.
  • Prepare ad hoc financial analyses for the CEO, senior leadership, and Board as requested.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Proactively review expenses and financial processes to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
  • Lead and support finance department modernization efforts, including automation, system integration, and policy development.

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Required:
  • A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of New York.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and Salesforce.
  • A minimum of 6 years of progressive professional accounting or finance experience, preferably within a nonprofit or grant-funded environment.
  • A strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Experience with month-end and year-end closings, audits, and complex reconciliations.
  • Experience with grant accounting and administration, including NYS and federal funding.
• PREFERRED:
  • Experience supporting A-133 or similar grant audits.
  • Experience implementing or optimizing financial systems and automation.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement financial policies and procedures.