Director, Finance & Accounting

About the Role

A not-for-profit company based in New York, dedicated to making a positive impact in its community, is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting to oversee financial operations and accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. This role plays a critical part in supporting strategic decision-making and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Strategy
  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals and long-term sustainability.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor on planning, resource allocation, performance management, and risk mitigation.
  • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business decision-making.
  • Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and revenue generation.
  • Develop key performance indicators and leadership reporting to support organizational performance monitoring.
• Accounting & Financial Management
  • Direct all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, revenue, payroll, and month-end close processes.
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
  • Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, banking relationships, and reserve management.
  • Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and systems.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
  • Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with department leaders.
  • Develop financial forecasts, multi-year projections, and scenario analyses.
  • Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
  • Support leadership in evaluating program performance and resource allocation decisions.
• Grant & Fund Accounting
  • Oversee grant accounting, compliance, reporting, and restricted fund management.
  • Ensure proper allocation of expenses across programs, grants, and funding sources.
  • Monitor grant expenditures and compliance with donor and funding requirements.
  • Partner with development teams on grant proposals, budgets, and financial reporting.
• Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls
  • Coordinate annual audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Oversee preparation and filing of IRS Form 990 and related regulatory reporting.
  • Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and risk management practices.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance and accounting professionals.
  • Oversee employee performance management, coaching, and professional development.
  • Manage external auditors, consultants, and service providers.
  • Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Progressive finance and accounting experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit management.
• Leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Experience in nonprofit finance and accounting, including:
  • Fund accounting and regulatory compliance.
  • Overseeing annual audits, IRS Form 990 preparation, and working with external auditors.
  • Managing grants, restricted funds, donor reporting, and funding compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA.

Pay

Competitive annual salary range starting at $150k.

Benefits

• Comprehensive standard benefits package.