Finance & Accounting Director

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and oversight of financial operations for the Houston Childcare Project.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while safeguarding fiscal integrity, forecasting budgets, and guiding decision-making to maximize program impact.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, and procurement functions.
• Monitor grant and contract compliance with funder regulations.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and analyses for leadership and funders.
• Advise senior leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in non-profit or government-funded programs.
• Expertise in GAAP, cost allocation, and grants management.

Benefits

• Extensive learning opportunities and networking programs.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
• Strengthened by diversity.
• Committed to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.