Finance Director

About the role

Location: US Corporate Office (Mason, Ohio). Status: Exempt, Full-Time (40 hours/week, Non-Support Raised). Reports to: US Operations Director. Works closely with: Board of Directors, Executive Director, Leadership Team, Finance Committee, Investment Committee, Operations Team, Human Resource Partner, Site Directors, Global Financial Administrators, and Equipping and Care Team.

The Finance Director provides strategic leadership over the ministry's global accounting operations, budgeting, and long-range forecasting. This senior role ensures fiscal integrity and compliance while managing all finance-related policies integrated with Human Resources. As a departmental head, the position drives financial outcomes and mentors a high-functioning team to support the ministry’s mission.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Accountable for the entire accounting operations of the ministry, ensuring the integrity of financial records and the production of all internal and external financial reporting.
• Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and donor tracking, ensuring a timely and accurate month-end and year-end close.

Internal Controls

• Establish, document, and enforce a rigorous system of internal controls, accounting policies, and fraud prevention measures across all global offices.

International Controls

• Oversee and audit the financial control systems and program reconciliations for international ministry partners in locations such as Mexico, Nigeria, and India.
• Cultivate international relationships with global site financial administrators to build global standards.
• Support the establishment of new systems and software in global sites.

Audit & Tax Compliance

• Lead and coordinate the annual external audit, serve as the primary liaison for auditors, and ensure full compliance with GAAP, ECFA standards, IRS laws, and state/federal reporting.
• Direct all finance-related policies, ensuring strict adherence to IRS laws and 990 reporting requirements.

Budgeting & Cash Flow

• Oversee the preparation of the annual budget and maintain weekly cash flow forecasting to ensure the organization's liquidity and financial health.

Financial Reporting

• Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing clear budget-to-actual variance analysis to leadership.
• Provide high-level financial analysis and metrics for capital investments, contract negotiations, and organizational performance benchmarks.
• Advise executive leadership, Board of Directors, and site directors on strategic decisions, resource allocation, and risk mitigation using actionable financial analysis.

Systems Management

• Maintain and optimize the ministry’s accounting software and ERP (NetSuite, QuickBooks), and integration with donor management platforms (Blackbaud/NXT).

Additional Responsibilities

• Partner with HR to oversee global payroll processing, benefits accounting, and the proper reconciliation of complex donor contributions and international grant transfers.
• Assist as needed with organizational special events.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hold weekly 1:1 meetings to build trust and provide regular oversight.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize department objectives and workloads.
• Develop specific goals, set performance standards, and communicate expectations to employees.
• Engage and motivate employees, address conflict, and monitor performance.
• Provide active guidance and development by identifying needs and coaching employees through the annual and quarterly Ministry and Development Plan process.
• Lead and manage both financial systems and the people who operate them.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required; Master’s a plus.
• Preference given to candidates with Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designations.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, ideally with a faith-based non-profit.
• Experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite a plus.
• Proven track record of managing complex financial systems, global control environments, and organizational audits.

Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Cultural knowledge and sensitivity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve (analytical and evaluative).
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Creativity to work within limited resources.
• Adaptability to different circumstances and working conditions.
• Teachable and open to learning.
• Demonstrate compassion and relational skills.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Use active listening skills.
• Be socially perceptive.

Technology

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to master and optimize specialized financial software and systems to an advanced level.

Culture

Employees are expected to demonstrate a relationship with God and love for others as they:

• Have a clear understanding of and commitment to Back2Back’s mission and vision.
• Live out Back2Back Cultural Values.
• Sign and adhere to the Back2Back Statement of Faith.
• Sign and adhere to the Back2Back Staff Member Standards.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role is based in the Mason, Ohio, office and requires regular collaboration with staff and leadership, including international staff. The position may travel to international sites for global standards and relationship building (estimated at 5%). The position involves typical professional office demands such as sitting or standing for extended periods, extensive computer use, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Back2Back Ministries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults as outlined in the Back2Back Safeguarding Policy, and is committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment.