Director of Finance

Role Overview

• Serves as the principal financial advisor and strategic partner to the COO and executive leadership team.
• Leads organizational budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning to support mission and growth.
• Develops and maintains financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance.
• Provides timely and accurate financial analysis, reports, and recommendations to leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Oversees the development and monitoring of the annual organizational budget, working collaboratively with department leaders.
• Monitors cash flow, revenues, and expenses to ensure financial sustainability.
• Reviews financial performance against budget and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Ensures appropriate allocation and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Oversees day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including grant and contract fiscal requirements.
• Manages the annual audit process and serves as the primary liaison to external auditors.
• Prepares financial reports for funders, government agencies, and other stakeholders as required.
• Works collaboratively with program and operations teams to support contract budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal compliance.
• Builds financial literacy and capacity among department leaders through guidance and consultation.
• Supports fund development efforts by providing financial data, projections, and grant budget support as needed.
• Serves as an active member of CFC's leadership team, modeling professionalism, integrity, and collaboration.
• Participates, as feasible, in organizational planning, fund development, and community engagement activities.
• Represents the organization in financial or administrative matters with external partners, funders, and vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field required; master's degree or CPA a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit financial management, including budgeting and audits.
• Experience in government funding, compliance, and fiscal oversight in a public-funding environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and fiscal compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to analyze financial data and communicate complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Typical of an office environment.
• Eligible for hybrid/telework schedule upon completion of introductory period.
• Must have reliable transportation to regularly attend off-site meetings, trainings, and other work-related events.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Must comply with agency health and safety protocols, including vaccination policy.