Job Description
Finance Director
Overview
The Finance Director leads the financial strategy and operations of the organization, ensuring fiscal responsibility, sustainability, and compliance with all financial regulations. They play a key role in budgeting, financial reporting, and advising leadership on financial decisions.
Responsibilities
- Financial Planning & Budgeting : Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Accounting & Compliance : Ensure adherence to financial regulations, tax laws, and best accounting practices.
- Grant & Fund Management : Oversee grant reporting and ensure proper allocation of funds.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis : Prepare financial statements, analyze trends, and recommend financial improvements.
- Risk Assessment & Strategy : Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
- Payroll & Expense Oversight : Manage employee compensation and operational expenditures.
- Stakeholder Communication : Present financial data and strategic insights to executives and board members.
Qualifications
- Education : A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field is required. A CPA , MBA , or Master’s in Finance is often preferred.
- Experience : 7-15 years of experience in financial management, including nonprofit or corporate finance.
- Technical Skills : Strong proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, auditing, and forecasting.
- Leadership & Strategic Thinking : Ability to guide financial strategy while ensuring organizational sustainability.
- Knowledge of Regulations : Familiarity with GAAP, IRS nonprofit compliance, and grant funding requirements.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to assess financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Communication Skills : Capacity to present financial reports to executives, board members, and stakeholders.
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