Director of Accounting – Finance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee and manage the daily functions of the Finance Department.

• Provide guidance, direction, and performance management for the finance team.

• Set departmental priorities, standardize processes, define expectations, and establish accountability measures.

• Direct accounting operations, including general ledger management, financial reporting, month-end and year-end closures, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and other essential functions.

• Develop, implement, and uphold GAAP-compliant accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and analyses.

• Assist in the annual budgeting process and financial forecasting, including budget models, submissions, and variance analysis.

• Monitor the organization’s cash flow, liquidity, and cash requirements.

• Oversee grant accounting, including tracking restricted funds, billing, reporting, reimbursements, and compliance.

• Support banking relationships, treasury activities, and financial management tasks.

• Coordinate annual financial statement audit activities and respond to auditor requests.

• Assist with tax filings and necessary financial reporting.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial policies.

• Identify financial risks and suggest corrective measures.

• Implement financial systems, reporting, workflows, and cross-functional process improvements.

• Collaborate with Operations and IT on enhancements and integrations of financial systems.

• Keep organized financial records, documentation, and shared resources.

• Partner with department leads and senior leadership on budgeting, financial planning, and decision-making processes.

• Cultivate relationships with auditors, financial institutions, vendors, funding partners, and other stakeholders.

• Communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Escalate significant financial, operational, compliance, and risk-related issues to the Chief Financial & Operations Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.

• At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or financial management.

• Minimum of three (3) years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

• Proven experience managing month-end and year-end closings, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and internal controls.

• Experience leading financial system implementations, reporting enhancements, or process improvement initiatives.

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Experience in coordinating financial statement audits.

• Familiarity with nonprofit and/or governmental accounting, fund accounting, grant management, financial reporting, and compliance.

• Experience managing grant-funded programs, including reporting, billing, compliance, and reimbursements.

• Experience in supporting procurement and contract management processes.

• Proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, cash flow forecasting, treasury activities, and financial analysis.

• Ability to assess financial operations and implement enhancements.

• Capacity to lead, organize, prioritize, and manage information efficiently.

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Strong time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strategic mindset regarding systems, operations, processes, and workflows.

• Ability to learn and utilize new software, technology, and financial systems.

• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certifications are preferred.

• Project management experience is an advantage.

• Prior experience with Sage, Salesforce, Asana, or similar software is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $110,000 - $115,000 annually.

• Comprehensive health insurance, covering medical, dental, and vision.

• Generous paid time off, including over 25 holidays each year.

• Flexible 35-hour workweek.

• "Rejuvenation Weeks" dedicated to focus and planning.

• Retirement plan contributions.

• Pre-tax 403(b) plan option available.

• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

• Emphasis on balance, growth, and inclusivity.

• Flexible work arrangements, including the option to work remotely.