Finance Director

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

📋 Description

• Oversee all essential finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management.

• Manage accounting operations and maintain relationships with external bookkeepers, accountants, and auditors.

• Generate regular financial reports for internal leadership, the Board of Directors, and significant donors.

• Supervise the annual audit, IRS Form 990 submission, and other compliance obligations for nonprofits.

• Oversee both restricted and unrestricted fund accounting in accordance with grant and donor specifications.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to formulate and implement a financial strategy that aligns with Tergar's mission and growth objectives.

• Develop and sustain financial models to aid in program planning, budgeting, and discussions with the Board.

• Offer insights and analyses to guide staffing strategies, program investments, and fundraising priorities.

• Enhance and streamline internal financial systems, policies, and controls suitable for a growing global nonprofit.

• Navigate the complexities of international finance operations, encompassing multi-currency transactions and cross-border contractor payments.

• Synchronize financial processes and reporting with the Tergar Mandala finance function.

• Collaborate closely with program and administrative leaders to ensure financial coherence with organizational objectives.

• Mentor and supervise finance team members, currently a small, cohesive group.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive finance experience, preferably within a nonprofit, mission-driven, or growing/start-up organization.

• Solid understanding of nonprofit accounting, Form 990 preparation, and audit oversight.

• Experience in supporting Board and donor communication, including financial reporting and presentations.

• Proven track record of creating and refining financial systems and processes in a lean organization.

• Ability to shift seamlessly between high-level strategic thinking and hands-on daily execution.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and project management abilities.

• Experience in international or multi-entity financial operations is advantageous.

• A genuine alignment with Tergar's mission.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental

• Vision

• Life insurance

• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)

• Health Savings Account (HSA) for US-based employees

• 200 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year

• 40 hours of Paid Retreat Time (PRT) annually

• Opportunities for professional development

• Complimentary access to all Tergar meditation programs

• Reduced fees for retreats led by Mingyur Rinpoche