Director of Finance and Operations (8577)

Director of Finance & Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and recommendations to executive leadership and governing boards.
• Manage banking relationships, investments, and financial risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial regulations.
• Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

• Oversee payroll, employee benefits administration, compensation processes, and HR compliance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, and retention initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and improve employee policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, including payroll, benefits, accounting, IT, legal, and facilities partners.
• Oversee office operations, facilities, equipment, technology, and administrative functions.
• Supervise and develop operations staff while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, and operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and performance metrics to support organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Support board and committee reporting, meeting preparation, and financial oversight activities.
• Manage contracts, vendor performance, and organizational compliance initiatives.
• Lead special projects and continuous improvement efforts across finance, operations, and administration.
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced credentials preferred.
• Significant experience in finance, accounting, operations, or organizational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience overseeing human resources, payroll, benefits administration, and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of accounting systems, financial software, and operational processes.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and manage teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and team-oriented workplace culture.