The Director of Finance serves as a strategic advisor and operational leader responsible for
overseeing all aspects of companies financial systems, reporting, and compliance. Reporting directly to
the Chief Executive Officer, this role is essential in shaping financial direction and
sustainability. The Director of Finance is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, audit management,
and financial systems oversight. This role requires a detail-oriented, proactive professional with
strong analytical skills, nonprofit financial expertise, and the ability to lead process improvement
across departments.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning and Strategy
? Lead the organization’s annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes in coordination
with department leaders.
? Manage cash flow planning to ensure financial sustainability and effective resource allocation.
? Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the CEO, leadership team and finance committee on
organizational planning and decision-making.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
? Produce timely and accurate weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for
internal use, board reporting, and external stakeholders.
? Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and reporting requirements at the local,
state, and federal levels.
? Oversee audit preparation, coordination with auditors, and implementation of post-audit
recommendations.
? Maintain accurate and organized financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit
best practices.
Job Description: Director of Finance
Accounting Operations
? Oversee and complete accurate day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable,
accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
? Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts and monthly close processes.
? Monitor and manage vendor contracts, banking relationships, and treasury operations.
? Supervise and utilize accounting systems and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Monday.com), ensuring
efficiency and data integrity.
Cross-Functional Leadership and Process Improvement
? Partner with department leads to support budget adherence, track expenditures, and deliver
financial insights that inform decision-making.
? Lead process improvement and change management initiatives within the Finance function.
? Document financial procedures and policies to support transparency and operational
consistency.
? Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across financial systems.
Employee Lifecycle and Operations Support
? Maintain personnel records.
? Oversee compliance documentation processes, ensuring timely submission to JA USA and
recommending corrective actions as needed.
? Oversee offboarding processes.
? Ensure all CRM entries for financial records are accurate and reconciled with QuickBooks and
partnerships.
Perform other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS
? Financial strategy development and implementation
? Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
? Strong technical skills, must be extremely proficient in technological systems.
? Expertise in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn Monday.com
? Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
? Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
? Demonstrates strong critical thinking and discernment
? Critical ability to identify potential risks, inconsistencies, or suspicious information (e.g.,
phishing emails, fraudulent activity)
? Adaptability to changing organizational needs and environments
? Highest level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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