About Us
We are a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening children, families, and our community through compassionate, mission-driven services. Our team values collaboration, integrity, adaptability, and excellence in everything we do.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to join a respected nonprofit organization serving children and families in Southwest Florida.
This leadership role is responsible for guiding the organization's financial health, ensuring sound fiscal stewardship, and partnering with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to support long-term sustainability and growth.
We are looking for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture strategy with day-to-day financial operations and who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
Duties
- Lead all accounting and financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash management, and banking relationships.
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements
- Develop and oversee the annual operating budget in partnership with organizational leadership.
- Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
- Lead the annual audit and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, federal and state reporting requirements, and grant compliance.
- Oversee grant and resticted fund accounting.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.
- Supervise and mentor finance staff.
- Present financial reports and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
- Manage insurance, vendor contracts, retirement plans, and other financial administrative functions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA preferred.
- 5-7 + years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.
- Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing for and managing annual audits
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (QuickBooks experience preferred)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgement
Attributes
- A strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up your sleeves.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Collaborative and approachable.
- Comfortable presenting financial information to executive leadership and Boards.
- Adaptable in a fast paced, growing organization.
- Passionate about using your financial expertise to make a meaningful impact.
Work Environment
This is a full time, primarily office-based leadership position located in Southwest Florida. Occasional evening meetings may be required.
Applicants must successfully complete a background screening.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
