About Action Council
Created in 1994 to address unmet needs of low-income residents due to welfare
reform, Action Council of Monterey County has since evolved into a hub for social
innovation, incubation, and cross-sector collaboration. Action’s mission is to empower
people to transform their communities by incubating leaders, ideas, organizations,
and collaborative action. Action has incubated Building Healthy Communities (BHCMC), Mujeres en Acción, and other grassroots organizations. This role presupposes a strong commitment to working with funders, policy makers and the community to facilitate change on critical issues.
Building Healthy Communities Monterey County (BHCMC) engages and develops
community leadership to achieve equitable outcomes in health, education, and
economic opportunity. Coordinated through Action Teams, BHCMC works towards
policy and systems change grounded in a healing-informed racial justice framework.
The values of the organization include: Resident-centered / Resident voice,
Power-building, Equity, Compassion, Healing, Dignity, Authenticity, Love, Unity,
Solidarity, Justice, Affirmation, Inclusion, and People matter and are valued.
Position Overview
The Finance Director will serve as the senior financial leader at Action Council of
Monterey County, providing strategic oversight and management of all financial
activities. This role works closely with the Executive Director and Board Treasurer to
ensure fiscal health, compliance, and sustainability. The Finance Director leads the
finance team, coordinates audits, manages budgets and forecasting, and supports
financial planning across the organization and its fiscally sponsored groups. This position has one direct report.
Key Responsibilities
● Lead the development of annual budgets and multi-year financial planning.
● Oversee grant and contract compliance, invoicing, and financial reporting.
● Ensure accurate, timely preparation of monthly and quarterly financial
statements.
● Serve as the staff lead for annual audit and liaison to the Board of Directors’ Audit Committee and Finance Committee.
● Support Board financial literacy by preparing clear, accessible financial reports
and presentations for Board and committee meetings. Contribute to finance training and education efforts that strengthen Board capacity for fiscal oversight and strategic decision-making.
● Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and compliance
systems.
● Partner with program leads and ED to support program budgeting and fund
development.
● Provide financial oversight for the organization’s fiscally sponsored groups
(FSGs), including fund tracking, fee structure administration, financial reporting
to FSG leaders, and compliance monitoring across the portfolio of organizations. Support implementation of FSG strategy, including onboarding new groups, managing MOU-related financial terms, and coordinating transitions for exiting groups.
● Partner with the ED and Fund Development Manager on grant budgeting,
financial projections, and revenue modeling to support fundraising strategy and
revenue diversification goals. Provide financial analysis to inform proposals,
funder reports, and earned revenue planning.
● Oversee the work of the Full Charge Bookkeeper in terms of ledger, payroll,
invoices, and other entries into the Quickbooks system.
● Maintain working proficiency in general journal entries, account reconciliation,
and QuickBooks functions to ensure hands-on capacity for detailed financial
tasks and effective oversight of bookkeeping operations.
Specific Responsibilities of the Job
● Guide financial decisions in collaboration with the ED by monitoring and
enforcing financial policies.
● Protect organizational assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal
controls.
● Oversee accounting systems including accounts payable/receivable, general
ledger, and payroll functions.
● Demonstrate working proficiency in general journal entries and account
reconciliation, with the ability to perform detailed bookkeeping functions as
needed.
● Develop and manage the annual organizational budget in collaboration with ED
and senior leadership.
● Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and dashboards for
internal and board review.
● Coordinate annual audit process and ensure implementation of
recommendations.
● Maintain compliance with federal, state, and funder regulations.
● Lead grants and contract management to ensure proper allocation and
reporting of restricted funds.
● Collaborate with fund development staff to produce financial documentation
for funders.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is highly preferred.
● A CPA, CMA, or Master's degree (MBA/MPA) preferred.
● Minimum of 7 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at
least 3 years in a leadership role.
● Experience in nonprofit financial management required, including fund accounting and compliance.
● Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit audit practices, and internal control
systems.
● Experience managing government and foundation grants
● Experience with fiscal sponsorship or multi-entity fund accounting is preferred
● Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information to non-financial
stakeholders.
● Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace
● Commitment to the mission and values of Action Council and BHCMC,
including equity, justice, and community power.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position is responsible for daily supervision of the Full Charge Bookkeeper.
Work Environment and Position Type
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses
standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets
and fax machines.
This is a full-time, in-person role based in Salinas, with typical hours Monday through
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Our office is located in downtown Salinas.
Benefits
Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision and 403(b). We also provide competitive
vacation, and sick leave. We value the well-being and health of our employees, which
is why our benefits package also includes two yearly office closures of the
organization mid-year and at the end of the year that will be considered paid holiday
time off. Benefits are available when an employee completes the introductory period
and meets eligibility.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk,
and hear. The role frequently involves using hands to handle or operate objects or
tools. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, or lift/move objects
up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability
to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
How to Apply:
1. Please fill out the application form located here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzb5j7
2. Send your resume along with 2–3 professional references to [email protected]. Only complete applications will be considered.
Deadline to Apply: We will accept applications until 5 p.m. PT on Friday, August 14, 2026, with priority screening beginning August 3, 2026. The position is open until filled.
Action Council of Monterey County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other historically
marginalized communities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender,
sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected
characteristic as established by law. If you are selected for an interview and require
accommodations, or if you have any questions about accessibility or the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Pay: $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Finance: 7 years (Required)
- Leadership: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
