JOB TITLE: Finance Director

EMPLOYER: Advocates for Children

DEPARTMENT: Administration

REPORTS TO: President/CEO

EFFECTIVE DATE: 1/5/2026

SUMMARY: The Finance Director oversees financial operations, both those performed in-house and those allocated to an outsourced provider. This role is critical to ensuring the organization’s financial operations are effectively established and maintained.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management and Oversight (in partnership with outsourced accounting firm):

• Serve as the primary internal liaison to the outsourced accounting firm handling accounts payable, receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting
• Lead the annual budget development process in collaboration with the accounting firm, CEO and program directors
• Review monthly financial reports, analyze budget variances, and prepare financial summaries for the CEO and Board
• Oversee organizational cash flow and forecasting in collaboration with the CEO
• Manage the annual audit process, supporting the accounting firm as needed
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, 990 prep, grantor regulations, and internal financial policies
• Serve as the point of contact for all financial relationships including banking and investments
• Demonstrate a commitment to PQI and attend meetings as required

Grants and Contract Compliance:

• Support tracking of restricted funding to ensure proper allocation and compliance with government and foundation requirements
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance for grants and contracts in collaboration with program and development staff

Organizational Leadership and Planning:

• Act as a thought partner to the CEO and leadership team on organizational planning, operations, and strategic growth
• Support and improve systems that promote efficiency and sustainability across departments
• Participate in board meetings, finance committee meetings, and strategy sessions as requested
• Serve as a member of the leadership team to execute the organization’s strategic goals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least five years of experience in finance, grant management, or operations management
• Familiarity with nonprofit fund accounting and grant tracking (public & private)
• Proficient with Sage Intacct, especially report generation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with different teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills with a focus on operational efficiency
• Experience in budget management and financial analysis, with the ability to effectively allocate resources to maximize outcomes
• Experience in project management with a strong track record in leading and delivering complex initiative.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
• Results-Driven: Commitment to achieving measurable results and driving organizational growth
• Computer skills required and experience using the following software is desired: MS Office and other database systems

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Third-Party Accounting Firm