Director of Finance

Job Title: Director of Finance, Full-time
Reports to : Executive Catholic Community Foundation Director
Organization: Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Location: Catholic Center, Diocese of Venice Inc. | Venice, FL
Overview:
The Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida is seeking a mission-aligned, detail-oriented, and strategic Director of Finance to oversee and manage all accounting and financial functions of the Foundation. As a key member of the team, this individual will serve as both a strategic advisor and a hands-on accountant, ensuring the financial integrity, sustainability, and growth of the Foundation in support of its Catholic mission.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Operations (Hands-On Responsibilities):

• Manage all day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, receivable, journal entries, bank reconciliations, assigning accurate accounting codes, grant distributions, and general ledger maintenance.
• Become the subject matter expert regarding the Foundation's integrated accounting, CRM and grant management system (Foundant's CommunitySuite).
• Maintain accurate records of endowment funds, donor-advised funds, charitable gift annuities, and restricted/unrestricted funds.
• Coordinate with other Foundation staff regarding gift processing, grant letters, acknowledgments, etc.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Coordinate and manage the annual audit with external accountants.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and internal controls.

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Partner with the Executive Director to develop and monitor the annual budget and long-term financial forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to guide strategic planning, investment decisions, and growth initiatives.
• Assist in managing investment portfolios and bank accounts and serve as a key liaison with investment advisors and finance/audit committees.
• Support the Foundation's stewardship and fundraising goals through accurate and transparent reporting.
• Analyze trends and recommend actions to ensure the Foundation's financial health and mission sustainability.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in a nonprofit or foundation setting.
• Proficiency in nonprofit fund accounting, budgeting, and reporting.
• Willingness to perform both high-level financial strategy and day-to-day transactional work.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., Foundant, QuickBooks, Blackbaud, or similar platforms).
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with the mission and values of the Catholic Church.
• Understanding of philanthropy, the structure and operation of the Catholic Church, donor-advised funds, and endowment management preferred.
• Experience working with or within a Catholic organization or community foundation preferred.

We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, short and long-term disability, Paid Time Off and 15 paid holidays in a calendar year.