Senior Director of Finance

Overview

Our client, a well-established nonprofit organization serving older adults, is seeking a Senior Director of Finance to oversee the full scope of its financial operations. This leadership role drives financial strategy, daily accounting activities, and long-term planning, and reports directly to the Executive VP of Finance/CFO. You will work closely with senior leadership to guide budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, and systems improvements across multiple entities. Location: Rockville, MD.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with department leaders across the organization
• Monitor financial performance, identify trends, analyze variances, and present findings and recommendations to leadership
• Manage and upgrade accounting software and financial systems; suggest and implement process improvements
• Supervise and mentor the finance and accounting team
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, including Form 990s and PPTs
• Oversee payroll and accounts payable operations
• Lead the annual external audit process, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and footnotes
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, donor restrictions, grant requirements, and debt covenants
• Support internal controls documentation and training; lead system and process improvements
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on financial matters and help drive organizational success
• Support insurance renewals and monitor cash flow and forecasting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required (active preferred)
• 7+ years of financial leadership experience
• Strong grasp of GAAP, tax compliance, and nonprofit finance
• Experience with accounting systems and technology upgrades
• Skilled communicator with strong analytical abilities and team leadership experience
• Background in healthcare or public accounting is a plus

The compensation for this position ranges from $150,000.00 - $200,000.00. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills and certifications.

Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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