What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Director position at Boston Ujima Project?
The Boston Ujima Project, Inc. (Ujima) seeks an experienced Finance Director to join our Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Executive Director. As a key strategic partner, you will oversee financial operations and strengthen our internal infrastructure.
We are looking for a collaborative professional to safeguard our fiscal health and support the organization's growth as we enhance our quality programming.
Core Responsibilities
- Financial Systems and Internal Controls
- Financial Reporting and Cash Management
- Budgeting and planning processes
- Organizational audit and other grant-reporting requirements
- People Management
- Fund Administration
Qualifications - Leadership, Skills and Mission Alignment
- Proven dedication to the vitality and wealth of working-class people of color and the advancement of community-controlled financial systems.
- A sincere, hardworking, and transparent character that reflects the core principles of Ujima.
- Highly structured with the capacity to manage multi-layered projects while staying flexible amidst evolving priorities.
- Trustworthy and observant, maintaining focus on the organization's long-term financial stability and overall health.
- Strong collaborative aptitude, capable of working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Executive Director on high-level strategy.
- Superior communication skills, particularly in clarifying intricate financial reports for staff, board members, and the broader community.
- A minimum of a decade in financial oversight, including at least three years in a director-level or senior leadership capacity.
- Comprehensive grasp of fiscal best practices and accounting, with specific experience in managing annual audits and 990 filings.
- Skilled in using tools like QuickBooks, Bill, RAMP, or Downhome, alongside sophisticated spreadsheet modeling capabilities.
- We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Compensation
- Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000
- Responsible Time Off Policy - Unlimited paid time off practice
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision - substantially employer-covered
- Retirement contributions (401(K) with 4% employer match
- Hybrid Flexibility (Boston based) - 2 day in office practice
- Professional development budget - conferences, certifications, continued learning
How to Apply
- Email: a resume and short cover letter to hr@ujimaboston.com
- Subject line: “Finance Director Application”
- Priority Application Deadline: August 7th, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Salary : $130,000 - $140,000