Director of Finance

Join us and see the difference your expertise makes for our community. Apply today—and bring financial leadership to a place where every dollar counts!

Competitive Salary & Benefits:

• $85,000–$100,000 per year, DOE
• The UWPC offers a generous benefits package that includes:
• medical, dental, life, 403(b) Defined Contribution Savings plan match, vacation, sick leave, holidays, and annual bonus. 

United Way of Pierce County (UWPC) is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age (40 ), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, disability, or other protected status under Washington law.

Organization Overview

For 100 years, UWPC has been a philanthropic leader, dedicated to supporting and uplifting our community. With a strong legacy, a bold goal, and a robust endowment, we are committed to ensuring our resources continue to make a lasting impact for generations to come for Pierce County residents.

Position Summary

The Director of Financer is a strategic financial leader responsible for safeguarding the organization’s assets, managing accounting operations, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. Reporting to the CEO and Board, the Director of Finance will play a critical role in sustaining the organization’s mission by overseeing the endowment and investment portfolio, maintaining compliance, and supporting long-term financial sustainability to meet our strategic goals.

This is also a very hands-on role that manages the organization’s daily accounting activity. The Director of Finance will be directly responsible for entering, coding, and processing accounts payable; preparing and reviewing routine journal entries; reconciling accounts; and ensuring timely month-end close. The position also serves as backup for accounts receivable billing, cash receipts, and payroll processing. The ideal candidate is comfortable performing detailed transactional work while also providing high-level financial leadership and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting & Daily Operations

• Enter, code, and process all accounts payable, including vendor invoices, credit card transactions, and expense reimbursements.
• Prepare, post, and review routine journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial data.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, balance sheet accounts, and other key schedules on a monthly basis.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all financial records.
• Serve as backup for accounts receivable, including billing, cash receipts, and deposit processing.
• Serve as backup for payroll processing, including timesheet review, payroll entry, and payroll reconciliations.
• Manage cash flow needs and monitor daily cash activity.

Grant & Contract Management

• Maintain detailed grant tracking, including allowable costs, budget-to-actual monitoring, and documentation requirements.
• Prepare grant invoices, reimbursement requests, and financial reports in accordance with funder guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with grantor requirements, contract terms, and reporting deadlines.
• Support program staff in understanding grant budgets and allowable spending.

Financial Stewardship & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and grant management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors.
• Provide monthly reports to the Board of Directors.

Endowment, portfolio, & Investment Oversight

• Monitor and report on the performance of the organization’s endowment and investment portfolio.
• Work with investment advisors and the Board’s finance/investment committee to ensure prudent management of funds.
• Ensure all investment activities comply with donor restrictions, legal requirements, and organizational policies.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads and leadership.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance and identify areas for improvement.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., IRS, FASB, GAAP for non-profits).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in non-profit financial management.
• Oversee risk management policies and insurance coverage.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and mentor accounting/finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key resource for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with development staff to track and report on restricted gifts and grants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 5 in a non-profit environment.
• Experience with grants, including federal grant requirements
• Previous United Way experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting standards, endowment management, and investment oversight.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting software (e.g., Blackbaud, QuickBooks Nonprofit, Sage Intacct).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of UWPC.

Key Attributes & Competencies

• Integrity, discretion, and a strong sense of stewardship.
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style.
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to change and support organizational growth.
• Ability to pass background check

Job Requirements, must be able to:

• Position requires frequent sitting, standing, and/or moving throughout the day, with the possibility of local travel, primarily to off-site meetings.
• Lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Regular use of hands to handle or feel objects operate a computer, mouse, and/or keyboard with frequency.
• Reaching with hands and arms as week as occasional bending, kneeling, stooping, or crouching.
• Ability to talk and hear clearly for communication purposes.
• Vison requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception as well as the ability to focus on computer screen for long durations.
• Work is primarily performed indoors with moderate noise levels in a fragrance-aware environment.

Please submit your application at the following URL:

https://www.uwpc.org/careers