Position Summary:

Our Environmental Nonprofit client is seeking a seasoned finance leader.

The Finance and Operations Director will oversee financial and operational functions, playing a pivotal role in establishing and executing accounting and budgeting systems, managing grants, vendors, and supporting various operational areas. This role requires expertise in public grant compliance and a proactive approach to system implementation. This role reports to the Chief Operating and Financial Officer.

Essential Functions:

Accounting

• Develop and uphold fund accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee end-to-end accounting processes including vendor management, grant management, payroll, and period-end closings.
• Produce internal management reports and grant reports.
• Facilitate annual audit and tax filings.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Maintain a three-year rolling budget and produce updated forecasts based on financial data.
• Assist in the grant application process and manage grant invoicing and reporting.

Risk Management

• Collaborate with the CFO to establish and maintain adequate risk management practices including insurance coverage.

Other Operational Processes

• Support employee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate legal matters and facilities management with relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee IT-related matters in collaboration with the CFO and outsourced IT support.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in program and financial management, grant compliance, and project tracking.
• Proficiency in grants management, particularly with state and federal funding regulations.
• Ability to launch financial systems in a startup environment.
• Aptitude for developing policies, protocols, and agreements aligned with organizational goals.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical information to various stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail in budgeting, grant management, and contract administration.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, nonprofit management, or related field preferred.

Benefits

Annual bonus and competitive benefits package including:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave
• Hybrid work arrangements permitted