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$120k–$140k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Posted 79d ago
Apply by Sep 24
~40 hrs/week
Remote in Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Responsibilities
The Director of Finance leads the organization's financial health, overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, and risk management. This role manages the relationship with outsourced accounting partners and serves as the primary financial liaison to the Board of Directors.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting with 8-10+ years of nonprofit financial management experience, including leadership roles. Proficiency in nonprofit accounting software and experience presenting to a Board of Directors are essential.
Full job description
Job Title: Director of Finance Department: Finance/Operations Reports To: Chief People and Operations Officer Salary: $120,000 to $140,000 Work Location: Remote Travel: Up to 15%
Make an Impact in This Role
The Director of Finance is the single, accountable in-house leader of Chiefs for Change’s finance function, responsible for the organization’s financial health, strategy, and integrity. Reporting to the Chief People & Operations Officer, this role oversees financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting; financial risk management; compliance; and reporting—while serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership and the Board. Beyond running day-to-day operational finance, the Director sets the organization’s multi-year financial direction, owns the annual budget through Board approval, and manages the relationship with Chiefs for Change’s retained accounting partner to preserve strong internal controls and segregation of duties. The Director works collaboratively with senior leadership and other key stakeholders to ensure the financial sustainability of Chiefs for Change and to align financial strategy with mission-driven objectives, positioning the finance function to scale as the organization grows.
Your Role in Our Success - Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Multi-Year Planning
Set and steward the organization’s multi-year financial strategy, building and maintaining models that connect long-range goals to annual operating plans.
Develop scenario and sensitivity analyses to inform leadership decisions on growth, investment, staffing, and program expansion.
Position the finance function to scale—anticipating the systems, staffing, and controls needed as the organization grows in size and complexity.
Support the Chief Strategy and Network Officer and the leadership team in developing and executing multi-year financial strategies and sustainability plans.
Financial Planning and Analysis
In collaboration with the leadership team and the development team, lead the annual budget development process, aligning financial planning with organizational priorities.
Own the annual budget end-to-end—reviewing the build, refining assumptions, and presenting the budget to the Board for approval on the organization’s annual cycle.
Monitor and report financial performance, ensuring adherence to budget and identifying areas for optimization.
Develop and maintain financial forecasting models to support strategic decision-making.
Financial Operations and Reporting
Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, grant requirements, and internal policies.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors.
Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board and its finance/audit committee, translating financial performance into clear, decision-ready insight.
Outsourced Partner & Vendor Management
Manage the relationship with the organization’s retained accounting partner, setting clear scope, service levels, and deliverables and holding the partner accountable for quality and timeliness.
Preserve the segregation-of-duties strength of an independent external accounting function while maintaining clear in-house ownership of financial decisions and oversight.
Coordinate the division of responsibilities between in-house staff and outsourced providers, adjusting the model as organizational needs evolve.
Oversee external auditors, banking partners, and other financial vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality service.
Risk Management and Compliance
Establish written protocols and enforce internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
Maintain compliance with grant funding and philanthropic restrictions, providing required reporting and documentation.
Conduct periodic financial audits and implement findings to improve financial management practices.
Leadership and Collaboration
Partner with the leadership team to align development strategies with organizational goals.
Supervise finance team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
Partner with the Development team to ensure effective grant management and alignment with organizational goals.
Provide financial guidance to leadership and staff to enhance organizational decision-making.
Strategic Initiatives
Lead initiatives to optimize financial systems and processes, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
Support the Chief Strategy and Network Officer and the leadership team in developing and executing multi-year financial strategies.
Actively contribute to cross-departmental projects, leveraging financial expertise.
*Please note duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be added, at any time with or without advanced notice.
Your Expertise and Impact - Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
Experience
8 to 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management in a nonprofit setting, with at least 5 years in a financial leadership role.
Experience owning an organizational budget through a Board approval cycle and presenting financial information to a Board or governing body.
Experience managing outsourced accounting providers, auditors, and other financial vendors.
Experience building multi-year financial models and supporting organizational growth or scaling preferred.
Technical Skills
Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit financial management, including grant compliance and fund accounting.
Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.) and tools.
Familiarity with fundraising platforms, donor databases, and the grant application process.
Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
Leadership and Communication
Strong ability to manage projects, resolve conflicts, and build collaborative working environments.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to a non-financial audience.
Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including board members and corporate partners.
Strategic Thinking and Agility
Ability to translate long-term goals into actionable plans to ensure successful completion of financial goals.
Demonstrated ability to adapt strategies quickly to meet the evolving needs of the organization, particularly in response to organizational shifts or economic challenges.
Strong decision-making skills, with a proven ability to anticipate challenges and develop agile solutions that align with organizational goals.
Thriving in Your Role: Core Competencies Leadership Competencies
Strategic Management
Strategic Thinking
Problem Solving
Change Leadership
Effective Teaming
Trust & Collaboration
Communication & Influence
Conflict Resolution
Self-Management
Growth Mindset
Empathy
Ownership
Mission-Driven
Role-Specific Competencies
Finance Strategy & Planning
Financial Analysis & Forecasting
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Multi-Year Financial Modeling & Scenario Planning
Procurement & Risk Management
Outsourced Partner & Vendor Management
Financial Stewardship
Internal Controls & Compliance
Cash Flow & Budget Monitoring
Board Reporting & Financial Communication
Development & Donor Relations
Donor Cultivation & Prospecting
Fundraising Campaigns & Grant Management
Compensation & Your Path to Growth
We offer a comprehensive compensation package aligned with a career progression plan that ties your demonstrated abilities and proven performance to growth opportunities within your role and the organization. This plan provides clear pathways for advancement, with compensation levels reflecting your progression and impact. At Chiefs for Change, we are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent compensation practices. This role is aligned to our Director-level compensation structure, with a starting salary range of $120,000–$140,000, depending on proficiency level. Growth in compensation is tied to demonstrated increases in proficiency and scope over time, rather than automatic movement within a salary band. This approach helps reduce bias, promotes consistency, and ensures transparency throughout the hiring process.
How to Apply
Chiefs for Change has exclusively retained OneDigital's Nonprofit HR Executive Search team to lead recruitment efforts for this critical position. For consideration, all interested candidates should submit a completed application, including cover letter and resume at https://nonprofithr.applytojob.com/apply/a1Q2NyY4FL
Preference will be given to candidates who apply prior to August 17th, 2026
For any specific inquiries about this opportunity, please contact Hakimu Shuttlesworth Davidson, Executive Recruiter with OneDigital's Nonprofit HR Executive Search team, at [email protected].
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Nonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve. To fully realize our goal, we prioritize our understanding of the complexities of DEI within our workforce to inform our approach to talent management. We believe that this guides how we do our work, advise our clients to operationalize DEI and position our content and educational opportunities help strengthen the talent management capacity of the social impact sector.
Nonprofit HR is the leading human resources firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector.
Industry
Human Resources Services
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
2000
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
LinkedIn followers
49,511
Nonprofit HR was founded with one goal in mind: to strengthen the social impact sector by strengthening its people. Together with OneDigital, a premier insurance, financial services, benefits and HR consulting company, we remain the country’s leading and oldest firm focused exclusively on the talent management needs of mission-driven organizations, including nonprofits, associations and social enterprises. Nonprofit HR also produces vital sector research and insights and hosts thought-provoking events. Since 2000, our team of credentialed experts has advanced the impact of some of the world’s most influential social impact brands. Learn about the impact of our work, our partnership with OneDigital and more: https://www.nonprofithr.com/onedigital
We are widely recognized for nonprofit sector research and thought leadership. We publish leading studies on nonprofit employment practices and host a variety of educational events for nonprofit professionals.
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