Director of Finance

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is partnering with a nonprofit/healthcare organization in the Greater New Haven area seeking a Director of Finance to lead the financial operation and report to executive leadership. This hands-on role requires strong accounting foundations and proven leadership.

The position offers a hybrid schedule, competitive compensation of $150,000–$190,000 plus bonus, and significant growth opportunities including advancement into executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting background with demonstrated experience overseeing financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger operations.
• Previous experience managing and developing accounting or finance teams.
• Healthcare or nonprofit experience preferred, but candidates from other complex accounting environments will be considered.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and regulatory reporting.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work through complex accounting matters.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals.
• Manage organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, annual audits, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Partner with executive leadership to strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and enhance financial reporting.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and financial performance.

Skills

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Budgeting

Forecasting

Internal controls

Leadership

Regulatory reporting

Job description

Director of Finance

Location: Greater New Haven Area, CT (Hybrid)
Salary: $150,000–$190,000 + Bonus
Industry: Nonprofit / Healthcare Services

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established, growing organization in the Greater New Haven area seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting and finance professional looking to take the next step in their career with a stable, mission-driven organization.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, proven leadership experience, and the ability to oversee financial operations while partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

This position offers excellent long-term growth potential, including opportunities for advancement into executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Finance

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger activities.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals.

• Manage organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

• Oversee regulatory reporting, annual audits, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Partner with executive leadership to strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and enhance financial reporting.

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and financial performance.

Qualifications of the Director of Finance

• Strong accounting background with demonstrated experience overseeing financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger operations.

• Previous experience managing and developing accounting or finance teams.

• Healthcare or nonprofit experience preferred, but candidates from other complex accounting environments will be considered.

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and regulatory reporting.

• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work through complex accounting matters.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $150,000–$190,000 + bonus

• Hybrid work schedule

• Excellent long-term growth and advancement opportunities

• High-visibility role working closely with executive leadership

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an established organization

• Collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on professional development

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