Director Of Finance

Commission On Economic Opportunity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Casual dress

FSA & Dependent Care

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Commission On Economic Opportunity is seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership in alignment with the agency’s mission. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, grant management, and compliance, working closely with the CEO, Controller, and senior leadership to ensure fiscal integrity and efficient operations.

The role requires extensive nonprofit finance experience, strong communication, and the ability to influence across programs and boards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible nonprofit fiscal management experience, including leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership with the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Lead development and monitoring of operating, grant, and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analyses.
• Manage grant reimbursements, vouchers, and financial reports for funding sources.
• Monitor grant expenditures for compliance with Uniform Guidance and regulations.
• Collaborate with program leadership on grant budgets and funding strategies.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and policies for fiscal integrity and compliance.
• Oversee the Finance Department and coordinate with the Controller on accounting operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Grant management

GAAP/compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Financial forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/Business Admin

CPA/CMA/MBA or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Nonprofit accounting software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

CEO is a Community Action Agency that is committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our Values of: Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork. CEO’s many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community.

Position Summary:

The Director of Finance provides strategic leadership and actively participates in the agency's financial operations, with primary responsibility for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, grant financial management, compliance, and reporting. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Controller, and Senior Leadership Team, this position develops agency-wide and grant budgets, prepares financial projections, oversees federal and state grant reimbursement requests and vouchers, and ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and applicable funding source requirements. The Director is a hands-on leader who balances strategic financial oversight with direct responsibility for key fiscal functions while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include but is not limited to:

• Partner with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Senior Leadership Team to provide strategic financial leadership and guidance.
• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of agency-wide operating, grant, and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial forecasts, cash flow projections, variance analyses, and other financial reports to support executive decision-making and long-term planning.
• Prepare, review, and submit grant reimbursement requests, vouchers, financial reports, and other fiscal documentation for federal, state, and local funding sources.
• Monitor grant expenditures to ensure costs are properly allocated, adequately documented, and compliant with grant agreements, Uniform Guidance, agency policies, and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with program leadership to develop grant budgets, budget modifications, financial projections, and funding strategies throughout the grant cycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sound financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that promote fiscal integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Finance Department while working collaboratively with the Controller to ensure accurate and timely accounting operations.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible nonprofit fiscal management experience, including experience as a Finance Director, Controller, CFO, or similar leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex operating and grant budgets, financial forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Experience preparing and managing grant reimbursement requests, vouchers, and financial reporting for federal and state funding sources.
• Thorough knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), grants management, cost allocation, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting independent audits, financial monitoring reviews, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, program staff, auditors, funding agencies, and the Board of Directors.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, financial analysis, and reporting tools.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting software and financial reporting systems preferred.
• Prior experience working for a Community Action Agency or other federally funded nonprofit organization is highly desirable.

Other Benefits Include:

• Monday-Friday onsite schedule - 35 hours per week
• Opportunity to offer a higher starting salary for candidates with extensive Community Action Agency and federal grants management experience
• Casual dress code
• Healthcare, dental, and vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care available
• Cash payment of $3K for waiving health insurance (full-time employee)
• Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)