Director of Finance

Creative Financial Staffing; Staatsburg (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to oversee the financial operations of a nonprofit organization in New Rochelle, NY. This hands-on leadership role focuses on financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance, ensuring strong controls and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will have nonprofit accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to partner with senior leadership on strategic decisions to steward resources effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Prior nonprofit experience preferred with knowledge of fund accounting and grants.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and nonprofit financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with budgets, reporting, audits, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounting, budgeting, cash flow, and reporting.
• Lead annual budgeting process and develop forecasts for planning.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior leadership and board.
• Ensure nonprofit compliance and grant reporting deadlines.
• Oversee grant accounting, restricted funds, and funding source reporting.
• Manage month-end/year-end close and external audits coordination.
• Establish internal controls and financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor spending, identify trends, and seek efficiency improvements.
• Oversee AP/AR, payroll, and other core accounting functions.
• Partner with department heads on budgets and financial decisions.
• Supervise and develop finance staff; support strategic initiatives.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Fund accounting

Budgeting

GAAP

Financial reporting

Leadership

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Director of Finance

Location: New Rochelle, NY

Compensation: $80-100,000k

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to oversee the financial operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This individual will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance while ensuring the organization maintains strong financial controls and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on financial leader with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience managing finances within a nonprofit environment. This role will partner with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making and ensure the organization’s financial resources are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.


• Lead the annual budgeting process and develop financial forecasts to support organizational planning.


• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.


• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, nonprofit regulations, grant requirements, and reporting deadlines.


• Oversee grant accounting, restricted fund tracking, and financial reporting related to funding sources.


• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.


• Coordinate annual audits and work closely with external auditors and tax professionals.


• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.


• Monitor organizational spending, identify financial trends, and recommend opportunities for improved efficiency.


• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other core accounting functions.


• Partner with department leaders to monitor budgets, manage expenses, and support financial decision-making.


• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff.


• Support long-term financial planning and strategic initiatives in partnership with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.


• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.


• Prior experience working within a nonprofit organization strongly preferred.


• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, fund accounting, restricted funds, and grant reporting.


• Experience managing budgets, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.


• Strong understanding of GAAP and applicable nonprofit financial reporting requirements.


• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA.


• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or a Board of Directors.


• Familiarity with government grants, foundation funding, and donor-restricted contributions. #INNOV2026