Director of Finance and Administration

Donnelly-Boland and Associates; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advanced Leadership Institute seeks a Director of Finance & Administration to lead finance, accounting, human resources, technology, and operations as the organization scales. Reporting to the President & CEO, this role strengthens internal controls and delivers timely financial reporting, donor and grant accounting, HR administration, and vendor/IT management to support sustainable growth and impact.

The salary range is $125,000–$135,000 annually, with onsite presence and periodic remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Nonprofit accounting and financial-management experience, including fund and grant accounting.
• Experience with human resources administration and compliance.
• Familiarity with technology, vendor management, and operational systems.
• High level of initiative, accountability, professional maturity, and resilience.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to create presentations (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with board and governance support preferred.
• Flexibility, agility, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Curiosity, a willingness to learn, and an innovative mindset.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently to prioritize tasks.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to contribute to a corporate-focused environment.
• Attention to detail, a strong sense of accountability, and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• This role supervises the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Own financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, reconciliation, and financial reporting to the CEO and Board.
• Lead donor and pledge accounting, gift processing, and grant and campaign financial tracking in support of the individual-giving transition.
• Administer human resources function on an organization-wide basis - benefits, compliance, onboarding, and performance-management support, in conjunction with external HR support.
• Oversee technology administration, and vendor and contract management.
• Oversee operational controls and coordinate office operations and facilities with the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.
• Provide governance support to the Audit, Finance, and HR & Compensation committees.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial infrastructure to support organizational scalability.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Fund & grant accounting

HR administration

Technology/vendor management

Governance support

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or accounting

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

The Advanced Leadership Institute
Director of Finance and Administration

OVERVIEW

The Advanced Leadership Institute (TALI) continues to grow, expand, and make an impact. As we grow strategically and programmatically, our team continues to evolve ensuring success and impact for the stakeholders we serve.

MISSION

To strengthen companies, institutions, and communities by cultivating leadership through world-class executive education programs tailored to support, develop, and retain Black leaders and their allies.

VISION

To create more inclusive and prosperous professional communities through a distinct leadership development model that educates, develops, connects, and positions Black leaders and their allies for advancement.

VALUES

Integrity: Operate with high moral principles - both in our work and the way we interact with one another.

Excellence: Aim to be outstanding - commit fully to the work that we do to remain distinct and of the highest quality.

Leadership: Influence and guide others in a way that is positive and collaborative.

Innovation: Encourage and explore new ideas and continuous improvement to remain future-focused.

Community: Demonstrate and expand a strong, connected, and diverse network where all members are valued.

At TALI we are all committed to our mission, vision, and values to strategically grow the programs. We are all ambassadors internally and externally to drive impactful programs allowing organizational success for all participants. We collaborate, support, and engage with one another to meet organizational objectives, fulfill our mission, and ensure streamlined, optimized delivery.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Finance & Administration provides dedicated leadership for TALI’s finance, accounting, human resources, technology, and operational infrastructure. Reporting to the President &CEO, the role establishes owned internal capacity for financial management and administration as the organization scales and prepares for its 2027 individual-giving transition, replacing the current liaison-based finance arrangement.

The ideal candidate must possess a strong work ethic, initiative, ownership, a collaborative spirit, a passion for continuous evolution and demonstrated organizational skills. The Director is highly collaborative, enthusiastic, and effective at relationship management while never losing sight of execution and goal achievement.

The salary range for this position is $125,000-$135,000 annually.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, reconciliation, and financial reporting to the CEO and Board.
• Lead donor and pledge accounting, gift processing, and grant and campaign financial tracking in support of the individual-giving transition.
• Administer human resources function on an organization-wide basis - benefits, compliance, onboarding, and performance-management support, in conjunction with external HR support.
• Oversee technology administration, and vendor and contract management.
• Oversee operational controls and coordinate office operations and facilities with the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.
• Provide governance support to the Audit, Finance, and HR & Compensation committees.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial infrastructure to support organizational scalability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Nonprofit accounting and financial-management experience, including fund and grant accounting.
• Experience with human resources administration and compliance.
• Familiarity with technology, vendor management, and operational systems.
• High level of initiative, accountability, professional maturity, and resilience.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to create presentations (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with board and governance support preferred.
• Flexibility, agility, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Curiosity, a willingness to learn, and an innovative mindset.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently to prioritize tasks.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to contribute to a corporate - focused environment.
• Attention to detail, a strong sense of accountability, and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• This role supervises the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.

SUCCESS MEASURES

• Timely, accurate financial reporting and clean audits.
• Effective donor, pledge, and campaign accounting through the individual-giving transition.
• Consistent, accurate, and objective, organization-wide HR administration.
• Improved internal controls and operational scalability.
• Reduced organizational dependence on distributed and liaison-based arrangements.

OTHER INFORMATION

This position requires a consistent onsite presence with the ability to work remotely when necessary.

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview and may not encompass all responsibilities required for the role. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

TALI reserves the right to review, modify, and adjust this job description as management desires or as business needs dictate.