Finance & Accounting Director

Equus Workforce Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions, Houston, seeks a strategic financial leader to drive budgeting, forecasting, and fiduciary oversight for the Houston Childcare Project. You will oversee accounting, payroll, and procurement while ensuring compliance with grant and contract requirements.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive financial management, with GAAP and grants management expertise, and a CPA or MBA preferred. This role offers impact-oriented leadership within a nonprofit-funded program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in non-profit or government-funded programs.
• Expertise in GAAP, cost allocation, and grants management.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, and procurement functions.
• Monitor grant and contract compliance with funder regulations.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and analyses for leadership and funders.
• Advise senior leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and strategies.

Skills

GAAP

Financial management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Non-profit experience

Education

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

CPA or MBA preferred

Job description

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

Provides strategic leadership and oversight of financial operations for the Houston Childcare Project. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while safeguarding fiscal integrity, forecasting budgets, and guiding decision-making to maximize program impact.

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, and procurement functions.
• Monitor grant and contract compliance with funder regulations.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and analyses for leadership and funders.
• Advise senior leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and strategies.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.

7+ years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in non-profit or government-funded programs.

Expertise in GAAP, cost allocation, and grants management.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.