Finance & Operations Director

Social Impact Commons, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Evergreen Start is seeking a Finance and Operations Director to build the financial, people, and operational infrastructure for growth. You will oversee accounting, HR, and shared services across multiple funding streams and fiscal sponsorships.

The role reports to the Executive Director and partners with the Board to ensure financially sound, well-governed, scalable operations in a mission-driven nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading nonprofit financial management, accounting, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of grants management, restricted funds, and compliance.
• Experience overseeing payroll, benefits, and HR compliance.
• Demonstrated experience implementing or managing technology systems for finance and HR.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and reporting.
• Oversee grants/contracts financial management, tracking, invoicing and reporting.
• Coordinate audits and funder monitoring processes.
• Administer fiscal sponsorships and shared financial services.

Skills

Nonprofit financial management

Accounting leadership

Operations leadership

Grants management

Systems thinking

Education

CPA preferred

Job description

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Job Type:
Full Time

Work Location:
Remote

About the Job

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Executive Director

Evergreen Start seeks a thoughtful, systems-oriented Finance and Operations Director to build the financial, people, and operational infrastructure that will support the organization as it grows.This is an exciting opportunity for a mission-driven nonprofit leader who brings accounting rigor, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to strengthening the systems behind lasting community impact.

Position Summary

The Finance and Operations Director is responsible for Evergreen Start's financial integrity, people systems, and core operational infrastructure. The Director designs, implements, and oversees integrated systems that support complex funding streams, fiscal sponsorships, shared services, and a growing workforce.

Serving as the organization's senior leader for finance, human resources, and internal systems, the Director works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to translate strategy into financially sound, well-governed, and scalable operations.

Performance is reviewed annually based on role responsibilities, organizational goals, and alignment with Evergreen Start's mission and values. As a growing organization, responsibilities may evolve over time.

Primary Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting

• Lead financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
• Prepare and present clear, accurate financial statements for the Executive Director, Board, and funders
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Monitor financial performance and recommend course corrections as needed

Grants Contracts and Compliance

• Oversee the financial management of grants and contracts, including tracking, invoicing, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with funder, state, and federal financial requirements
• Coordinate audits, financial reviews, and funder monitoring processes
• Partner with program staff to align budgets with program design and implementation

Fiscal Sponsorship and Shared Services

• Administer fiscal sponsorship and shared financial services for partner organizations and initiatives
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and reporting tools for sponsored projects
• Ensure clear financial separation, cost allocation, and accountability across entities
• Provide financial guidance and support to sponsored partners

Human Resources Oversight

• Oversee human resources systems and policies, ensuring compliance with employment laws and best practices
• Manage payroll, benefits administration, and employee reimbursement systems through technology-enabled platforms
• Support recruitment, onboarding, compensation administration, performance cycles, and offboarding
• Partner with the Executive Director on organizational design, staffing plans, and compensation strategy

Technology and Systems Leadership

• Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of accounting, accounts payable, expense management, human resources, payroll, child care management, and shared-services platforms
• Ensure systems are integrated, secure, and scalable
• Develop documentation, controls, and training to support consistent system use
• Serve as the primary liaison with technology vendors and consultants

Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Design and maintain internal controls across finance, human resources, and systems
• Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and appropriate access controls

Organizational Leadership and Collaboration

• Serve as a key member of Evergreen Start's leadership team
• Advise the Executive Director and Board on financial, human resources, and systems strategy, risks, and opportunities
• Contribute to organizational planning, policy development, and capacity building
• Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring many of the following qualifications:

• Significant experience in nonprofit financial management, accounting, or operations leadership
• Strong knowledge of grants management, restricted funds, and compliance
• Experience overseeing payroll, benefits, and human resources compliance
• Demonstrated experience implementing or managing technology systems for finance and human resources
• Ability to translate complex financial and systems information for non-technical audiences
• Experience managing fiscal sponsorships, shared-services models, or multi-entity or multi-fund accounting is preferred
• Familiarity with early childhood, human services, or community-based organizations is preferred
• CPA, SHRM, or a comparable professional certification is preferred

Core Competencies

Evergreen Start seeks a leader who demonstrates:

• Strong fiscal stewardship and integrity
• Systems-oriented thinking and a technology-forward mindset
• Attention to detail and strong analytical judgment
• A collaborative leadership style and clear communication
• Comfort operating in a growth-stage, evolving organization

Salary & Benefits

Benefits include:

• Health care reimbursement, up to $12K annually
• Paid time off

Salary Range

75,000-85,000

About the Organization

Evergreen Start keeps child care programs open and thriving, so families can work, businesses can rely on their workforce, and communities remain strong. By providing behind-the-scenes financial, operational, and administrative support, we help programs navigate challenges before they become crises. Our work ensures that quality child care is dependable today and built to last for the future.

Evergreen Start values collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to community impact. We use technology across accounting, human resources, accounts payable, and child care management to support scalable, transparent, and sustainable operations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Evergreen Start is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.