Nonprofit Finance Director - Grants & Compliance

Legal Services of North Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Legal Services of North Florida seeks an experienced Finance Director to join its Tallahassee headquarters and lead the organization’s financial operations.

Reporting to the CAO, the Finance Director will manage budgeting, forecasting, grant accounting, and financial reporting, while supervising accounting staff and ensuring compliance with nonprofit and grant requirements. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in accounting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial management, budgeting, and compliance.
• Commitment to the organization's mission and values.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor the annual organizational budget for executive leadership and board approval.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Board of Directors and senior management.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial record-keeping, internal controls, and compliance with grant and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff to prepare grant budgets, financial reports, and maintain accurate expenditure tracking.
• Ensure compliance with grant regulations, funder requirements, and applicable federal and state laws.
• Directly supervise and mentor accounting staff, including Financial Process Analyst and Fiscal Clerks, ensuring professional growth, performance evaluation, and accountability.
• Serve as an active and strategic member of the organization's management team.
• Coordinate payroll disbursements, oversee procurement processes, vendor payments, and accounts payable.
• Manage financial aspects of lease agreements, real estate properties, and oversee investment of surplus funds based on the Financial Oversight Committee's recommendations.
• Maintain current knowledge of tax laws, federal regulations, and accounting best practices.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Grant accounting

Nonprofit accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MIP accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Services of North Florida seeks an experienced Finance Director to join its Tallahassee headquarters and lead the organization’s financial operations.

Reporting to the CAO, the Finance Director will manage budgeting, forecasting, grant accounting, and financial reporting, while supervising accounting staff and ensuring compliance with nonprofit and grant requirements. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.