Nonprofit Finance Director — Grants & Strategy

Commission On Economic Opportunity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Casual dress

FSA & Dependent Care

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Commission On Economic Opportunity is seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership in alignment with the agency’s mission. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, grant management, and compliance, working closely with the CEO, Controller, and senior leadership to ensure fiscal integrity and efficient operations.

The role requires extensive nonprofit finance experience, strong communication, and the ability to influence across programs and boards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible nonprofit fiscal management experience, including leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership with the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Lead development and monitoring of operating, grant, and capital budgets.
• Prepare financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analyses.
• Manage grant reimbursements, vouchers, and financial reports for funding sources.
• Monitor grant expenditures for compliance with Uniform Guidance and regulations.
• Collaborate with program leadership on grant budgets and funding strategies.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and policies for fiscal integrity and compliance.
• Oversee the Finance Department and coordinate with the Controller on accounting operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Grant management

GAAP/compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Financial forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/Business Admin

CPA/CMA/MBA or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Nonprofit accounting software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Commission On Economic Opportunity is seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership in alignment with the agency’s mission. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, grant management, and compliance, working closely with the CEO, Controller, and senior leadership to ensure fiscal integrity and efficient operations.

The role requires extensive nonprofit finance experience, strong communication, and the ability to influence across programs and boards.