Nonprofit Finance Director: Strategy, Compliance & Audit

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and The Cumberlands; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 103,500; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and The Cumberlands is looking for a Director of Finance to oversee financial operations in Nashville, TN. This leadership role includes managing accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 5+ years of relevant experience, particularly in nonprofit settings. Compensation ranges from $89,000 to $103,500 annually, depending on experience, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience, including grants and fund accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, implement structure, and improve operational consistency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, cash management.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and reports.
• Lead audit preparation and serve as liaison to external auditors.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Financial reporting

Grant compliance

Intermediate Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and The Cumberlands is looking for a Director of Finance to oversee financial operations in Nashville, TN. This leadership role includes managing accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 5+ years of relevant experience, particularly in nonprofit settings. Compensation ranges from $89,000 to $103,500 annually, depending on experience, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday.