Nonprofit Finance Director: Strategy & Impact

YWCA USA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Cleveland is seeking a Finance Director to serve as the chief financial strategist, guiding budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance to support our mission-driven work. You will partner across departments and with the Board to translate complex data into actionable, transparent insights.

The role focuses on long-range financial planning, grant management, investments, and building strong, inclusive financial practices that advance equity and mission impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing audits and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Experience supervising and developing staff.
• Advanced financial analysis and forecasting skills.
• Experience using financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Commitment to the mission of YWCA Greater Cleveland.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• Develop long-range financial strategies that support organizational growth and sustainability.
• Translate financial data into clear, meaningful insights that help leaders make informed decisions.
• Partner with department leaders to build budgets, understand financial performance, and identify opportunities.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and executive reports for senior leadership and the Board Finance Committee.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, audits, and financial compliance.
• Oversee grant financial management, reporting, and restricted funding.
• Manage investments and organizational cash flow.
• Build efficient financial processes that support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop the Finance team while fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Champion trauma-informed, equitable, and inclusive financial practices throughout the department.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Collaborative leader

Effective communicator

Executive presentation

Analytical mindset

Equity and inclusion

Mission-driven financial leadership

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Nonprofit accounting software

Job description

YWCA Greater Cleveland is seeking a Finance Director to serve as the chief financial strategist, guiding budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance to support our mission-driven work. You will partner across departments and with the Board to translate complex data into actionable, transparent insights.

The role focuses on long-range financial planning, grant management, investments, and building strong, inclusive financial practices that advance equity and mission impact.