Senior Director, Finance

ATD American Society for Training and Development, Incorporated; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO and leave programs

403(b) with company match

Professional development and training

Job summary

ATD American Society for Training and Development, Incorporated is seeking an accomplished finance leader to guide the organization’s financial strategy from its Alexandria, VA headquarters. This executive will partner with the CEO and senior leadership to drive performance, sustainability, and accountability across all programs and services.

The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, treasury, risk, and compliance within a nonprofit, multi-revenue environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial planning and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Experience in nonprofit, membership association, or multi-revenue organizations preferred.
• Experience advising executive leadership and presenting to Boards/finance committees.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills including cash flow planning and risk assessment.
• Experience with financial management systems; Workday Financials and Workday Adaptive Planning preferred.
• CRM/association management systems familiarity (Salesforce, Personify) preferred.
• Experience supporting international operations, contracts administration, and organizational risk/compliance preferred.
• Ability to improve financial processes through tech and automation.
• Sound business judgment and ability to balance leadership with hands-on oversight.
• Experience building teams and cross-department collaboration.
• CPA, CMA, MBA or equivalent advanced credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and senior leadership.
• Evaluate financial risks and returns of initiatives, investments, pricing, staffing, and new opportunities.
• Prepare and present financial results and recommendations to executives and the Board.
• Partner with department leaders to assess performance and strengthen financial accountability.
• Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes.
• Direct forecasting and long-range planning with revenue, expense, staffing assumptions.
• Oversee financial modeling, variance analysis, and performance measurement across lines of business.
• Coordinate with HR on workforce planning and with BI on consistent reporting.
• Oversee accounting operations, GAAP-compliant statements, and month-end close.
• Maintain internal controls and safeguard assets; oversee audits and tax reporting.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships, and investments.
• Oversee invoicing, collections, and revenue processes across products and services.
• Provide financial oversight for international operations and expansion.

Skills

Leadership experience

Finance leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis & modeling

Cash flow planning

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication with boards

Education

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

CPA, CMA, MBA, or other advanced credential

Tools

Workday Financials

Workday Adaptive Planning

Salesforce

Personify

Job description

What You’ll Do

Financial Leadership and Strategy

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership team, recommending actions to improve performance and support long‑term sustainability
• Evaluate the financial risks and returns of organizational initiatives, investments, pricing, staffing, and new business opportunities
• Prepare and present financial results, analyses, and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors
• Partner with department leaders to evaluate business performance and strengthen financial accountability

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis

• Lead annual operating and capital budgets, including guidance, departmental reviews, and consolidation
• Direct forecasting and long-range planning, evaluating assumptions and incorporating changes in revenue, expenses, staffing, and business conditions
• Oversee financial modeling, scenario analysis, variance reporting, and performance measurement across ATD’s business lines
• Partner with HR on workforce planning and compensation assumptions and with BI & Analytics on consistent financial reporting

Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Treasury

• Oversee accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and monthly and annual close
• Ensure timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard organizational assets
• Oversee annual audits, tax reporting, and implementation of audit recommendations
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships, and investment activities
• Oversee invoicing, collections, and revenue processes across ATD’s products, programs, and services
• Provide financial oversight for international operations and expansion, coordinating accounting, banking, tax, and regulatory requirements with internal teams and external advisors

Contracts, Risk, and Compliance

• Oversee contracts administration, ensuring appropriate financial review, controls, and adherence to organizational policies
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external counsel on contract terms, financial obligations, and related business matters
• Lead risk and compliance activities, identifying financial, contractual, and operational risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Maintain policies and practices that support compliance with applicable financial regulations and nonprofit reporting requirements

Financial Systems and Process Improvement

• Partner with IT, BI & Analytics, and other departments to improve integrations, reporting capabilities, and data accuracy
• Streamline financial processes through technology and automation, establishing clear ownership and consistent procedures across departments

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop staff across accounting, FP&A, commercial finance operations, contracts administration, and compliance and risk management
• Set priorities and performance expectations, balancing daily operations with strategic initiatives
• Support professional development, cross‑training, and succession planning while building a collaborative, service‑oriented team

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including significant team leadership and organizational financial management responsibility
• Experience leading accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial planning and analysis
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Experience in a nonprofit, membership association, or organization with multiple revenue streams preferred
• Experience advising executive leadership and presenting to Boards or finance committees, translating complex financial information into clear recommendations
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including cash flow planning and financial risk assessment
• Experience with financial management and planning systems; Workday Financials and Workday Adaptive Planning experience preferred
• Familiarity with CRM and association management systems, including Salesforce and Personify, preferred
• Experience supporting international operations or expansion, contracts administration, and organizational risk and compliance preferred
• Demonstrated ability to improve financial processes and use technology and automation effectively
• Sound business judgment and the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on oversight, competing priorities, and organizational change
• Experience developing teams and building effective working relationships across departments
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or another relevant advanced credential preferred

Why Join Us

You will help shape ATD’s financial strategy and guide decisions that support a global organization dedicated to advancing talent development. This role offers direct partnership with executive leadership and the opportunity to develop a team across several critical functions.

Work Environment

This role is based in Alexandria, VA and follows a hybrid work model, offering a mix of in-office collaboration and flexibility. Our office is located on King Street in Old Town Alexandria, near the Metro, waterfront, shops, and restaurants, with regular opportunities to connect with teammates and leadership. ATD supports employee growth through professional development resources, dedicated learning time, and organization-wide learning initiatives. Team events, recognition programs, and company gatherings help build community.

Salary and Benefits

• * Salary Range: [$170,000]–[$210,000]. Starting salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skills.
• * Benefits: Employment at ATD isn’t just about a job – it's about our employees’ well-being. Our ATD LiveWell program provides a variety of essential and fun benefits based on areas of Physical, Financial, Social, and Career health. Look at some (but not all) of what we offer and see for yourself!
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO, Personal Days, Sick Time, Sabbaticals, Learning Hours)
• 403(b) plan options with 6% company match and immediate vesting on employee contributions
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts
• Unlimited Professional Development through ATD (classes, certifications, resources, etc.)
• Wellness library and events (virtual and in-person)
• On-site gym
• Basic and supplemental life insurance coverages
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Company paid Teladoc visits
• New parent benefits
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee discount program (Tickets at Work, Verizon, Hertz, and more)
• Pet insurance

ATD is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, age, color, national origin, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Need Assistance: ATD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for any applicant with a disability. If you are disabled and need assistance participating in the application or hiring process please contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 1.800.628.2783.

Unleashing human potential is important work. For nearly 80 years, the Association for Talent Development (ATD) has supported those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees in organizations around the world. Getting employees up to speed, trained, and ready to tackle today’s increasingly demanding business landscape is important work. We help talent development professionals do this work by providing many products and services: Membership Research and publications Tools and resources on best practices Courses and certifications Conferences and events Together with our global community we help create a world that works better. We are a professional membership association, employing a global staff of more than 150 who use creativity, technology, teamwork, and innovation to serve members and customers around the world. Our products and services equip practitioners to increase their own effectiveness. ATD encourages every employee to actively engage in the organization, support the business and each other, generate ideas to drive revenue and efficiency, increase our value proposition, and better serve our profession and society. We are high‑performing, fast‑paced, and we dream big. We love technology and constantly pursue the next way to improve our business. We are risk‑takers and believe that “failure” is really another word for “learning” and learning is a core value. We have fun while we work hard.