Senior Director, Finance

Association for Talent Development (ATD); Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

PTO and personal days

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Job summary

Association for Talent Development (ATD) is seeking aSenior Finance Director to lead financial strategy, planning, and operations, reporting to the President & CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership team. This role oversees accounting, FP&A, contracts, compliance, and risk management while guiding the organization’s long-term financial health.

You will partner with HR, BI, and other departments to improve reporting, controls, and financial processes, including international activity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience with leadership.
• Experience leading accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and FP&A.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition, internal controls and audit requirements.
• Experience in nonprofit, membership organization with multiple revenue streams.
• Experience advising executive leadership and presenting to Boards or finance committees.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including cash flow planning and risk assessment.
• Experience with Workday Financials and Workday Adaptive Planning.
• Familiarity with CRM/association systems like Salesforce and Personify.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership team with strategic guidance.
• Evaluate risks and returns of initiatives, investments, pricing, staffing, and new opportunities.
• Prepare and present financial results, analyses, and recommendations to executives and the Board.
• Partner with department leaders to evaluate performance and strengthen financial accountability.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Oversee accounting operations and GAAP-compliant financial statements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Cash flow planning

Financial risk assessment

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Advanced credential (CPA, CMA, MBA) preferred

Tools

Workday Financials

Workday Adaptive Planning

Salesforce

Personify

Job description

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!

Job Description

As the Senior Finance Director at ATD, you will lead financial strategy, planning, and operations to support the organization’s long‑term financial health. Reporting directly to the President & CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership team, you will provide financial guidance to support organizational priorities and business decisions. This role oversees accounting, financial planning and analysis, commercial finance operations, contracts administration, and compliance and risk management, combining strategic leadership with hands‑on operational oversight.

About ATD

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is the premier membership organization for professionals in the learning and talent development field. Our mission is to create a world that works better by empowering professionals to develop talent in the workplace. Through training programs, membership, globally recognized certifications and events, we support individuals and organizations in talent development to perform at the highest level.

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 Range: [$170,000]–[$210,000]. Starting salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications and skills.

Benefits

• 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

EEO Statement

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.