Senior Director of Finance

FACETS; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

403(b) retirement

Paid vacation & holidays

FSAs

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Expense reimbursement

Job summary

FACETS is seeking a Senior Director of Finance to lead financial strategy and oversee budgeting, reporting, and audit processes for a mission-driven organization. This executive will partner with the Executive Director and senior leadership to secure financial sustainability.

The role requires deep nonprofit accounting experience, strong systems development, and hands-on involvement in the organization’s core accounting work while building a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7–10+ years nonprofit or comparable finance/accounting experience.
• At least 3 years in a senior finance role with $5–$15M budget.
• Experience with government/foundation grant accounting and reporting.
• Experience developing finance staff and building systems, controls.
• Strong Excel/financial modeling and ability to explain financials to non-financial staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and serve as advisor to senior leadership and board committees.
• Oversee budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and scenario modeling.
• Manage annual audit, Form 990 preparation, and external relationships.
• Oversee monthly close, GL reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies; ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Supervise finance staff and build a scalable finance function.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Board reporting

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Communication to non-financial staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/BA

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Finance is FACETS' senior finance leader, responsible for the financial health, integrity, and strategic direction of the organization. This role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, grants and contracts accounting, internal controls, and the annual audit, and serves as the organization's principal advisor on financial strategy and sustainability.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Finance is FACETS' senior finance leader, responsible for the financial health, integrity, and strategic direction of the organization. This role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, grants and contracts accounting, internal controls, and the annual audit, and serves as the organization's principal advisor on financial strategy and sustainability. This role combines strategic financial leadership (board reporting, budgeting, financial planning, audit oversight) with direct involvement in the organization's core accounting work and close supervision of the finance team. The ideal candidate has held senior finance leadership responsibility in a similarly sized organization, is comfortable engaging in the details of the organization's finances, and is energized by building strong systems and a strong team in a mission-driven environment.

About The Organization

FACETS is a nonprofit organization that transforms lives by stabilizing and empowering individuals and families facing poverty, housing instability, hunger, and financial insecurity. Through innovative programs, strong partnerships, and data-driven strategies, we create pathways to lasting and systemic change. We meet emergency needs through wraparound services and community partnerships, and help individuals and families experience safe and stable housing after years of uncertainty and instability. We strive to ensure that every person in our community has a place they can call home. Every member of the FACETS team plays a role in making a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable neighbors.

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Serve as chief financial strategist and advisor to the Executive Director, Sr. Director of Business Management and senior leadership, translating financial data into clear guidance for organizational decision-making.
• Lead the annual operating budget process and ongoing financial planning, including cash flow forecasting and scenario modeling, in partnership with the Executive Director, Sr. Director of Business Management and department leads.
• Serve as a key liaison to the board finance and audit committee; prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and analysis at board and committee meetings.
• Lead the annual audit and Form 990 preparation, serving as the principal point of contact for external auditors and tax preparers.
• Monitor the organization's cash position, reserves, and investment accounts, and recommend action to protect long-term financial sustainability.

Accounting Oversight & Financial Operations

• Lead the monthly close, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statement preparation, reviewing and approving the work of the finance department.
• Maintain and strengthen the organization's system of internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Oversee grants and contracts accounting, including restricted fund tracking and compliance with government and foundation funder requirements (e.g., 2 CFR 200 for federal awards).
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank/deposit reconciliation functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across the finance team.
• Oversee the organization's accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks or comparable platform) and identify opportunities to improve automation, reporting, and data integrity.

Team Management & Development

• Supervise and mentor finance staff, setting priorities, reviewing work, and building a culture of accuracy and accountability.
• Build out the finance function as FACETS grows, defining roles and recommending staffing and structure changes to the Executive Director and Sr. Director of Business Management.
• Provide budget training and financial guidance to program and department directors to manage their own budget lines.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit financial reporting standards, and all applicable federal, state, and local grant and contract requirements.
• Oversee insurance coverage and other risk-management functions related to the organization's financial and operational integrity.
• Stay current on nonprofit accounting standards and funder compliance requirements relevant to human-services and housing-focused organizations.

Required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressively responsible nonprofit or comparable finance/accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a senior finance role at an organization with a budget in the $5–$15 million range.
• Demonstrated experience with government and foundation grant accounting, including restricted fund tracking and compliance reporting.
• Experience managing and developing finance staff, and building or strengthening financial systems, policies, and controls.
• Comfort working at both a strategic and a detailed level, with a willingness to stay directly involved in the organization's core accounting work.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and strong Excel/financial modeling skills.
• Excellent ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial staff, leadership, and Board members.

Preferred

• Familiarity with federal, state and county grant and contract requirements.
• Experience supporting or presenting to a board finance or audit committee.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily an office-based role with occasional local travel for board meetings, community events, and off‑site meetings.
• May require occasional flexibility outside of standard business hours to meet deadlines (e.g., month/year‑end close, audit preparation, board meeting preparation) and to attend occasional meetings at other FACETS office locations within Fairfax County, including 3 annual organization‑wide fundraising events each year.

Pay Range

Salary Range: $130,000–$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience. FACETS offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualification/experience.

Benefits

• Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees with competitive family rates and medical plan options.
• Paid Basic Life Insurance with an option to buy additional coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan options with generous matching.
• Full-time employees receive paid annual vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care.
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, 100% employer paid.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Reimbursement of work‑related expenses including portions of mileage and mobile data expenses.

On‑going professional development and training; reimbursement for portions of tuition, training, or (re)certification in areas related to current position.

Everyone at FACETS is driven to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty.

Everyone at FACETS is driven to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty.

FACETS is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of respect and belonging. FACETS is an equal opportunity employer with a culturally diverse work environment. Our welcoming community encourages collaboration across programs for our rewarding work.

Equal Employment Opportunity M/F/D/V.