Director of Finance
ROME GROUP, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Director of Finance
Rise Community Development • St. Louis, MO • Full-time, Exempt • Hybrid Eligible
About Rise Rise partners with communities to build stronger, more equitable St. Louis neighborhoods through real estate development, lending as a CDFI, and cross-sector collaboration.
The Opportunity Rise is seeking a strategic and mission-driven Director of Finance to lead financial operations across the organization and its 60+ real estate affiliate entities. This senior leadership role guides financial strategy, ensures strong fiscal stewardship, and supports Rise’s work in affordable housing and community development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all financial operations, including accounting oversight, internal controls, treasury, and audits.
Provide financial oversight for Rise’s real estate portfolio in collaboration with the Director of Asset Management.
Oversee CDFI-related financial functions including loan portfolio reporting and compliance with CDFI Fund/Treasury requirements.
Develop financial forecasts, scenario planning, and annual consolidated operating budgets.
Manage relationships with outsourced bookkeeping, banking partners, investors, and auditors.
Prepare and deliver financial reports to senior leadership, funders, and the Board of Directors.
Qualifications
5+ years of senior nonprofit finance leadership experience.
Experience with multi-entity or real-estate-affiliate structures strongly preferred.
Knowledge of LIHTC, underwriting, or affordable housing financing a plus.
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting, fund/grant compliance, and financial analysis.
Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise or similar platforms.
Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $115,000–$130,000, plus full health benefits, paid leave, and 401(k).
How to Apply Send your résumé and a response (≤300 words) to the prompt provided on our website: https://risestl.org/about/opportunities/open-position-director-of-finance/ to jobs@risestl.org with “Director of Finance” in the subject line.
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About Rise Rise partners with communities to build stronger, more equitable St. Louis neighborhoods through real estate development, lending as a CDFI, and cross-sector collaboration.
The Opportunity Rise is seeking a strategic and mission-driven Director of Finance to lead financial operations across the organization and its 60+ real estate affiliate entities. This senior leadership role guides financial strategy, ensures strong fiscal stewardship, and supports Rise’s work in affordable housing and community development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all financial operations, including accounting oversight, internal controls, treasury, and audits.
Provide financial oversight for Rise’s real estate portfolio in collaboration with the Director of Asset Management.
Oversee CDFI-related financial functions including loan portfolio reporting and compliance with CDFI Fund/Treasury requirements.
Develop financial forecasts, scenario planning, and annual consolidated operating budgets.
Manage relationships with outsourced bookkeeping, banking partners, investors, and auditors.
Prepare and deliver financial reports to senior leadership, funders, and the Board of Directors.
Qualifications
5+ years of senior nonprofit finance leadership experience.
Experience with multi-entity or real-estate-affiliate structures strongly preferred.
Knowledge of LIHTC, underwriting, or affordable housing financing a plus.
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting, fund/grant compliance, and financial analysis.
Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise or similar platforms.
Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $115,000–$130,000, plus full health benefits, paid leave, and 401(k).
How to Apply Send your résumé and a response (≤300 words) to the prompt provided on our website: https://risestl.org/about/opportunities/open-position-director-of-finance/ to jobs@risestl.org with “Director of Finance” in the subject line.
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