Director of Finance
CFS, Hartford, CT, United States
Director of Finance
The Director of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health, sustainability, and compliance of the organization. This individual will lead all financial operations, provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership and the Board, and ensure strong internal controls and reporting practices aligned with nonprofit best practices.
Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy
Serve as a strategic financial partner to the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with department leaders
Provide financial forecasting, scenario planning, and long-term sustainability analysis
Present clear and accurate financial reports to leadership and the Board
Accounting & Financial Operations
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
Maintain compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Manage annual audit and act as primary liaison with external auditors
Grants & Compliance
Oversee financial reporting for grants, contracts, and restricted funds
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder financial requirements
Support grant budgeting and reporting in partnership with program staff
Internal Controls & Systems
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies
Improve financial systems, processes, and reporting tools as needed
Supervise finance staff and external vendors as applicable
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and compliance
Experience presenting financial information to senior leadership and Boards
Preferred
CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree
Experience working with grants and government funding
Familiarity with financial software (Oracle a big plus!)
Skills & Attributes
Mission-driven with a commitment to nonprofit values
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
High attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture
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Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy
Serve as a strategic financial partner to the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with department leaders
Provide financial forecasting, scenario planning, and long-term sustainability analysis
Present clear and accurate financial reports to leadership and the Board
Accounting & Financial Operations
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
Maintain compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Manage annual audit and act as primary liaison with external auditors
Grants & Compliance
Oversee financial reporting for grants, contracts, and restricted funds
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder financial requirements
Support grant budgeting and reporting in partnership with program staff
Internal Controls & Systems
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies
Improve financial systems, processes, and reporting tools as needed
Supervise finance staff and external vendors as applicable
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and compliance
Experience presenting financial information to senior leadership and Boards
Preferred
CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree
Experience working with grants and government funding
Familiarity with financial software (Oracle a big plus!)
Skills & Attributes
Mission-driven with a commitment to nonprofit values
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
High attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture
#INAPR2026
#LI-JL1