Director of Accounting

Overview

This role provides leadership for accounting operations that support organizational programs, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. The position translates financial activity into useful information to support decision-making, responsible stewardship of resources, and accountability to funders, partners, and delivery networks.

The Director oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, tax filings, grant-related reporting, and internal controls that support accurate and reliable financial information. Responsibilities include leading the close process, strengthening financial systems and accounting practices, serving as a resource on technical accounting matters, and developing the capabilities needed for strong financial management.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations (35%)

• Lead accounting operations, systems, and internal controls supporting compliance with GAAP, organizational policies, and funding requirements.
• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and financial reporting processes.
• Oversee stewardship of the general ledger and related accounting activities, including subledger transactions, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Guide accounting practices to ensure complete and accurate recording of revenue and expense activity.
• Direct accounts receivable, collections, and accounts payable functions to support effective cash management and financial operations.
• Interpret and apply accounting standards and organizational accounting policies to support consistent financial reporting.

Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance (25%)

• Evaluate and improve internal controls to support financial stewardship and regulatory compliance.
• Lead the annual audit, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and related deliverables.
• Direct preparation of Form 990 and other required financial and regulatory filings.
• Prepare the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and support federal grant reporting requirements.
• Maintain compliance with grant requirements, contracts, and applicable regulations.
• Support business registrations, tax filings, and insurance renewal activities as part of organizational risk management.

Systems & Process Improvement (15%)

• Lead improvements to processes, controls, workflows, and system functionality.
• Guide implementation, optimization, and adoption of financial systems and reporting tools.
• Develop accounting procedures and practices to support effective operations and financial stewardship.
• Contribute accounting leadership to ERP implementation, migration, and enhancement initiatives.
• Evaluate opportunities to strengthen financial reporting capabilities, data quality, and system utilization.

Leadership & Team Development (15%)

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to the accounting team.
• Establish clear expectations and promote accountability, career growth, and ongoing development across the team.
• Build a collaborative, service-oriented culture supporting accounting operations and cross-functional partnership.

Technical Accounting & Organizational Support (10%)

• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and presentation materials for leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Serve as an internal resource for technical accounting matters and financial reporting questions.
• Provide financial insight and accounting expertise to support organizational planning, decision-making, and stewardship of resources.
• Provide accounting guidance to leaders on financial reporting, accounting treatment, and related business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for general ledger management, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
• Experience leading and developing accounting staff.
• Experience evaluating and maintaining internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Experience applying GAAP and evaluating the impact of new accounting standards on financial reporting.
• Experience managing annual audits, Form 990 preparation, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience with federal awards, SEFA preparation, and grant compliance requirements preferred.
• Experience supporting ERP implementation, migration, or major system enhancements preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; experience with MS Dynamics 365 Business Central and Jet Reports preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex accounting activities, lead projects, and balance competing priorities.
• Experience within a nonprofit, healthcare, association, or mission-driven organization preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Reports to the Chief Finance & Administration Officer and has direct reports.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, exempt.

Location

• Remote, U.S.