Director of Finance (Chiefs for Change)

<br><span style="font-size:14px;"><img alt="" height="56" src="https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1753730306/chiefsforchangeorg/hbgxwoigcfecgjmkbno9/Logo1.svg" width="169"><br><span style="display:none;"> </span><br>Job Title:   Director of Finance<br>Department:   Finance/Operations<br>Reports To:   Chief Strategy and Network Officer<br>Salary:  $120,000 to $140,000               <br>Work Location:   Remote<br>Travel:   Up to 15%</span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e85828;">Make an Impact in This Role</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">The Director of Finance is the single, accountable in-house leader of Chiefs for Change’s finance function, responsible for the organization’s financial health, strategy, and integrity. Reporting to the Chief Strategy and Network Officer, this role oversees financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting; financial risk management; compliance; and reporting—while serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership and the Board. </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Beyond running day-to-day operational finance, the Director sets the organization’s multi-year financial direction, owns the annual budget through Board approval, and manages the relationship with Chiefs for Change’s retained accounting partner to preserve strong internal controls and segregation of duties. The Director works collaboratively with senior leadership and other key stakeholders to ensure the financial sustainability of Chiefs for Change and to align financial strategy with mission-driven objectives, positioning the finance function to scale as the organization grows.</span></span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e85828;">Your Role in Our Success - Duties & Responsibilities</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Financial Strategy & Multi-Year Planning</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Set and steward the organization’s multi-year financial strategy, building and maintaining models that connect long-range goals to annual operating plans.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Develop scenario and sensitivity analyses to inform leadership decisions on growth, investment, staffing, and program expansion.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Position the finance function to scale—anticipating the systems, staffing, and controls needed as the organization grows in size and complexity.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Support the Chief Strategy and Network Officer and the leadership team in developing and executing multi-year financial strategies and sustainability plans.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Financial Planning and Analysis</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">In collaboration with the leadership team and the development team, lead the annual budget development process, aligning financial planning with organizational priorities.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Own the annual budget end-to-end—reviewing the build, refining assumptions, and presenting the budget to the Board for approval on the organization’s annual cycle.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Monitor and report financial performance, ensuring adherence to budget and identifying areas for optimization.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Develop and maintain financial forecasting models to support strategic decision-making.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Financial Operations and Reporting</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, grant requirements, and internal policies.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Directors.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board and its finance/audit committee, translating financial performance into clear, decision-ready insight.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Outsourced Partner & Vendor Management</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Manage the relationship with the organization’s retained accounting partner, setting clear scope, service levels, and deliverables and holding the partner accountable for quality and timeliness.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Preserve the segregation-of-duties strength of an independent external accounting function while maintaining clear in-house ownership of financial decisions and oversight.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Coordinate the division of responsibilities between in-house staff and outsourced providers, adjusting the model as organizational needs evolve.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Oversee external auditors, banking partners, and other financial vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality service.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Risk Management and Compliance</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Establish written protocols and enforce internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Maintain compliance with grant funding and philanthropic restrictions, providing required reporting and documentation.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Conduct periodic financial audits and implement findings to improve financial management practices.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Leadership and Collaboration</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Partner with the leadership team to align development strategies with organizational goals.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Supervise finance team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Partner with the Development team to ensure effective grant management and alignment with organizational goals.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Provide financial guidance to leadership and staff to enhance organizational decision-making.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Strategic Initiatives</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Lead initiatives to optimize financial systems and processes, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Support the Chief Strategy and Network Officer and the leadership team in developing and executing multi-year financial strategies.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Actively contribute to cross-departmental projects, leveraging financial expertise.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size:10pt;">*Please note duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be added, at any time with or without advanced notice.</span></i></span></span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e85828;">Your Expertise and Impact - Qualifications & Requirements</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Education</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Experience</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">8 to 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management in a nonprofit setting, with at least 5 years in a financial leadership role.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Experience owning an organizational budget through a Board approval cycle and presenting financial information to a Board or governing body.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Experience managing outsourced accounting providers, auditors, and other financial vendors.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Experience building multi-year financial models and supporting organizational growth or scaling preferred.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Technical Skills</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit financial management, including grant compliance and fund accounting.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.) and tools.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Familiarity with fundraising platforms, donor databases, and the grant application process.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Leadership and Communication</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strong ability to manage projects, resolve conflicts, and build collaborative working environments.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to a non-financial audience.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including board members and corporate partners.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Strategic Thinking and Agility</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Ability to translate long-term goals into actionable plans to ensure successful completion of financial goals.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrated ability to adapt strategies quickly to meet the evolving needs of the organization, particularly in response to organizational shifts or economic challenges.</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strong decision-making skills, with a proven ability to anticipate challenges and develop agile solutions that align with organizational goals.</span></span></li></ul><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e85828;">Thriving in Your Role: Core Competencies</span></span></b></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;"><span style="font-size:8px;"> </span><br>Leadership Competencies</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strategic Management</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strategic Thinking</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Problem Solving</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Change Leadership</span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Effective Teaming</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Trust & Collaboration</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Communication & Influence</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Conflict Resolution</span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Self-Management</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Growth Mindset</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Empathy</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Ownership</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Mission-Driven</span></span></li></ul></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color:#1070b8;">Role-Specific Competencies</span></b></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:2px;"><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Finance Strategy & Planning</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Financial Analysis & Forecasting</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Budgeting & Financial Planning</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Multi-Year Financial Modeling & Scenario Planning</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Procurement & Risk Management</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Outsourced Partner & Vendor Management</span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Financial Stewardship</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Internal Controls & Compliance</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Cash Flow & Budget Monitoring</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Board Reporting & Financial Communication</span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Development & Donor Relations</span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Donor Cultivation & Prospecting</span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:2px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Fundraising Campaigns & Grant Management</span></span></li></ul></li></ul><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e8602c;">Compensation & Your Path to Growth</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;">We offer a comprehensive compensation package aligned with a career progression plan that ties your demonstrated abilities and proven performance to growth opportunities within your role and the organization. This plan provides clear pathways for advancement, with compensation levels reflecting your progression and impact. At Chiefs for Change, we are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent compensation practices. This role is aligned to our Director-level compensation structure, with a starting salary range of $120,000–$140,000, depending on proficiency level. </span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;">Growth in compensation is tied to demonstrated increases in proficiency and scope over time, rather than automatic movement within a salary band. This approach helps reduce bias, promotes consistency, and ensures transparency throughout the hiring process.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#333333;"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;"><span style="color:#e8602c;">How to Apply</span></span></b></span></span></span><br><br><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Chiefs for Change has exclusively retained OneDigital's Nonprofit HR Executive Search team to lead recruitment efforts for this critical position. For consideration, all interested candidates should submit a completed application, including cover letter and resume at https://nonprofithr.applytojob.com/apply/a1Q2NyY4FL<br><br>Preference will be given to candidates who apply prior to July 10th, 2026</span></font><br><br>For any specific inquiries about this opportunity, please contact Hakimu Shuttlesworth Davidson, Executive Recruiter with OneDigital's Nonprofit HR Executive Search team, at hakimu.davidson@onedigital.com.<p><br> <em><strong>Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging </strong></em></p> <p><img src="\"https://www.nonprofithr.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NPHR-Diversity-Statement-232x300.png\"" height="\"269\"" width="\"240\""></p> <p><em>Nonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve. To fully realize our goal, we prioritize our understanding of the complexities of DEI within our workforce to inform our approach to talent management. We believe that this guides how we do our work, advise our clients to operationalize DEI and position our content and educational opportunities help strengthen the talent management capacity of the social impact sector.</em></p> <p><em>Continue reading our about our commitment at </em><a href="\"http://www.nonprofithr.com\"">nonprofithr.com/deinow</a>.</p>

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