Finance Director

Job Title: Director of Finance
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Southfield, Michigan
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Director of Finance is a senior leader within the organization, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance manages two Controllers (Domestic and International), providing leadership and oversight for both U.S.-based and global financial activities. This role is critical in supporting compliance, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls for a growing international nonprofit organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight & Leadership

• Oversee and guide the work of both the Domestic and International Controllers to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across all entities and programs.
• Serve as the central hub for consolidating financial reports, reviewing variances, and ensuring financial data accuracy across domestic and international operations.
• Assist the CFO in developing organizational financial strategies and long-term financial plans.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the CFO and program leadership.
• Oversee ongoing forecasting, cash flow analysis, and budget-to-actual monitoring.
• Prepare internal financial dashboards and management reports to support decision-making.

Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and nonprofit-specific accounting standards.
• Support the annual financial audit, including coordination with external auditors, preparation of schedules, and response to audit findings.
• Oversee internal control frameworks to ensure strong financial stewardship and risk mitigation across global operations.

Team Management & Capacity Building

• Directly supervise the Domestic and International Controllers, providing mentorship, performance management, and professional development.
• Promote a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the Finance Department.

Systems & Process Optimization

• Evaluate and enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and processes for scalability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, and Programs teams to ensure integration of financial processes with operational workflows.

Grant & Donor Compliance

• Oversee financial tracking and reporting for restricted funds and grant compliance requirements.
• Ensure proper allocation of expenditures and revenue recognition for both public and private funding streams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA strongly preferred.
• Must possess an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• Must be a US Citizen
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit financial management.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience, including managing finance teams or multi-unit operations.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting, grant compliance, and federal/state financial regulations applicable to nonprofits.
• Experience working in international nonprofit settings, including familiarity with foreign currency, global audits, and cross-border transactions.
• High proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and Excel-based financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial staff.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking in complex financial environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with a non-profit organization.
• Experience managing multi-entity or multi-country financial operations.
• Background in donor-funded projects, including government and multilateral grants.
• Experience leading major system implementations or financial restructuring.

Application Instructions:
Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to [Insert Application Link or Email].