Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Compensation
$125,000 – $135,000 base salary + comprehensive benefits

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

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• Direct partnership with the Executive Director and senior leadership team
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• Highly visible role with regular interaction with the Board and Finance Committee
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• Opportunity to lead a full-scale modernization of finance operations, reporting, and audit processes
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• Oversight of a significant investment/endowment portfolio that plays a critical role in organizational sustainability
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• Mission-driven, collaborative environment with strong leadership support and long-term stability
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• Generous time off, including a year-end holiday break
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Benefits & Perks

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• 55% employer-paid health insurance (multiple plan options available)
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• Employer-paid annual parking
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• Strong work-life balance in a purpose-driven organization
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• High-impact role with significant autonomy and growth potential
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Position Overview

The Director of Finance will serve as the senior financial leader for a respected Baltimore-based nonprofit organization. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring best-in-class financial reporting and compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic oversight with operational execution, ideal for someone excited to modernize systems, strengthen controls, and elevate financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, audit preparation, and compliance
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• Manage and develop accounting staff; ensure appropriate balance between transactional execution and strategic finance
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• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and processes, including automation and integration initiatives to reduce manual work and improve accuracy
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• Partner closely with executive leadership and the Board on budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy
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• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors and the Board’s Finance Committee
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• Provide financial insight and operational support across functions, including HR and facilities as needed
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Ideal Candidate Profile

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• 3+ years of financial leadership experience within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
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• Strong expertise in nonprofit accounting systems
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• Proven ability to improve processes, strengthen controls, and implement system enhancements
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• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and strong attention to detail
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• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with leadership, board members, and external partners
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Location

Baltimore, MD (on-site; local candidates ONLY)

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