Assistant Director of Finance

Anderson Center for Autism•Town of Hyde Park, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Finance plays a critical leadership role within Anderson Center for Autism’s Fiscal Department, supporting the agency’s mission by ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and strong fiscal stewardship across all programs and affiliates. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role oversees financial reporting, rate analysis, cost reporting, and payroll-related compliance while actively training and developing finance staff to ensure continuity and succession within the department. Why Join Us At Anderson Center for Autism, every role—especially within finance—directly supports our mission to optimize quality of life for people with autism and developmental disabilities. As Assistant Director of Finance, your leadership ensures the financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and sustainability that make high‑quality, person‑centered services possible. This role offers the opportunity to shape fiscal systems, mentor and develop staff, and contribute to long‑term, mission‑driven growth across programs governed by OPWDD, OCFS, and NYSED. Through both strategic influence and hands‑on oversight, you will help strengthen the infrastructure that allows individuals we support to experience dignity, opportunity, stability, and meaningful outcomes throughout their lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required
5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-program, regulated nonprofit or human services environment
Strong leadership, management, and staff development skills
Demonstrated experience with cost reporting, rate analysis, financial statements, and audits
Knowledge of NYS regulatory environments (OPWDD, OCFS, NYSED preferred)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Provide leadership oversight for agency-wide financial operations, including rate analysis, annual cost reports (CFRs, SSOPs), monthly internal financial statements, and regulatory reporting for all Anderson Center for Autism programs and affiliates
Ensure compliance with OPWDD, OCFS, and NYSED fiscal regulations through accurate reporting, timely submissions, and ongoing review of rates, property reimbursements, and grant or contract requirements
Oversee preparation, review, and analysis of internal financial statements, including allocations, general ledger reconciliations, and balance sheet integrity, with regular reporting to executive leadership and the Board of Directors
Direct payroll-related financial oversight, including monitoring payroll expenses, reviewing FTE reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal allocation requirements
Supervise, train, and develop finance staff across accounting, payroll, accounts receivable, and reporting functions, supporting cross‑training, knowledge transfer, and succession planning within the department
Coordinate and oversee completion of IRA Personal Allowance audits, including summarizing findings and reporting outcomes to leadership and required departments
Ensure timely and accurate reporting for grants, contracts, and NYSED portal requirements, collaborating with internal departments and external regulators or grantors as needed
Coordinate preparation of schedules, workpapers, and documentation for year‑end financial audits and external auditors
Support fiscal process improvements, implementation of new systems, and adherence to standard operating and fiscal procedures across the department
Serve as a key backup to the Chief Financial Officer and remain current on fiscal regulations and best practices through professional development, conferences, and trainings