Community Finance Director

Albuquerque Community Foundation•Albuquerque, NM

4d•$95,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Albuquerque Community Foundation (“ACF”) is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity created by and for people in the greater Albuquerque area, with Assets Under Management of nearly $200 million. ACF administers a permanent community endowment comprised of many gifts, large and small, and uses those resources to support nonprofit organizations and educational institutions. We serve primarily the four-county area of Valencia, Bernalillo, Torrance, and Sandoval counties, while maintaining a broader vision to lead in community philanthropy across New Mexico and beyond. ACF serves as the sole member of the New Mexico Community Trust (“NMCT”), a statewide 501(c)(3) organization that extends our reach and impact across New Mexico. NMCT enables the Foundation to partner with communities, public agencies, and funders on large-scale initiatives, fiscal sponsorships, and collaborative funding efforts that address critical needs across the state. Together, ACF and NMCT connect people, resources, and ideas to strengthen communities. Our leadership spans local, state, and national partnerships, and our donor-advised fund holders support causes both statewide and nationwide. We enable individuals, families, and organizations to engage in philanthropy in ways that are meaningful, flexible, and impactful—whether through immediate giving or long-term investment. We invest in the long-term well-being of nonprofit organizations and bring people together to convene diverse voices, foster collaboration, and advance solutions to complex challenges. Our work is grounded in equitable practices and guided by our mission, vision, strategic priorities, and commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The Community Finance Director position leads a growing portfolio of nonprofit financial services and capacity-building initiatives that strengthen nonprofit sustainability across New Mexico. The position provides strategic leadership for the Foundation and NMCT's nonprofit financial services portfolio, including fiscal sponsorship, nonprofit accounting and bookkeeping capacity building, a nonprofit bridge loan program, and future nonprofit financial service initiatives.

Requirements

Five years or more of experience in fund accounting
Knowledge of nonprofit governance, finance, and compliance.
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting and bookkeeping.
Proven ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and governing boards.
Excellent relationship-building, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree required
Proficiency in MS Office products
Develop knowledge and expertise in Community Suite and other software
Strong, clear writing and presentation skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent analytical skills and ability to accurately interpret complex documents and policies
Strong attention to detail and ability to creatively problem-solve
Self-motivated, initiative-driven, and integrity-based work style with a commitment to professional ethics
Ability to prioritize competing time and schedule demands
Exhibit a professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor
Dependable and sound decision-making capability
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
An understanding of philanthropy and a commitment to the mission of the Albuquerque Community Foundation
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information and promoting compliance with rules and regulations
Must be available to attend Foundation events and interact positively with attendees
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation
Current valid New Mexico Driver’s License and insurable

Nice To Haves

Experience with fiscal sponsorship, nonprofit finance, accounting, grant administration, or financial capacity building preferred.
Knowledge of nonprofit or commercial lending principles, including working capital financing, credit risk assessment, loan administration, and portfolio management, with the ability to collaborate effectively with financial institution partners to implement and oversee mission-driven lending programs is preferred.
Experience with community development finance, CDFIs, or impact investing is preferred.
advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for ACF and NMCT's fiscal sponsorship portfolio.
Oversee onboarding, contracting, compliance, and ongoing management of fiscally sponsored organizations and projects.
Work with the Foundation’s Compliance Officer to develop fiscal sponsorship policies, procedures, and best practices.
Serve as the executive relationship manager for fiscally sponsored organizations.
Collaborate across departments to ensure effective financial administration.
Expand nonprofit financial service offerings.
Manage launch a nonprofit accounting & bookkeeper capacity building initiative.
Manage launch a nonprofit bridge loan program in partnership with Nusenda Credit Union.
Manage budgets, grants, metrics, and program evaluations tied to financial capacity grant programs and fiscal sponsorships.
Build relationships with foundations, financial institutions, government agencies, tribal governments, community foundations, and nonprofit leaders as it relates to financial capacity grant programs and fiscal sponsorships.
Collaborate with Foundation Finance Sr. Director, Finance staff and consultants.
Prepare reports for leadership, Board committees, and funders.
Collaborate across departments.
Promote continuous improvement and customer service.
Participate in Foundation-wide events, meetings, and initiatives as needed, including but not limited to Board of Trustee meetings and the Annual Meeting
Represent the Albuquerque Community Foundation at community events, networking functions, and other public forums
All staff are encouraged to develop a practice and learning around diversity, equity, and inclusion