Director of Finance/Controller

Indiana 811•Greenwood, IN

1d•$133,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Finance/Controller is responsible for the strategic leadership and oversight of all financial operations for Indiana 811. This position ensures the organization’s long-term financial health through effective financial planning, accounting operations, internal controls, compliance management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Director of Finance/Controller partners with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to support organizational strategy, operational effectiveness, and sound financial decision-making. This role oversees all accounting and finance functions, including nonprofit and grant accounting, audit coordination, cash management, payroll, investments, and administration of the organization’s self-funded employee health plan. The position also directly supervises one finance team member and plays an important role in mentoring and developing staff.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, GAAP, budgeting, and internal controls.
Knowledge of grant accounting and compliance requirements.
Understanding of self-funded health plan financial administration preferred.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
Experience with Sage Intacct, Concur, or similar financial systems preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
CPA designation preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Experience in nonprofit financial management required.
Experience with grant management and compliance strongly preferred.
Experience overseeing audits and financial reporting to boards or executive leadership is required.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of self-funded health plan financial administration
Experience with Sage Intacct, Concur, or similar financial systems
CPA designation
Experience with grant management and compliance

Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership to support Indiana 811’s mission, goals, and long-term sustainability.
Advise the Executive Director and Leadership Team on financial planning, operational strategy, risk management, and organizational growth.
Develop financial models, forecasts, and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
Monitor organizational financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, fixed assets, and reconciliations.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Lead the annual budgeting and financial planning process in partnership with department leaders and the Executive Director.
Oversee grant accounting, financial reporting, reimbursement requests, and compliance with grant requirements.
Oversee financial administration and reporting associated with the organization’s self-funded employee medical plan.
Coordinate and lead the annual financial audit and serve as primary liaison with external auditors.
Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting staff, including direct supervision of one team member.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.