Director of Finance

Crossnore Communities for Children • Winston-Salem, NC

7d • $73,000 - $86,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance provides operational leadership for the organization’s accounting and finance functions, overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll quality control, and day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Finance ensures strong internal controls, audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and accurate financial reporting across multiple revenue streams, including grants, contracts, billing, and philanthropy. This role supervises finance staff, partners closely with program, development, and leadership teams, and identifies opportunities to strengthen systems, processes, and financial integrity in support of Crossnore’s mission. The Director of Finance plays a vital leadership role in advancing our mission to support children, families, and communities through trauma-informed care—helping ensure we can provide safe homes, support reunification, responsibly steward public and private funds, and remain strong and sustainable for the future

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, data analysis, and revenue cycles
• 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in finance or accounting, including oversight of staff, contractors, or project teams.
• Experience overseeing accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll support, general ledger entries, cash receipts, and account reconciliations required.
• Experience supporting complex revenue environments, including behavioral health and/or child welfare services billing, grant-funded programs, or similar regulated funding streams preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Business Administration or CPA credentials preferred.
• nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Finance & Accounting Operations Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
• Maintain a consolidated accounting system in accordance with GAAP, nonprofit and governmental accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including review and approval of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee bank, investment, and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, disposals, and depreciation.
• Provide quality control oversight and backup support for payroll processing.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to assess compliance, accuracy, and internal control effectiveness.
• Participate in financial software conversions, upgrades, and workflow improvements.
• Leadership & Supervision Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for finance staff.
• Develop staff through training, feedback, and continuous process improvement.
• Internal Controls & Compliance Establish, document, and evaluate internal controls across cash, billing, disbursements, property, and inventory.
• Support compliance with GAAP, FASB, IRS, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), and other requirements.
• Support audit readiness and assist with annual external audit and 401(k) audit preparation.
• Ensure finance policies and procedures are documented, updated, and consistently applied.
• Collaborate with banks, auditors, and investment partners alongside the CFO.
• Revenue, Grants & Contracts Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable with proper segregation of duties.
• Monitor collections, write-offs, and revenue trends; escalate risks to the CFO.
• Oversee reconciliation of philanthropic gifts and pledges in coordination with Development.
• Support grant and contract accounting, reporting, and compliance.
• Provide financial analysis and risk assessment during contract review and negotiations.
• Budgeting & Reporting Assist with annual operating and capital budget development and monitoring.
• Analyze cash flow and provide recommendations related to liquidity and financial risk.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and reports for leadership.
• Identify trends, variances, and potential risks to support informed decision-making.

Benefits

• Defined Contribution Benefits Plan including options for: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 copay for mental health visits with our health insurance Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Plans Critical Illness and Accident Coverage Options Flexible Spending Plan
• 401k with Employer Match (up to 6%)
• Paid Parental Leave - Based on Tenure
• Ongoing Training
• 20 Days PTO, 11 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director