Director of Finance

Internews Network

25d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Finance oversees the organization’s day-to-day financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, financial reporting, cash flow, grant finance, compliance, audits, and financial systems. This hands-on position directly performs financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement to support accurate, timely, and reliable financial management. Working with the Executive Director, program leaders, and department teams, the Director of Finance provides financial insights for operational decisions, resource allocation, risk management, and organizational sustainability. The role maintains financial controls, monitors funding and liquidity, and ensures compliance with donor requirements, applicable regulations, and organizational policies. It supervises the Finance Officer as applicable and manages the Operations Manager, who coordinates organizational and program operations, while maintaining clear accountability for financial oversight and approvals. The position is remote in the United States. Expected office hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

10 or more years of progressively responsible finance or accounting experience, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience managing nonprofit finances, including restricted funding, grant accounting, cost allocations, indirect cost recovery, and donor financial reporting.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting, grant compliance, and U.S. government and institutional donor requirements.
Experience coordinating annual financial statement audits, IRS Form 990 filings, and other applicable regulatory reporting.
Ability to develop financial models, analyze complex financial information, identify risks, communicate actionable recommendations, and administer accounting systems and reporting tools.
Experience supervising finance personnel and working effectively with senior leadership, program teams, and cross-functional colleagues.
Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and other financial reporting, data analysis, or business intelligence tools.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Demonstrated integrity, discretion, confidentiality, sound judgment, and strong relationship-building skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
CPA or equivalent professional credential.
Experience managing diverse revenue streams, particularly social impact investments, foundation funding, and fee-for-service or other earned income.

Responsibilities

Lead the annual organizational budgeting process with program and department leaders, aligning resources with funding and organizational priorities.
Prepare forecasts, budget-to-actual analyses, financial projections, and scenario models; analyze financial trends and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain consolidated organizational and project budgets and provide financial reports, analysis, and recommendations to the Executive Director and leadership team.
Oversee day-to-day accounting, including the general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and month-end and year-end close.
Prepare or coordinate financial statements, management reports, supporting schedules, and reconciliations.
Maintain accounting structures, cost allocation methodologies, financial records, and reporting systems; improve financial workflows, tools, procedures, and controls.
Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts; monitor liquidity, cash balances, receivables, payables, and funding requirements.
Model financial scenarios involving donor payment delays, funding reductions, restructuring, and operating cost changes; recommend cash conservation and expenditure controls.
Monitor foreign currency balances, exchange rate impacts, and other financial exposures; maintain bank reconciliations and supporting documentation.
Identify and communicate financial risks, funding gaps, and liquidity concerns to the Executive Director and leadership team.
Develop and monitor budgets for grants, contracts, subawards, and proposals with program and business development teams.
Monitor expenditures, funding restrictions, cost allocations, indirect cost recovery, grant balances, and award requirements, ensuring appropriate management and timely reporting.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, U.S. government award requirements, Uniform Guidance, donor regulations, contractual obligations, and organizational policies.
Maintain financial controls, procurement policies, approval thresholds, and documentation standards; review significant purchases, vendor agreements, consulting contracts, and subawards for budget impact, risk, and compliance.
Coordinate with the Operations Manager and program teams on procurement and contract administration, maintaining accountability for financial review and approval; coordinate legal review with qualified counsel as needed.
Coordinate annual financial statement audits, applicable federal single audits, donor audits, and other external financial reviews.
Prepare or coordinate audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, grant documentation, and responses to auditor requests.
Facilitate preparation and filing of IRS Form 990 and other applicable tax and regulatory reports, working with external advisors as appropriate.
Track audit findings, coordinate corrective actions, maintain supporting documentation, and ensure required filings and reports are accurate and timely.
Serve as the primary contact for day-to-day financial questions and advise program teams, budget holders, and department leaders on financial procedures and requirements.
Coordinate with HR on payroll budgeting, personnel cost allocations, and staffing forecasts, and collaborate with Operations and other teams on processes with financial implications.
Provide financial reporting, forecasts, scenario analyses, and recommendations to support operational decisions and long-term financial sustainability.
Prepare financial materials for the Board of Directors and Finance Committee, including statements, budget updates, liquidity reports, forecasts, and audit information.
Track outstanding financial tasks, approvals, reporting requirements, and corrective actions, and coordinate follow-up on leadership and Board decisions.
Uphold Internews’ Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice.
Supervise the Finance Officer, as applicable, and manage the Operations Manager.