Director of Finance

ECHO INC. • North Fort Myers, FL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

ECHO is a global Christian agricultural networking, training and resourcing organization. Our mission is to strengthen the capacity of a diverse global network to defeat hunger and improve lives through sustainable food and agroecosystem strategies. ECHO has a significant network of over 20,000 individuals and organizations built over 45 years working in more than 190 countries. These partners serve as the primary multiplier for ECHO-tested options, strategies, and research.

SUMMARY:
The Director of Finance provides strategic and organizational leadership over all finance and accounting functions across the entire global organization. This role performs the more complex and specialized accounting of financial activity and directs the overall accounting work of the organization. Additionally, this role establishes financial policy, ensures regulatory compliance, leads budgeting and audit processes, and serves as the primary financial advisor to the Executive Team and Board of Directors.

Requirements

• Must subscribe to the ECHO Statement of Faith or the Apostle’s Creed and possess character traits consistent with ECHO’s core values.
• Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting terminology, procedures, and requirements.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international finance teams, Advancement, Operations, and external advisors to drive alignment and system change.
• Experience leading change management initiatives, including guiding staff through significant accounting systems and process transitions while maintaining continuity of operations.
• Comfort operating in transitional accounting environments, with a track record of bringing structure, clarity, and discipline to complex or decentralized finance functions.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and develop the work of others.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to prepare and interpret reports based on specific criteria provided.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, directors, the CEO, Board of Directors, and donors.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and deadlines.
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established policies.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and other finance systems; strong working knowledge of the MS Office suite.
• English required, limited knowledge of Spanish, French, Thai, or Swahili desirable.
• CPA preferred, or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with sufficient experience to fulfill non-profit accounting requirements.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant accounting or finance experience. Experience with internationally operating non-profit organizations is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Strong experience in assessing and improving existing accounting structures, evaluating reporting tools, and supporting multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and present organization-wide financial reports, analysis, interpretation, and recommendations to the Executive Team and Board of Directors, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and organization-wide consolidation, including financial forecasting and scenario modeling, for review by the Executive Team and Board of Directors.
• Lead with a servant-leader heart and mindset by remaining willing and able to engage directly in day-to-day accounting operations as needed, including general ledger review, QuickBooks Online management, payroll oversight, and hands-on problem solving, particularly during peak periods, staffing transitions, audits, or system implementations.
• Lead the annual audit and serve as the primary contact for external auditors. Oversee preparation and filing of Form 990 and other regulatory and compliance reports.
• Lead finance system selection, implementation, and major upgrades, recommending and implementing cross-functional process improvements and organizational finance initiatives to improve organizational efficacy and efficiency.
• Track and report financial information for Global operations and Regional Impact Centers, including multiple projects and grants, and support project management, budget development, and grant administration.
• Establish and maintain the organization’s accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and compliance framework, including fraud prevention, risk mitigation, and governance best practices.
• Train, supervise, and develop finance staff, while fostering a culture of accountability, service, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the finance function.
• Provide training and guidance to international finance staff, ensuring consistent financial practices, reporting standards, and internal controls across all locations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Manage the fixed asset database, ensuring compliance with capitalization and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate accounting records related to (a) general ledger, (b) donation recording, (c) restricted funds, (d) investments, (e) tax reporting, (f) special projects, and (g) Regional Impact Center activity.
• Serve as the control owner and final authority for bank and credit card accounts, including cash management, wire transfers, and banking relationships. Establish appropriate segregation of duties and financial risk mitigation practices.
• Serve as the final authority for financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and financial governance.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and financial risk assessment to support organizational sustainability, resilience, and strategic decision-making.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned, demonstrating flexibility, humility, and responsiveness to organizational needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Paid time off, 12 paid holidays, 5 wellness days, and birthday leave

What This Job Offers

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