Director of Finance

RISE Partnership•Portland, OR

10d•$92,978 - $137,372•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Finance reports to the Vice President of Operations and works primarily on the Shared Services team within the Finance department. The role oversees RISE Partnership’s organizational financial operations, develops financial processes and infrastructure, manages day-to-day financial activities, and leads budget reporting, forecasting, and analysis across six trusts and one nonprofit organization. RISE operates through a collaborative shared-services model in which employees may support multiple teams. The Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll; manages key vendors; prepares and presents GAAP-compliant monthly financial statements; supports budget development; manages cash flow, financial risks, internal controls, and the annual audit; and monitors regulatory requirements and performance indicators. The role advises Trust Program Directors and organizational leaders, supports continuous improvement, and advances RISE’s REDI framework and organizational values. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director provides portfolio updates and recommendations, recruits and develops staff, oversees the department budget, uses data to guide organizational decisions, and helps foster an equitable and inclusive culture. This position description may not include every duty, and responsibilities may change. The role is hybrid and based in Portland, Oregon, primarily remote with in-office attendance for meetings or team events as needed. The employee must reside in Oregon or Washington and be able to attend in-person work or meetings in the greater Portland area. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; occasional extended hours, evenings, and weekends may be required. Travel between worksites or meeting locations within Oregon may be needed. The work involves prolonged sitting and regular computer and video-meeting use.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
At least 7 years of experience with financial planning and analysis, budgets, forecasting, strategic analysis, grants, and contracts.
Expert knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Uniform Guidance.
Ability to mentor and coach staff and translate complex financial information for people across organizational levels.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including lookups and pivot tables.
Knowledge of state and federal grant compliance.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, employers, workers, union representatives, board members, and other partners in a collaborative environment.
Integrity and empathy, with a commitment to championing the needs of staff, participants, and consumers.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex operations, including supervising staff, vendors, and contractors.
Skill in fiscal management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Skill in conflict resolution, long-term strategic planning, and community engagement.
Demonstrated commitment to organizational equity and inclusion.
Commitment to advancing the voice and conditions of Oregon’s long-term care workers and to collaborative, solution-focused work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, uphold strong ethics, and support RISE’s values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Equity.
Must reside in Oregon or Washington and be able to attend in-person work or meetings in the greater Portland area as needed.
Ability to travel between worksites and/or meeting locations within Oregon as needed.
Willingness to work occasional extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or CMA certification.
Experience working with unions and/or labor-management trusts.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for accounting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
Manage vendors, including the third-party administrator, auditors, investment firm, and banking providers.
Prepare, review, and present monthly financial statements to the Executive Leadership Team in accordance with GAAP.
Analyze financial statements and provide strategic insights and recommendations to Trust Program Directors.
Support Program Directors and departments in preparing annual budgets aligned with organizational priorities and values.
Manage cash flow and provide timely cash-flow forecasts to the Executive Leadership Team.
Oversee financial risk-management strategies and the internal control environment.
Manage and coordinate the annual financial audit process, including work with external auditors.
Monitor local and regional regulatory requirements and communicate their potential organizational impact.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators to assess effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
Champion RISE’s REDI framework and vision, leading teams to address systemic barriers and improve policies and procedures.
Build and maintain constructive cross-functional relationships supporting programs and organizational goals.
Provide and receive feedback constructively and model collaborative leadership and a growth mindset.
Manage and report confidential personnel and leadership matters with discretion and professionalism.
Provide Senior Leadership Team updates on the finance portfolio, emerging issues, and recommendations for organizational strategy, culture, and operations.
Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing teams, including coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
Oversee the department budget with a focus on long-term sustainability and appropriate resource alignment.
Use data, metrics, and research to guide decision-making and organizational strategy.
Help foster an equitable and inclusive organizational culture for participants and staff.