Director of Finance
About The Position
The Director of Finance oversees Emerge’s financial operations, ensures compliance with regulatory and funding requirements, and provides strategic financial leadership. The role leads budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit preparation, and resource planning. It works with organizational leadership, program staff, and assigned financial staff to support sound financial management and decision-making. The position is primarily office-based during standard Monday–Friday business hours. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for board meetings or deadlines, and minimal travel may be needed for training or audit meetings. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be considered based on organizational needs. The work environment is fast-paced, with multiple concurrent priorities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in nonprofit finance and accounting.
- Experience with federal and state grant management.
- Knowledge of nonprofit GAAP, fund accounting, and nonprofit financial reporting standards.
- Knowledge of federal and state grant management and compliance.
- Knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage Intacct.
- Knowledge of IRS Form 990 and nonprofit audit preparation.
- Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes, internal controls, and financial policy development.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to lead and develop a small team collaboratively.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively with leadership, program, and administrative staff.
- Ability to adapt to changing regulations and organizational needs.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or CPA.
- Knowledge of Medicaid billing and reimbursement.
- Familiarity with behavioral health or healthcare financial operations.
- Knowledge of Ohio Medicaid medical claims management and reconciliation; strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and cash flow management.
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with leadership and program staff.
- Monitor organizational financial performance and provide monthly financial reports to the CEO.
- Supervise and support assigned financial staff, aligning fundraising and grants management with financial goals.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Medicaid and grant funding requirements.
- Manage and coordinate the annual independent audit and preparation of IRS Form 990.
- Oversee restricted and unrestricted fund accounting and ensure proper tracking and reporting of grant- and donor-restricted funds.
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
- Provide financial analysis and guidance to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with program leaders to ensure accurate cost allocation and tracking of program expenses.
- Maintain relationships with banking institutions, auditors, and other financial stakeholders.
- Prepare financial reports and data for board meetings, grant applications, and compliance reviews.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA, licensing, and Joint Commission regulations.
- Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, including behavioral, ethical, and client boundary expectations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
