Director of Finance

Early Connections Learning Centers•Colorado Springs, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance is responsible for the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of Early Connections Learning Centers’ finance department. This leader provides financial management, budgeting, reporting, and oversight while maintaining accountability for the organization’s financial integrity. The role supports the organization’s growth and mission through financial planning, analysis, reliable operations, and continuous improvement. The position is full-time and exempt, scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings. It is based onsite; occasional or weekly remote work may be determined by the employee’s supervisor. Little to no travel is required, apart from occasional off-site meetings or professional development. The position reports to the Vice President of Business Operations and offers an annual wage range of $75,000–$80,000, dependent on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive finance experience.
Significant experience with accounting systems and financial software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present complex financial information.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and database management tools.
Self-motivated and self-directed, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Ability to adapt to and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative, transparent culture.
Must pass federal and state criminal and Colorado Department of Early Childhood background checks, a pre-employment drug screen, and verification of employment, education, and/or credentials before employment.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in financial forecasting and long-term planning.
Experience managing finance during organizational expansion or operational scaling, particularly in a nonprofit, educational, or mission-driven environment.
Experience in nonprofit financial management or government accounting.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic guidance and oversight across financial activities, ensuring accountability for funds and expenditures.
Develop, monitor, and report on the annual operating budget; lead short- and long-term budget projections and cash-flow forecasts.
Evaluate the organization’s debt-management strategy and recommend improvements.
Maintain, enhance, and evaluate the accounting system and oversee journal entries, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, cost allocation, and depreciation schedules.
Prepare monthly financial statements and reports, including cost-center expense reports, for internal and external stakeholders such as the Board of Directors, committees, and funding sources.
Analyze financial performance and provide strategic insights to organizational leadership.
Work with organizational leadership to forecast the financial implications of new initiatives, programs, projects, staffing, and compensation strategies.
Oversee financial management of capital campaigns and fixed assets, including tracking, depreciation, and compliance with accounting standards.
Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
Collaborate with departments to improve compatibility and efficiency among financial management, HCM, and CRM systems.
Work with Community Engagement on the financial aspects of grant applications and prepare interim and final financial reports for grant monitoring.
Ensure compliance with government finance regulations and internal policies, including purchasing, procurement, record retention, payroll taxes, retirement plan records, and required filings.
Identify opportunities to improve policies, processes, internal controls, and system efficiencies.
Support daily financial operations.

Benefits

Paid time off.
13 paid holidays scheduled in 2026.
Generous paid vacation and an Anniversary Day.
Eight paid sick days.
Paid Family Medical Leave; this benefit does not provide 100% wage replacement.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; the organization pays up to 75% of the employee medical insurance premium.
Free Employee Assistance Program.
Child care benefit with a substantial discount, subject to enrollment availability.
Tuition reimbursement of $150 per 3-credit-hour course for eligible staff in approved coursework who maintain the required grade point average; reimbursement may also be available for pre-approved job-related certificate programs.
Continuing education and training.
100% employer-paid Basic Term Life and AD&D insurance.
100% employer-paid Long Term Disability insurance.
Voluntary Short Term Disability insurance.