Director of Financial Operations

The Hub Project • Washington, DC

5d • $105,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Financial Operations is a senior leadership role at the intersection of financial stewardship and organizational strategy. Reporting to the COO, the Director leads a team of finance professionals and manages key external partners, including a CPA firm. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of all financial operations while also serving as a strategic advisor to the COO and executive team. Beyond overseeing core accounting and financial systems, the Director plays a central role in shaping the organization’s resource planning, executive reporting, and long-term strategy. They partner with the COO to drive cross-departmental initiatives and lead special projects that improve organizational performance. With a blend of technical expertise and strategic vision, the Director ensures that the organization’s financial health, fiscal capacity, and programming are aligned in support of its mission and future growth.

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including at least 3 years within a non-profit organization.
• Demonstrate a commitment to building a just and inclusive economy that provides opportunity and dignity to all Americans and a passion for preserving and strengthening democracy.
• Possess a working knowledge of financial practices and procedures applicable to both c3 and c4 organizations.
• Proficient in financial software and systems, with a track record of implementing and improving financial processes and controls.
• Experienced in working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and able to incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities, particularly those from marginalized communities, into decision-making processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to articulate financial concepts to stakeholders across the organization.
• Strong managerial skills, with a proven ability to evaluate the work of others and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Highly organized, flexible, and able to manage competing priorities across multiple work streams effectively.
• Skilled problem solver and project manager, with a track record of driving projects to successful completion.
• Proven ability to manage up and build deep interpersonal relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with a team while also being able to work independently to achieve goals.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes across the organization.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, ensuring GAAP compliance and financial transparency.
• Monitor cash flow, implement efficiency improvements, and optimize resource utilization.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and compliance standards.
• Partner with Development on grant management, reporting, and compliance.
• Partner with the COO to lead annual and multi-year organizational planning, including resource planning, staffing models, and financial sustainability.
• Provide executive-level analysis and reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making and board engagement.
• Translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights for executives and stakeholders.
• Identify and drive organization-wide initiatives that improve alignment, efficiency, and impact.
• Support the COO in advancing organizational-wide priorities
• Lead special projects and cross-departmental initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Pinpoint opportunities for improvement across finance and operations and lead implementation of solutions.
• Develop frameworks and tools that improve organization-wide visibility into financial and operational health.
• Actively contribute to initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and preparedness.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees (and their families).
• 401k retirement plan with a 3% automatic contribution and up to a 3% employer match.
• Pre-tax transportation benefits.
• 120 hours of vacation time annually.
• 80 hours of health leave annually.
• Up to 2 days of casual leave annually.
• 20 hours of volunteer leave annually.
• 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• 16 weeks of paid family and medical leave after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed