Director, Outsource Accounting and Finance

The Bonadio Group • Buffalo, NY

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Bonadio Group is seeking a Director to lead and oversee outsourced accounting and financial management services for a portfolio of Not-for-Profit (NFP) organizations. The Director serves as a trusted financial advisor and relationship leader, helping clients strengthen their financial operations, reporting, processes, and internal controls. The role also includes managing client engagements, leading and developing team members, and contributing to the growth and success of the Outsource Accounting & Finance practice.

A hybrid work arrangement is available for candidates residing in the Buffalo/Niagara region. The position has office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Summer hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with Flex Friday scheduling available in accordance with firm policy and business needs. Additional hours may be needed during peak times.

The Bonadio Group describes an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. The firm offers mentoring and training programs, exposure to diverse work and challenging issues, and a path to Partnership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience appropriate for a leadership-level role.
• Demonstrated experience working with Not-for-Profit organizations, including knowledge of NFP accounting, financial reporting, and financial operations.
• Experience managing multiple priorities, clients, projects, or financial functions simultaneously.
• Leadership experience, including mentoring, developing, and overseeing professional staff.
• Strong client service, relationship-management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and project-management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage changing or urgent client priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting, client accounting/advisory services, or a similar professional services environment.
• Experience serving in or supporting a Controller, Director of Finance, or similar financial leadership capacity for Not-for-Profit organizations.
• Experience with accounting and financial technology platforms, including QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and similar applications.
• Experience identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, systems, and internal controls.
• CPA or other relevant professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a financial advisor and relationship leader for a portfolio of Not-for-Profit clients, delivering outsourced accounting and financial management services.
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, dashboards, KPIs, and other financial reporting.
• Advise clients on accounting processes, financial reporting, internal controls, and finance-related operational matters.
• Apply knowledge of Not-for-Profit accounting and reporting practices across different client situations and organizational structures.
• Oversee and review general accounting work, including account reconciliations, workpaper preparation, accounts payable, and month-end close.
• Help clients establish, improve, and maintain standardized accounting procedures, processes, and internal controls.
• Lead new-client onboarding by assessing current accounting processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and coordinating implementation.
• Build relationships with client leadership and serve as a resource for financial and operational matters.
• Manage multiple client engagements, priorities, deadlines, and deliverables while maintaining high client service.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members through coaching, technical guidance, and oversight of client work.
• Delegate work across engagement teams and monitor quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
• Train clients and staff on shared accounting and technology applications.
• Use accounting technology and financial systems to improve efficiency, reporting, and client service.
• Manage unexpected or time-sensitive client and firm matters.
• Maintain a high level of client satisfaction and contribute to the growth and success of the Outsource Accounting & Finance practice.

Benefits

• Mentoring and training programs.
• Exposure to diverse work and the opportunity to tackle more interesting issues.
• A path to Partnership.
• Flexible work arrangements, including a hybrid arrangement for eligible candidates in the Buffalo/Niagara region and Flex Friday scheduling during summer in accordance with firm policy and business needs.

What This Job Offers

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