Finance Director (Non-Profit Organization)

FIRC•Breckenridge, CO

5d•$105,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Director is FIRC’s senior financial leader and reports directly to the Executive Director. The role leads budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and long-term financial strategy, and serves as the primary financial partner to the Executive Director, Director team, and Board Finance Committee. The Finance Director translates financial data into clear guidance for organizational decisions and ensures FIRC manages its resources effectively, maximizes funding, and aligns financial practices with the organization’s strategic goals, mission, vision, and values. The position oversees accounting operations, regulatory compliance, financial policies and procedures, the annual audit, grant and facilities financial planning, and supervision of accounting staff. It combines long-term strategic work with hands-on accounting and operational support. The role is based in Summit County, Colorado, with in-office attendance required Monday through Thursday, and is full-time, year-round, exempt, at 40 hours per week. The stated salary range is $105,000 to $120,000, with an ASAP start date. FIRC is the county’s only nonprofit social services agency. Since 1993, it has provided wraparound services that help Summit County residents access healthy food and housing, navigate healthcare challenges, and build connections and stability. FIRC states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining talented people from diverse backgrounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning, ideally including ownership of a large, multi-department budget.
Demonstrated experience building financial models, forecasts, and reporting tools used directly by executive leadership.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Ability to translate financial data for non-finance audiences, including executives, Board members, and program staff.
Willingness and ability to build hands-on general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and reconciliation skills on the job.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with enterprise financial systems, with willingness to learn FIRC’s systems, Financial Edge and Razor’s Edge.
Ability to balance long-term financial strategy with the daily hands-on demands of a lean nonprofit finance department.
Excellent people skills and experience collaborating with a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team.
Reliable year-round transportation to navigate Summit County and attend job-related meetings and events.
Genuine interest in FIRC’s mission and personal and professional commitment to its values.
Candidates are subject to a pre-offer reference check and a post-offer criminal background check.
Maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality; act with integrity and ethical behavior; take initiative; be detail-oriented and meet strict timelines; and adapt to changing organizational, community, and funder priorities.
Physical ability to handle, feel, grasp, and operate objects and tools; reach and lift with hands and arms; and use hand-eye coordination to operate computers and other equipment. The role frequently requires lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and standing, sitting, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or people management experience.
MBA or CPA.
Proficiency in Spanish.
Nonprofit work experience.
Experience using Blackbaud Financial Edge and Razor’s Edge.

Responsibilities

Lead annual budget development and present the budget to the Board of Directors for approval.
Own monthly and forecast-level financial reporting for the Executive Director, Director team, Finance Committee, and Board, including variance analysis and clear explanations of financial performance.
Prepare month-end financials and run monthly Finance Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, managing invitations, taking notes, maintaining audit records, and presenting to the Board.
Partner with the Director team to implement and track Strategic Plan KPIs.
Lead financial strategy and modeling for grant budgets and capital campaigns, and oversee ongoing accounting for FIRC facilities and related building costs.
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
Monitor FIRC’s financial health and alert the Executive Director to foreseeable concerns.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Lead the annual audit process by providing documentation and support to external auditors.
Supervise accounting staff and provide leadership support for training, timecards, scheduling, performance, and deliverables.
Reconcile bank and investment accounts monthly.
Provide backup accounting support as needed, including check processing, vendor inquiries, credit card processing, and reconciliations.
Support federal, state, and foundation grant lifecycles, including budget preparation, labor and expense tracking, grant invoicing, and grant audits.
Prepare and present department-level budgets and mentor non-financial staff on financial concepts.
Occasionally back up HR with payroll approval, if needed.
Provide additional support and undertake other tasks as assigned to advance FIRC’s mission.

Benefits

Five weeks of paid time off per year, additional personal time off, and paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions for employees and eligible dependents; some plans are fully employer-covered, with additional buy-up options.
Flexible Spending Account for health and dependent care expenses.
Health Savings Account.
Employer-covered life insurance and AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.
403(b) retirement plan.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Discounted ski passes and access to a shared ski medallion.
Local recreation discounts and perks.