Finance Director

YWCA•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

At YWCA Greater Cleveland, our mission is clear: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Behind every life changed, every family supported, and every community strengthened is a strong financial foundation. We're looking for a Finance Director who believes that financial leadership is about more than numbers-it's about creating clarity, building trust, and helping mission-driven leaders make informed decisions that maximize impact. This executive leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys turning complex financial data into compelling stories, partnering with leaders across different backgrounds and communication styles, and using financial strategy to advance organizational goals. If you're equally comfortable analyzing financial trends, presenting to a Board of Directors, coaching department leaders through their budgets, and thinking strategically about long-term sustainability, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Seven or more years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Experience managing audits and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Experience supervising and developing staff.
Advanced financial analysis and forecasting skills.
Experience using financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
Commitment to the mission of YWCA Greater Cleveland.

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or Master's degree.
Experience working with nonprofit grant funding and restricted funds.
Experience presenting financial information to Boards of Directors.
Experience supporting leaders with varying levels of financial literacy.

Responsibilities

Lead all financial operations, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
Develop long-range financial strategies that support organizational growth and sustainability.
Translate financial data into clear, meaningful insights that help leaders make informed decisions.
Partner with department leaders to build budgets, understand financial performance, and identify opportunities.
Prepare monthly financial statements and executive reports for senior leadership and the Board Finance Committee.
Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, audits, and financial compliance.
Oversee grant financial management, reporting, and restricted funding.
Manage investments and organizational cash flow.
Build efficient financial processes that support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Lead and develop the Finance team while fostering collaboration and professional growth.
Champion trauma-informed, equitable, and inclusive financial practices throughout the department.