Finance Director

Tergar International•Minneapolis, MN

21d•Remote

About The Position

Tergar International is seeking a strategic, hands-on Finance Director to lead and evolve our financial operations during a period of continued growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a lean, mission-driven nonprofit environment and enjoys building sound systems and processes from the ground up. You will be responsible for financial reporting and planning, nonprofit compliance, and partnering with the Executive Director and Board on long-term financial strategy — while also staying close to the day-to-day accounting that keeps a global organization running smoothly.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within a nonprofit, mission-driven, or growing/start-up organization
Strong grasp of nonprofit accounting, Form 990 preparation, and audit management
Experience supporting Board and donor communications, including financial reporting and presentations
Track record of building and optimizing financial systems and processes in a lean organization
Comfortable toggling between high-level strategy and hands-on, day-to-day execution
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills
Genuine alignment with Tergar's mission; no specific religious practice is required, but comfort working within a values-driven, contemplative culture is important
A reliable personal workspace and high-speed internet.

Nice To Haves

Experience with international or multi-entity financial operations is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead all core finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management
Manage accounting processes and relationships with external bookkeepers, accountants, and auditors
Prepare regular financial reports for internal leadership, the Board of Directors, and major donors
Oversee the annual audit, IRS Form 990 filing, and other nonprofit compliance requirements
Manage restricted and unrestricted fund accounting in line with grant and donor requirements
Partner with the Executive Director to develop and execute financial strategy aligned with Tergar's mission and growth goals
Build and maintain financial models to support program planning, budgeting, and Board conversations
Provide insights and analysis to inform staffing plans, program investments, and fundraising priorities
Advise on reserve strategy and long-term financial sustainability given Tergar's mixed revenue model of program fees and donations
Oversee and improve internal financial systems, policies, and internal controls appropriate for a growing global nonprofit
Manage the complexity of international finance operations, including multi-currency transactions and cross-border contractor payments
Coordinate financial processes and reporting with Tergar Mandala finance function
Work closely with program and administrative leads to ensure financial alignment with organizational goals
Supervise and mentor finance team staff, currently a small, closely-knit team