Finance Director (Hybrid)

FIRC•Silverthorne, CO

8h•$105,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

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, serving as the primary financial partner to the Executive Director, Director team, and Board Finance Committee. The Finance Director translates financial information into clear guidance for organizational decisions and helps ensure resources are managed effectively, funding is maximized, and financial decisions align with FIRC’s strategic goals, mission, vision, and values. As a member of FIRC’s Director team, the Finance Director contributes to the leadership and stewardship of the organization beyond the finance function. Directors provide steady leadership during emergencies, support and guide employees across departments, and contribute to organization-wide decisions. The position combines a flexible mix of remote and in-office work, with a minimum of two in-office days per week and in-person attendance for key meetings, month-end close, check-run backup, and team support. The schedule is mutually agreed upon. The position is full-time, year-round, exempt, and based in Summit County, Colorado. It is listed at 40 hours per week, with a choice of a four-day or five-day workweek. The starting pay range is $105,000 to $120,000, and the anticipated start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible financial experience, including financial planning and analysis; ideally including ownership of a large, multi-department budget.
Demonstrated experience building financial models, forecasts, and reporting tools used by executive leadership to shape organizational strategy.
Direct staff management experience and demonstrated ability to coach and develop a team.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Ability to translate and present financial data to 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; 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 in a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team.
Reliable year-round transportation to travel around Summit County for 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.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA.
Proficiency in Spanish.
Nonprofit work experience, such as audits, Form 990, grants, internal controls, and financial compliance.
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 plain-language 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 overall financial health, maintain its good standing, 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 support their training, timecards, scheduling, performance, and deliverables.
Reconcile bank and investment accounts monthly.
Provide backup for accounting activities 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 provide backup for HR with payroll approval, if needed.
Provide additional support and perform other tasks as assigned to advance FIRC’s mission.

Benefits

Choice of a four-day or five-day workweek to support work-life balance.
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 multiple 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 benefits, including accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 3%.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Discounted ski passes and access to a shared ski medallion.
Local recreation discounts and perks.