Senior Director, Finance

Future Caucus•Washington, DC

6d•$101,500 - $109,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Future Caucus seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Director of Finance / Controller to lead finance operations on our team. They are responsible for the integrity of our financial systems, reporting, controls, compliance, planning, and analysis. This position will also ensure high-quality accounting practices, support strategic organizational decision-making and budgeting, oversee financial grant reporting & contracts, and equip our executive team and department leads with the financial information, tools, processes, and guidance they need to actively manage their budgets and be effective stewards of organizational funds. We’re looking for someone who gets excited about the idea of finance system transformation on a growing team. You are just as eager to think big picture about the systems of the future as you are to roll up your sleeves and actualize those systems in the day to day. At Future Caucus, the operations & finance teams are service-oriented and exist to enable impact and efficiency across the organization. We understand that a strong financial & operational backbone equips those within the organization to dream up and do big things while sufficiently managing organizational risks. We’re looking for someone who possesses a similar orientation to their work: someone who asks the right questions, surfaces risks early, and helps us model what’s possible by working with the COO to translate big ideas and organizational ambitions into clear financial scenarios, tradeoffs, and pathways for sustainable growth. This job is for you if you can effectively communicate with stakeholders ranging from the coordinator level to the C-suite and Board of Directors and have an exceptional ability to manage up and laterally. The ideal candidate has a strong background in nonprofit finance, is a proactive communicator, and is known for letting no detail go unnoticed. They will report to the Chief Operating Officer and oversee the relationship with our part-time external accountant, audit team, and other financial vendors. Our hope is to bring someone on to our team who is eager to lead on establishing systems that will help us scale to our next level of impact, and wants to grow alongside the organization.

Requirements

Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience, with non-profit finance experience required
Experience managing a budget of $4M or more
Degree in finance, accounting, non-profit/business administration, or equivalent professional experience
Demonstrated experience with nonprofit financial systems, grant & restricted revenue compliance, and board-level financial reporting
Detail-orientation and analytical skills, with the ability to ensure accurate reporting and translate it into strategic organizational insights
Strong interpersonal judgement when communicating with a range of audiences (e.g. stakeholders, funders) in writing and in person
Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel and other financial tools (ex: Quickbooks, forecasting tools, AP software)
Strong initiative - a self-motivated individual known for identifying problems alongside solutions and a bias for proactive communication

Nice To Haves

Experience in or knowledge of ethics requirements in legislatures a bonus
Sincere commitment to Future Caucus mission of working across partisan lines

Responsibilities

Serve as Future Caucus’ senior internal finance leader, providing strategic financial guidance to the CEO, COO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team
Develop and maintain financial plans and projects, including cash flow, reserves, and investment strategies analyses
Contribute to the development of the organization's long-term strategic and operational plans with a focus on financial sustainability
Communicate regularly with the CEO, COO, and senior leadership regarding financial performance & forecasts, proactively surfacing significant risks, opportunities, trends, and tradeoffs
Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable, and timely insights for stakeholders with varying levels of financial expertise, building financial fluency and accountability across the organization
Prepare the CEO and COO to present quarterly financial reports and narratives for Board meetings, providing clear, actionable, and future-oriented recommendations
Alongside the COO and President & CEO, oversee the preparation and management of the annual operating budget, ensuring participatory budget practices and alignment with the organization’s mission, programs, and strategic priorities
Lead the forecasting process and establish appropriate forecasting cadences to ensure budget projections are accurate and reflective of current financial performance, revenue expectations, organizational priorities, and risks, partnering closely with the Development and Program teams
Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed
Build and embed financial processes, tools, and policies that empower department heads with the financial fluency to make strong decisions on expenditures
Lead budget reviews with department heads to ensure financial targets are met and budget forecasts are accurate
Provide financial oversight of organizational grants, including budget development, financial reporting, compliance, cost allocation, reimbursement process, etc.
Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports & narratives, including statement of activities, statement of financial position, cash flow statements, and budget-to-actual analyses
Analyze and interpret financial results, translating reporting into actionable insights, trends, risks, and recommendations for the COO, President & CEO, and senior leadership
Oversee the preparation of year-end financial statements and ensure compliance with accounting principles (e.g. GAAP, fund accounting)
Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard the organization’s financial resources and mitigate financial risks, taking appropriate action when risks are identified
Establish clear mechanisms for identifying and promptly escalating material financial risks, concerns, or errors to the COO and President & CEO, along with recommended corrective actions
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial data and accounting records, overseeing the organization’s external accounting firm for timely and accurate accounting functions, including keeping the general ledger, accounts payable / receivable, payroll, and month-end close
Oversee the preparation and filing of annual tax returns (e.g., IRS Form 990) and the annual audit process, ensuring the organization’s external accounting firm & audit team produce accurate and complete audits and tax filings
Oversee the creation of and training and development of staff on financial policies, procedures, and best practices
Establish and execute accounts payable procedures & technologies to ensure timely payments, working with the Operations Coordinator and account firm as needed
Complete all necessary registrations, licenses, and insurance needs
Perform other related duties as needed