Senior Director of Finance and Operations

Hourchildren.org • Long Island City, NY

8h

About The Position

Hour Children is a nonprofit supporting incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women and their children as they rebuild their lives, strengthen family relationships, and work toward stability and independence. Its interconnected prison- and community-based programs include housing, family support, mental health services, workforce development, and children’s programming.

The Senior Director of Finance and Operations is a member of the senior leadership team and works closely with the Executive Director to ensure the organization’s financial health and operational effectiveness. The role oversees financial management, organizational operations, compliance, and administrative functions, helping ensure resources are managed responsibly and systems support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. The position calls for a collaborative, strategic, hands-on leader with strong financial and operational management skills and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, management, or a related field.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in finance, operations, or organizational management.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and nonprofit grants and contracts.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supervising staff and managing external vendors or consultants.
• Familiarity with financial and/or property management systems such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Yardi, or Concur, and with Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and ability to apply these principles to organizational leadership and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a nonprofit setting.
• Experience with property operations, government funding requirements, and organizational compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks and budget variances, and advise the Executive Director on financial decisions and resource allocation.
• Oversee grant and contract accounting, financial compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate the annual audit and work with external auditors and the Board’s Finance Committee.
• Maintain effective financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee day-to-day administrative and operational functions, ensuring systems and processes support organizational priorities.
• Review and improve policies, procedures, and workflows to strengthen efficiency, accountability, and compliance.
• Oversee vendor relationships, procurement, resource allocation, and administrative systems.
• Support organizational risk management and business continuity planning.
• Oversee operations and compliance of the organization’s residential and commercial properties, working with property managers and relevant staff.
• Monitor property-related costs, maintenance needs, vendor relationships, and insurance coverage.
• Work with relevant program staff on property-related financial and administrative matters, including rent collection and arrears as needed.
• Supervise and support the finance and operations team, providing guidance, clarifying responsibilities, and promoting accountability.
• Work with the Executive Director and department leaders to address operational challenges and improve coordination across the organization.
• Support staff development and training, and implement organizational policies and procedures effectively.
• Communicate financial and operational information clearly to senior leadership and the Board as appropriate.
• Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism, inclusion, and equity in leadership, decision-making, and daily responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching opportunities.
• Pre-tax commuter and transit benefits.
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options through Aflac and MassMutual.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, paid sick and safe leave, and paid holidays, based on eligibility and length of service.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Meaningful work supporting women, children, and families in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior