Lead the Finances Behind Meaningful Work Help older adults remain independent, connected, and supported. Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. is seeking a Finance Director with strong, hands-on Controller experience, someone who can manage the accounting and help guide financial decisions. Working directly with the Executive Director, you will bring clarity to financial reporting, strengthen accounting practices, and help plan for CSSC's future. This role offers the opportunity to see how your work supports people and services throughout our community. About CSSC Founded in 1981, CSSC is a nonprofit serving older adults and their families in the Town of Colonie and the surrounding Capital Region. Our services include four independent senior living communities, transportation, senior dining, Bright Horizons Social Adult Day Services, THE CENTER at CSSC, and other programs that support independence and quality of life. We value collaboration, respect, and work-life balance. What You Will Do

• Lead financial management and advise the Executive Director, department leaders, Finance Committee, and Board on financial performance and decisions.
• Manage and actively participate in accounting, monthly and year-end closing, reconciliations, and timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Lead annual operating, program, property, and capital budgeting; monitor results and explain variances.
• Maintain cash-flow projections and forecasts, anticipating funding needs and reimbursement timing.
• Oversee accounting for senior housing properties and related entities, including rental revenue, reserves, capital spending, and allocations.
• Manage financial reporting, reimbursement requests, and compliance for grants, contracts, and restricted contributions.
• Oversee payroll accounting, accounts payable and receivable, banking, and internal controls; supervise and support finance staff.
• Coordinate annual audits and applicable tax and regulatory filings with external professionals.
• Improve financial systems and processes, and make financial information understandable and useful to colleagues. What You Bring
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience.
• At least five years of progressively responsible accounting or financial-management experience, including budgeting, financial statements, month-end closing, and audit preparation.
• Strong, hands-on Controller-level skills in general-ledger management, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of nonprofit accounting, grants, restricted funds, and cost allocation.
• Experience supervising staff or reviewing others' work, plus strong spreadsheet and accounting-system skills.
• Clear communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to helping colleagues solve problems. Preferred Qualifications
• CPA designation or advanced training in accounting or finance.
• Financial leadership experience in a nonprofit, senior services, housing, or human-services organization.
• Experience with multiple entities, affordable or senior housing, property accounting, and reserve accounts.
• Familiarity with HUD or New York State housing-related financial requirements.
• Experience with government grants, reimbursement contracts, and capital funding.
• Familiarity with Yardi, Fund EZ, ADP or comparable property-management and payroll systems.

Compensation and Benefits Starting salary will reflect relevant experience, education, and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, paid vacation, paid sick time, employer provided life insurance, paid holidays. You will join a mission-driven organization where your expertise supports essential community services, with direct access to executive leadership and opportunities to strengthen how we work. Schedule and Location This position is onsite in Albany, New York, with a regular Monday-Friday schedule. Occasional early or late hours may be needed for committee meetings, audits, budgeting, and financial reporting deadlines. Colonie Senior Service Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and for other legally protected needs.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person