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Robert Half
VP/Director of Finance
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What they do
A Vice President or Director of Finance manages the daily financial activities of a company or organization. Oversees accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivables and payables, and financial administration.
$197,419 / year median in New York
+6% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to help guide the financial strategy and day-to-day fiscal operations of our nonprofit organization in Staatsburg, New York. This role partners closely with senior leadership to strengthen reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls while supporting sound stewardship of organizational resources. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to translate financial information into actionable insights for leadership and stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.
- Direct budgeting and forecasting activities, including analysis of variances and recommendations to support financial decision-making.
- Manage general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and all critical close activities at month-end and year-end.
- Track cash position, operating results, and financial trends to help leadership monitor performance and plan effectively.
- Coordinate annual audit readiness efforts and serve as a key contact for external auditors throughout the engagement.
- Ensure adherence to nonprofit accounting standards, grant-related financial requirements, and applicable regulatory reporting obligations.
- Oversee core accounting operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed asset administration.
- Produce financial analyses and presentations for executives, board members, and external funding partners.
- Establish, refine, and monitor financial policies and internal control procedures to safeguard organizational assets.
- Provide guidance and oversight to accounting team members while partnering with program leaders on restricted funding and grant tracking.