We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to oversee and guide the financial operations of a nonprofit organization based in Charleston, South Carolina. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance detailed financial management with long-term planning to support the organization's mission. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in nonprofit accounting, compliance, and financial reporting while fostering collaboration across teams. Responsibilities: • Lead the creation and management of the organization’s annual budget, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategic priorities. • Monitor financial performance against the budget and provide actionable insights to leadership for informed decision-making. • Oversee general accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and contribution tracking systems. • Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, such as monthly income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses, for stakeholders and leadership committees. • Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations related to nonprofit finance, tax reporting, and payroll. • Manage annual audits, coordinating documentation and addressing inquiries from auditors or external parties. • Supervise and mentor finance team members, including staff accountants, bookkeepers, and volunteers, to ensure efficiency and accuracy. • Provide training and guidance on financial policies to staff and ministry leaders to promote accountability and stewardship. • Collaborate with organizational leadership to allocate resources effectively for ministries, missions, and capital improvement projects. • Identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining the integrity of the organization’s mission.

• Proven experience with month-end close procedures and financial reconciliation. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent qualification. • Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and practices. • Demonstrated expertise in financial statement preparation and audits. • Proficiency in financial reporting systems, such as Financial Edge or similar platforms. • In-depth understanding of compliance requirements for nonprofit organizations. • Effective leadership and mentoring skills to manage both staff and volunteers. • Ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans for long-term organizational goals.

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Charleston, SC
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to oversee and guide the financial operations of a nonprofit organization based in Charleston, South Carolina. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance detailed financial management with long-term planning to support the organization's mission. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in nonprofit accounting, compliance, and financial reporting while fostering collaboration across teams. Responsibilities: • Lead the creation and management of the organization’s annual budget, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategic priorities. • Monitor financial performance against the budget and provide actionable insights to leadership for informed decision-making. • Oversee general accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and contribution tracking systems. • Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, such as monthly income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses, for stakeholders and leadership committees. • Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations related to nonprofit finance, tax reporting, and payroll. • Manage annual audits, coordinating documentation and addressing inquiries from auditors or external parties. • Supervise and mentor finance team members, including staff accountants, bookkeepers, and volunteers, to ensure efficiency and accuracy. • Provide training and guidance on financial policies to staff and ministry leaders to promote accountability and stewardship. • Collaborate with organizational leadership to allocate resources effectively for ministries, missions, and capital improvement projects. • Identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining the integrity of the organization’s mission.
2025-10-16T17:13:04Z

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