VP/Director of Finance

Description We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to guide financial strategy and oversee core accounting operations for a mission-driven nonprofit in San Francisco, California. This role will lead budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and compliance activities while providing clear financial insight to support organizational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit finance expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen financial processes in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the organization’s financial planning activities, including development of the annual budget and ongoing forecast updates.

• Oversee month-end close procedures to ensure timely, accurate financial statements and supporting reconciliations.

• Produce and present financial reports that translate complex data into meaningful insights for leadership and key stakeholders.

• Manage cash flow planning by monitoring liquidity, projecting funding needs, and supporting responsible resource allocation.

• Lead financial oversight of government grants, including budgeting, tracking expenditures, and maintaining compliance with award requirements.

• Coordinate annual audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to auditor requests, and strengthening internal controls.

• Evaluate and improve budgeting and accounting processes to support accuracy, efficiency, and transparency across the finance function.

• Partner with senior leadership on strategic financial decisions, risk management, and long-range planning initiatives.

• Support the effective use of accounting software systems to maintain reliable financial records and reporting capabilities. Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.

• Demonstrated background in nonprofit financial management, with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

• Experience overseeing month-end close and maintaining accurate general ledger and reconciliation processes.

• Strong understanding of cash flow management, audit preparation, and internal control practices.

• Hands-on experience administering government grants and related financial compliance requirements.

• Proficiency with accounting software systems and financial reporting tools.

• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to executive leadership and non-financial stakeholders

CPA strongly preferred

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