• Senior Director of Finance & Accounting

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Woodside, NY)


    Description

    Our client, a leading NYC Nonprofit, is seeking a Senior Director of Finance & Accounting to lead and innovate their dynamic finance team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-impact role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on finance leader who is passionate about making a difference while ensuring the financial health and sustainability of a mission-driven organization.

     

    As a key member of the leadership team, you will oversee financial operations, accounting, audits, government contract compliance, and strategic planning. You’ll not only guide a skilled finance team, but also work cross-functionally with departments across the organization to ensure alignment between financial strategy and organizational growth.

    Responsibilities of this position will include:

    • Provide strategic financial leadership in collaboration with the CFO and executive leadership.

    • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, including cash flow analysis and monthly reconciliations.

    • Oversee accounting operations, ensuring adherence to GAAP, federal/state regulations, and contract requirements.

    • Manage the annual audit process and ensure compliance with 403(b) and all relevant federal, state, and local regulations.

    • Build and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.

    • Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets.

    • Act as a key liaison with NYC government agencies, managing complex contracts and grants.

    • Drive technology adoption in finance systems including Salesforce and Sage Intacct.

    • Serve as lead staff on the Audit/Finance Committee and present to the Board and additional committees as needed.

     

    For immediate consideration please contact Ronny.Cohen@roberthalf.

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

    • Minimum 10 years of experience, including supervisory roles

    • Blended background of finance and accounting

    • Grants management experience required

    • CPA or MBA preferred

    • Experience with Sage a plus

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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