Scion Staffing
Senior Director of Finance
Scion Staffing, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Scion Nonprofit Staffing , an award-winning full-service staffing firm, has been engaged to conduct a search for a
Senior Director of Finance for a national nonprofit research foundation!
Reporting toexecutive leadership, this position will oversee the day-to-day financial operations and serve as the senior financial strategist of the organization. This full-time, hybrid opportunity (2x a week in-office) is for immediate hire and must be based within a commutable distance to the organization's office in Chicago.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Director of Finance will direct and oversee the day-to-day and long-term finances of the organization, lead the finance team and work closely with other cross-functional staff, faculty, Board members, and external stakeholders. The Senior Director will be a strategic thought partner to the Executive Director and will play a critical role in all financial aspects of the organization's recently adopted strategic plan. This position requires strong organizational and operational skills to streamline and optimize internal processing systems as well as high levels of professional discretion.
Responsibilities:Direct and manage financial strategy, compliance, and day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with mission and strategic plan.Develop the annual budget and revised midyear forecasts; develop financial targets and multiyear forecasts; analyze variances and key drivers of performance.Oversee implementation and improvement of financial and accounting policies and practices.Assess and analyze opportunities for revenue generation and operational efficiency. Advise on financial impacts, outcomes, and risks.Oversee cash management, including approving payables.Oversee investment policies, procedures, and controls, including liaising with external investment advisors.Conduct qualitative and quantitative reporting to Board of Directors and other stakeholders.Ensure effective benefits administration, including 403(b) Plan compliance and oversight (e.g., annual audit, nondiscrimination testing), in partnership with Director of People and Culture.In coordination with Chief Operating Officer (COO), ensure significant contracts are compliant with all policies and procedures.Supervise Director of Finance in their oversight of audit, yearend close, grants management, and regulatory filings. Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to Senior Finance Associate as well.Collaborate with senior management to set annual budgets; develop budget monitoring procedures and guidance to enhance monthly financial review process.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.At least 7 years of experience in nonprofit or higher education finance and accounting; at least 2 years of management experience.Deep understanding of GAAP, financial planning & analysis, and forecasting.Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising processes.Prior experience with Financial Edge strong nice to have.High level of accuracy and attention to detail required.Proven project management skills.High technical capacity.Team player and inclusive leader.Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin residency and U.S. work authorization required throughout employment.Ability to travel out of state approx. 3 times per year.
Compensation & Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary of $130,000 to $140,000 annually, our client offers a full benefits package including 403(b) retirement plan with 5% automatic employer contribution PLUS 5% employer match, a 35-hour flexible work week and Summer Fridays, 16+ company holidays including a week-long winter break, sick time, PTO, and other paid leave, medical and dental insurance, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, transit benefits, professional development reimbursement, and employment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
To Apply:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter (in MS Word), sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via:. https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/12249
About Our Firm:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the
Forbes
lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a
ClearlyRated
Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by
The Business Times . Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online . Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Senior Director of Finance for a national nonprofit research foundation!
Reporting toexecutive leadership, this position will oversee the day-to-day financial operations and serve as the senior financial strategist of the organization. This full-time, hybrid opportunity (2x a week in-office) is for immediate hire and must be based within a commutable distance to the organization's office in Chicago.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Director of Finance will direct and oversee the day-to-day and long-term finances of the organization, lead the finance team and work closely with other cross-functional staff, faculty, Board members, and external stakeholders. The Senior Director will be a strategic thought partner to the Executive Director and will play a critical role in all financial aspects of the organization's recently adopted strategic plan. This position requires strong organizational and operational skills to streamline and optimize internal processing systems as well as high levels of professional discretion.
Responsibilities:Direct and manage financial strategy, compliance, and day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with mission and strategic plan.Develop the annual budget and revised midyear forecasts; develop financial targets and multiyear forecasts; analyze variances and key drivers of performance.Oversee implementation and improvement of financial and accounting policies and practices.Assess and analyze opportunities for revenue generation and operational efficiency. Advise on financial impacts, outcomes, and risks.Oversee cash management, including approving payables.Oversee investment policies, procedures, and controls, including liaising with external investment advisors.Conduct qualitative and quantitative reporting to Board of Directors and other stakeholders.Ensure effective benefits administration, including 403(b) Plan compliance and oversight (e.g., annual audit, nondiscrimination testing), in partnership with Director of People and Culture.In coordination with Chief Operating Officer (COO), ensure significant contracts are compliant with all policies and procedures.Supervise Director of Finance in their oversight of audit, yearend close, grants management, and regulatory filings. Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to Senior Finance Associate as well.Collaborate with senior management to set annual budgets; develop budget monitoring procedures and guidance to enhance monthly financial review process.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.At least 7 years of experience in nonprofit or higher education finance and accounting; at least 2 years of management experience.Deep understanding of GAAP, financial planning & analysis, and forecasting.Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising processes.Prior experience with Financial Edge strong nice to have.High level of accuracy and attention to detail required.Proven project management skills.High technical capacity.Team player and inclusive leader.Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin residency and U.S. work authorization required throughout employment.Ability to travel out of state approx. 3 times per year.
Compensation & Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary of $130,000 to $140,000 annually, our client offers a full benefits package including 403(b) retirement plan with 5% automatic employer contribution PLUS 5% employer match, a 35-hour flexible work week and Summer Fridays, 16+ company holidays including a week-long winter break, sick time, PTO, and other paid leave, medical and dental insurance, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, transit benefits, professional development reimbursement, and employment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
To Apply:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter (in MS Word), sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via:. https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/12249
About Our Firm:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the
Forbes
lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a
ClearlyRated
Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by
The Business Times . Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online . Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.