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INTRO TO GRANITE UNITED WAY: Granite United Way’s Vision is to be the preferred way for people to work together to build a community that values its collective responsibility to care for one another. All employees at Granite United Way are integral to achieving our mission, operating under five core values: We are respectful, accountable, community-centered, collaborative, and curious.

THE OPPORTUNITY: The Director of Finance will be a strategic thought partner reporting to the CFO, working on-site at our Manchester, NH office. As the Director of Finance, you will play a critical role in partnering with the executive leadership team to drive operations as Granite United Way continues to enhance its quality programming and build capacity. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and operations leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Bring experience in mission-driven non-profit environments with complex funding sources.
• Be prepared to play both hands-on and director-level roles.
• Bring financial know-how, collaboration, and grant management skills
• Be eager to create a meaningful impact as we bring together the caring power of communities to improve lives.

If you have any or all of these traits, apply today!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Support the preparation, presentation, and management of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including analysis of the Statement of Activities, Balance Sheet, and cash flow.
• Direct and occasionally perform day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. Responsible for the reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including grant accounting.
• Ensure that the billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Understand and help manage cash flow and banking relationships to meet operational and strategic needs.
• Prepare the annual fiscal year budget along with the CFO
• Staff the GUW Finance Committee and Audit Committee, along with the CFO

Grant Financial Management

• Collaborate with program directors to manage grant accounting and track expenditures by programs and other funding sources.
• Ensure accurate recording, reconciliation, and maintenance of all grant financial activity.
• Work with CFO to ensure annual preparation of SEFA.

Compliance, Policies & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Improve and monitor financial policies and internal controls.
• Remain up to date on nonprofit audit best practices and state and federal laws regarding nonprofit operations.

Audit & Regulatory Reporting

• Coordinate the annual audit process in partnership with the CFO.
• Co-direct audits, tax filings, and other financial reporting requirements, working closely with external auditors, the finance committee, the audit committee, and regulatory agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, with at least 3 years of progressive experience in a leadership role (preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $10 million).
• Experience managing finance and accounting software systems, including reporting, compliance, and audit functions (Sage Intacct preferred).
• Experience in a nonprofit setting, required.
• Familiarity with accounting software, including reporting, compliance, and audit functions (Sage Intacct preferred).
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong relationship-building abilities, with the capacity to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with careful attention to detail and a commitment to transparency and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Required personal qualities include: Integrity, humility, credibility, and a strong dedication to the mission of Granite United Way.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or CPA certification.
• Experience in federal and/or state grant management, including grant accounting, compliance, and reporting.
• Ability to translate financial concepts and effectively collaborate with programmatic and fundraising colleagues who may not have finance backgrounds.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  

WHY WORK AT GRANITE UNITED WAY?

Granite United Way is committed to developing a stronger, healthier workplace and community that benefits all people. Our purpose-driven culture is complemented by a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• 12 Paid Holidays & Generous PTO
• 403(B) Retirement Plan, 5% match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• SmithRX Prescription Savings
• Flexible Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance Discounts
• Long-Term Disability and AD&D 100% employer-paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Voluntary Short-term Disability Option

Granite United Way is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Recovery Friendly Workplace, and we value the leadership and contributions that individuals with lived experience bring to the workplace, to community health improvement, and to strengthening systems of care.