[Hiring] Director of Accounting & Finance @Main Street America

Role Description

The Director of Accounting & Finance is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the Finance Department. Reporting to the Chief Financial & Operations Officer, the Director leads the organization's accounting operations while supporting financial planning and organizational decision-making through accurate financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, grant accounting, financial systems, and internal controls. The Director develops staff, strengthens financial processes, and works collaboratively with organizational leadership to improve financial stewardship and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or financial management, including at least three (3) years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience leading accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Experience leading financial systems implementations, reporting enhancements, or process improvement initiatives that improve operational efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience coordinating financial statement audits.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit and/or governmental accounting principles, including fund accounting, grant management, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing grant-funded programs, including financial reporting, billing, compliance, and reimbursement activities for federal, state, foundation, and/or corporate funding sources.
• Experience supporting procurement and contract management processes, including vendor evaluation, contract review, financial analysis, budgeting, approval workflows, and ongoing financial oversight.
• Experience supporting organizational budgeting, financial planning, cash flow forecasting, treasury activities, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate financial operations, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement practical solutions that strengthen efficiency, accountability, documentation, and financial stewardship.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, and establish structure, managing information effectively, setting clear priorities within the department and the organization.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Excellent time management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically about system improvements and operational processes and workflows.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize new software, technology, and financial systems.

Requirements

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or other relevant professional certifications (Nice to Have).
• Project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving finance, operations, technology, or organizational process improvement (Nice to Have).
• Previous experience with Sage or other Financial Software; Salesforce or other CRMs; Asana or other project management software (Nice to Have).

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Generous paid time off, including more than 25 holidays annually.
• Flexible 35-hour workweek and "Rejuvenation Weeks" for focus and planning.
• Retirement plan contributions and a pre-tax 403(b) plan option.
• Main Street America fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, prioritizing balance, growth, and inclusivity for all team members.