Director of Finance

We are looking for a strategic finance leader to oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial reporting, and support sound decision-making across the organization in Dallas, Texas. This role combines hands-on leadership with big-picture planning, guiding core accounting functions while helping senior leaders and board stakeholders understand financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to compliance, and a commitment to building efficient processes and a high-performing team.

Responsibilities:
• Lead daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, payroll, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Direct month-end and year-end close activities, producing reliable financial statements on schedule.
• Maintain a strong control environment and ensure accounting practices align with organizational policies and nonprofit reporting standards.
• Coordinate annual audit readiness, manage auditor requests, and support a smooth external audit process.
• Oversee preparation of required tax and regulatory filings, including 1099 reporting and annual Form 990 submissions in partnership with outside advisors.
• Guide the annual budgeting cycle with finance leadership and department heads, while supporting forecasting and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and presentation materials for executive leadership, committees, and the board, highlighting trends, risks, and performance drivers.
• Manage financial systems and reporting workflows, improve accounting procedures, and implement process enhancements that increase efficiency and transparency.
• Supervise and develop accounting team members through goal setting, coaching, and performance feedback while fostering a collaborative work environment.