Director of Finance and IT

The Director of Finance provides executive leadership for both the Finance and Information Technology functions, ensuring the organization’s financial health, compliance, and information security while enabling mission-critical operations. This role sets strategic direction, drives cross-functional collaboration, strengthens internal controls, and partners with program teams to support sustainable growth and high-quality service delivery. The Director oversees the Finance Department and the IT Department, ensuring integrated planning and execution across financial and technology domains through Goodwill of Central Iowa’s (GCI) values of love, kindness, and respect.

• Oversee all accounting operations (accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, general ledger, fixed assets) and cash management oversight. Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls and accounting policies in alignment with current best practices; support risk management and audit readiness.
• Lead grant and contract accounting, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and accurate reporting of expenditures; collaborate with program and development teams on funder reports.
• Direct annual financial audits, partner with external auditors, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting, financial modeling, cash management, and variance analysis to inform strategic planning and management decisions.
• Coordinate the preparation and filing of annual tax returns, partner with external tax accountants (e.g., IRS Form 990) and other required filings.
• Lead the implementation, integration, and ongoing maintenance of financial software systems; identify opportunities for automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide oversight of information technology strategy and operations, including systems, software, hardware, cybersecurity, vendor relationships, service delivery, and technology-related projects.
• Ensure a high level of customer service across the organization and continuity of technology-enabled operations; develop and maintain a technology roadmap aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee IT budget, governance, and resource planning; point-of-sale, inventory management, reporting, CRM/ERP systems, and other technology needs as appropriate.
• Oversee cybersecurity best practices, business continuity planning, and technology/finance disaster recovery; ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, security, and organizational requirements.
• Lead the documentation, lifecycle management, licensing, and asset tracking of technology to support reliable operations and risk management.

• Directly supervise the IT Services Manager and Assistant Controller , with accountability for staff development, performance management, and succession planning. Oversee both the Finance and IT departments.
• Foster a culture of collaboration between Finance and IT, aligning financial and technology initiatives with the GCI’s mission and strategic plan.
• Develop and mentor staff across both departments, promoting professional development, performance accountability, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with the Leadership Team, funders, and external vendors and partners; translate complex financial and IT concepts into actionable data and reporting for non-financial stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with grant and funder requirements, external reporting standards, and applicable regulatory compliance.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required, such as Accounting/Finance or Business Administration. A master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, or related IT certifications) are highly desirable.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 10 years demonstrated leadership experience and knowledge in finance and information technology, with a track record of integrating financial leadership and IT governance.
• Experience with financial audits, budget management, tax filings, and financial software implementation.
• IT
  
  Experience:
  
  Background in IT leadership, cybersecurity fundamentals, artificial intelligence tools, ERP/IT systems, vendor management, data management, and project delivery.
• Strategic thinking; advanced financial, technology, and data analysis; strong communication and…