Senior Director of Finance

Position

Senior Director of Finance

Finance

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Hybrid In-Person

Full-time Exempt

February 2026

Since 2003, The Opportunity Network (Opp Net) has ignited the drive, curiosity, and agency of students from under-resourced communities, who are first-generation college students on their paths to and through college and into thriving careers. This year, Opp Net will reach more than 10,000 students of color nationwide to support them in achieving their college and career goals.

All of the work Opp Net leads is in service of realizing our vision of a nation connected through vibrant communities and networks actively in pursuit of a nation where all young people can freely create their path to enduring success that honors their passions, ambitions, and full identities.

The Opportunity Network seeks a Senior Director of Finance to oversee all financial management, including accounting duties, and to advise and steward the organization on areas of financial health and sustainability. This position will develop processes and protocols for all finance-related transactions. The Senior Director of Finance will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing all aspects of internal and external financial reporting, as well as the full scope of budgets and internal system reports.

This position will lead in maintaining a culture of compliance, ethics, and integrity, while maintaining strong internal controls and complying with GAAP and other professional standards.

The Senior Director of Finance will report to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and be a strategic thought partner to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Development Officer (CDO). The successful candidate will be a hands‑on and participative manager who will lead and develop the Finance team to support finance, business planning, budgeting, and administration. In addition, they will collaborate cross‑functionally with teams, with emphasis on Operations, People and Culture, and Development.

The Senior Director of Finance will directly supervise the Assistant Director of Finance and Grants Administration.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and mission‑driven finance leader with extensive experience overseeing financial management, budgeting, and compliance for nonprofit organizations. They must have a proven track record in collaborating with cross‑functional teams, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring transparency for stakeholders, funders, and boards of directors.

Their expertise would include designing and executing financial plans that support program growth and long‑term sustainability; reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and advising leadership on financial trends and risks; implementing strong internal controls, overseeing audits, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit regulatory standards; and partnering with executive leadership and boards to translate financial insights into strategic decisions;

mentoring finance teams to build capacity and efficiency.

The Senior Director of Finance will maintain knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and statutory accounting principles, and stay current with changes in accounting regulations for reporting and compliance. The SDF will collaborate with the CEO, the Enterprise Leadership team, and the board to ensure effective financial management across departments.

Analyze and present financial reports accurately and on time; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; and oversee all financial, project / program, and grants accounting.

Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors, and assess any necessary changes.

Oversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with budgeting managers; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep the Enterprise Leadership Team (ELT) abreast of the organization’s…