Strategic Finance & Operations Director; Nonprofit

STEP2 provides gender-specific long-term treatment services for substance use disorders, domestic violence intervention and education, and trauma services.

Mission:
To break the cycle of addiction and violence in families—by empowering women to build and maintain a clean and sober life.

Vision:
To foster the kind of change in women that saves lives and restores families.

The Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides executive-level leadership over the fiscal and administrative operations of STEP
2. This position is responsible for the full spectrum of financial management to include accounting, budgeting, grant writing and billing, payroll, licensure compliance, and audit coordination, as well as the administrative and human resources functions necessary to sustain a high-performing, compliant nonprofit organization. The DFA serves as a key strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer and provides regular financial reporting and analysis to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.

• Provide fiscal management for all programs in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and nonprofit fund accounting standards.
• Maintain an accurate general ledger of all cash disbursements and deposits.
• Oversee all payroll functions, including maintenance of accurate tax records, processing employee pay, and ensuring timely payment of all employment-related taxes.
• Prepare and monitor the annual organizational budget in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and reimbursement requests as required by funding sources.
• Review and ensure accuracy of grant billing submissions, including reviewing documentation for compliance with funder requirements prior to submission.
• Ensure monthly transactions are posted promptly and accurately.
• Collect and document all service fees in conjunction with the Accounting Manager; submit monthly reports to the Chief Executive Officer for review.
• Verify irregular direct expenses with appropriate STEP2 personnel before issuing payment.
• Maintain accurate records of all STEP2 checking, savings, and investment accounts.
• Coordinate fiscal risk management activities in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer.
• Coordinate the annual independent audit of STEP2, including preparation of all audit schedules and work papers.
• Provide financial support to agency fundraising activities, including event accounting and donor acknowledgment records.

• Prepare financial reports for review and approval by the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
• Present financial information clearly to board members and respond to questions on fiscal matters.
• Provide the Finance Committee with timely, accurate information to support the organization's fiduciary responsibilities.

• Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer on grant financial management, including budget development, drawdown requests, and fiscal reporting.
• Monitor grant expenditures against approved budgets; flag variances and provide recommendations.
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications, including development of program budgets and budget narratives.
• Maintain financial compliance with all local, state, federal, foundation, and private funding sources.
• Assure the filing of all required financial and regulatory documents and monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Oversee human resources functions including recruitment support, onboarding, benefits administration, and maintenance of personnel files in compliance with applicable law.
• Ensure job descriptions are current and compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs; conduct market comparisons and present recommendations to the CEO as appropriate.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures in the STEP2 Employee Handbook.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits enrollment, changes, and questions.
• Oversee all federal, state, and local licensing,…