Director of Finance

Our South East Seattle non-profit client is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial planning, operations, and strategy.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Director of Finance will play a critical role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and strengthening organizational systems. Reporting to the CFO, this leader will oversee finance strategy, collaborate across departments, and drive operational improvements to increase accountability, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead financial operations and strategy to support organizational growth and mission outcomes.

• Design and implement strategies to improve financial performance, accountability, and efficiency.

• Partner with leadership to evaluate financial impacts of operational decisions and strategic initiatives.

• Oversee risk management, compliance, and financial reporting.

• Lead cross-departmental process improvement initiatives focused on cost control and operational excellence.

• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting for leadership, staff, and stakeholders.

• Partner with IT, HR, Development, and Construction teams to streamline workflows and integrate systems (Net Suite, Paycom, Blackbaud).

• Manage, train, and mentor a team of 2 direct reports and 9 indirect reports.

• Support change management related to new systems, workflows, and policies.

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and accountability across the organization.

• Provide clear analysis, reporting, and recommendations to the CFO, leadership, and board.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, MBA, or advanced degree preferred.

• 8 years of progressive finance, operations, or project management experience; nonprofit and/or construction sector experience strongly preferred.

• Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide financial and operational improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with ERP, HR, and CRM systems—ideally Net Suite, Paycom, and Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge.

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, PMP, or similar methodology preferred.

• Strong project management skills with a record of on-time, on-budget execution.

• Excellent communicator with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated success managing and developing high-performing teams.

• Passion for mission-driven work and commitment to organizational excellence.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary range (DOE)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Professional development opportunities

• Relocation support available