Senior Director of Finance & Accounting Job Sanford area,Florida USA,Finance & Banking

At Ligonier Ministries, we are committed to proclaiming, teaching, and defending the holiness of God in all its fullness to as many people as possible. Faithful stewardship is essential to that mission, and we are seeking a seasoned financial leader to help guide and strengthen our work.

The Senior Director of Finance & Accounting is a key leadership role responsible for stewarding the financial health and integrity of the ministry. This individual will provide strategic oversight of all finance and accounting functions, ensuring excellence in reporting, compliance, and operational effectiveness across a complex, donor-supported organization.

As a trusted partner to executive leadership, ministry leaders, and the Board of Directors, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to long-terms planning, strengthen systems and processes, and enable wise, mission-aligned decision-making.

What You’ll Do:

Provide Strategic Financial Leadership

Serve as a senior leader overseeing all finance, accounting, and reporting functions

Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning and key decisions

Deliver clear, actionable financial insight aligned with ministry priorities

Guide Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes

Develop financial models, cash flow projections, and scenario analyses

Monitor financial performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements

Ensure Excellence in Accounting & Compliance

Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, and investments

Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit financial standards

Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial safeguards

Support Reporting & Governance

Prepare and present financial reports to leadership and Board committees

Lead external audit coordination and ensure transparency in reporting

Strengthen governance practices and accountability

Drive Systems & Process Improvement

Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiencies

Implement process improvements that increase accuracy, automation, and visibility

Lead & Develop the Team

Build, coach, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence

What You Bring:

Significant, progressive leadership experience in finance and accounting

Proven experience in nonprofit financial management

CPA strongly preferred; MBA or related advanced degree a plus

Experience working with Boards and Finance/Audit Committees

Strength in financial systems improvement and process optimization

Analytical thinking, sound judgment, and clear communication skills

Experience with international or multi-currency operations is a plus

Agreement with the Ligonier Core Statement of Faith

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

health insurance
retirement benefits
paid time off
other employee benefits

This position is for a non-profit Christian organization located in Sanford, FL. At this time, we are only able to hire individuals who are authorized to work in the United States.

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