Director of Finance

The Director of Finance oversees the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department while supporting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in ensuring the financial integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency of The Kennedy Collective. Working collaboratively with organizational leadership, department managers, auditors, funding agencies, and external partners, this position provides oversight of accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, payroll coordination, grant and contract compliance, and internal controls.

The Director of Finance ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), applicable federal and state regulations, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements, Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) requirements, Medicaid requirements, grant and contract obligations, and organizational policies while promoting sound fiscal stewardship, operational efficiency, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement in support of The Kennedy Collective's mission and long-term financial sustainability.

• Financial Strategy & Stewardship:
  Provides strategic financial leadership by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, cash management, and resource allocation to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organization.
• Leadership & Talent Development:
  Leads, develops, coaches, and mentors Finance Department staff while fostering accountability, collaboration, employee engagement, succession planning, and a high-performing team culture.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  Oversees the preparation, analysis, and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements, operational reports, budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators to support executive decision-making.
• Compliance, Internal Controls &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal and state regulations, grant and contract requirements, Medicaid requirements, audit standards, organizational policies, and internal control practices while proactively identifying and mitigating financial risks.
• Operational & Fiscal Management:
  Oversees daily finance operations, including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, treasury functions, budgeting, audits, and financial systems while promoting operational efficiency, fiscal stewardship, and continuous process improvement.
• Professionalism, Ethics & Continuous Improvement:
  Demonstrates integrity, accountability, ethical leadership, sound judgment, and professionalism while driving continuous improvement, strengthening financial processes, supporting organizational change, and advancing The Kennedy Collective's mission, values, and strategic priorities.

Financial Leadership & Operations

• Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and supervision to Finance Department staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Finance Department, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, cash management, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve financial processes, workflows, and internal controls to promote operational efficiency and financial integrity.
• Monitor organizational cash flow, banking relationships, investments, and financial resources to ensure effective fiscal management.
• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and organizational leadership to support strategic financial planning, operational decision-making, and organizational priorities.
• Coordinate the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and other financial analyses to support executive leadership and Board reporting.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the annual operating and capital budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Monitor departmental and organizational financial performance, analyze budget variances, and recommend corrective actions as appropriate.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end close processes in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements, applicable Medicaid regulations, Connecticut DDS requirements, federal and state laws, grant and contract requirements, organizational policies, and other financial reporting obligations.
• Coordinate the annual financial audit, Single Audit (when applicable), tax filings, cost reports, and other required financial reviews while serving as the primary liaison with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and funding entities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls, financial policies, and…