Finance Director - Nonprofit; Hybrid

Maine Children's Home is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to building and strengthening families and their children, instilling hope for the future and a better quality of life. We are a collaborative team passionate about making a meaningful impact in our community. We are seeking a hands‑on Director of Finance to ensure strong financial stewardship and support our continued sustainability and growth.

The Director of Finance is responsible for managing all financial operations of the organization, with a balance of strategic oversight and day‑to‑day accounting work. This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys being actively involved in the details—especially accounts payable and expense management—while also partnering with leadership and the board on financial planning and decision‑making.

• Manage all accounting and financial operations, including month‑end and year‑end close
• Work with contracted partial controller to prepare accurate and timely financial statements and internal reports
• Present financial information to the Executive Director and Board of Directors
• Maintain internal controls appropriate for a small organization

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor budget‑to‑actual performance
• Prepare cash flow projections and financial forecasts
• Support program budgeting and financial sustainability planning

• Process and manage all accounts payable functions, including:
• Reviewing, coding, and entering vendor invoices
• Processing check and ACH payments
• Managing reimbursements and credit card expenses
• Ensure expenses are correctly allocated to programs, grants, and cost centers
• Maintain organized AP documentation and ensure timely vendor payments

• Track grant and restricted fund expenditures
• Prepare financial reports for funders as required
• Coordinate annual audit or financial review
• Assist with preparation of IRS Form 990 and other required filings

• Maintain and improve financial policies and procedures
• Oversee accounting software and financial systems (e.g., Quick Books)
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting or financial management experience
• Experience working in or with a small nonprofit organization
• Strong, hands‑on experience with accounts payable and general accounting
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP

• CPA or advanced accounting credential
• Experience with grants and restricted funds
• Familiarity with Quick Books or similar nonprofit accounting systems

• Comfortable being both strategic and hands‑on
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to explain financial information clearly to non‑financial staff and board members
• Trustworthy, ethical, and committed to the nonprofit mission
• Thrives in a small‑team, collaborative environment

Maine Children’s Home is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Waterville, ME 04901