Job Description

Our award-winning client is seeking a Director of Accounting to join their team.A mission-driven non-profit organization in Rochester, NY seeks a highly experienced Director of Accounting to provide financial leadership and oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in non-profit finance, including experience with federal and New York State funding models, and a proven track record of successful team leadership. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting operations, including personnel and systems.
• Manage the timely preparation and distribution of all financial reports (regulatory, consolidated fiscal, quarterly, budget, monthly, and annual financial statements).
• Coordinate the independent audit and other external financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations, GAAP, and contractual requirements related to financial records and accounting systems.
• Develop financial projections and analyses to support agency decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain relationships with external parties, including regulatory agencies and funders, to resolve payment and reporting issues.
• Provide financial leadership to the organization, including monthly closing processes, financial reporting for leadership and the board, and analytical support.
• Oversee the annual operating and capital budgeting process.
• Manage the financial aspects of the adult guardianship program.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of program vouchers.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports (Accounting Manager, Contract/Voucher Manager, Client Financial Analyst).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field (required).
• Master's degree (preferred).
• CPA (preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive non-profit finance and accounting experience (required).
• 5+ years of management/director-level finance leadership experience (required).
• Experience with federal and New York State non-profit human service funding models and requirements (essential).
• Deep understanding of non-profit finance (accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, operations, reporting, and revenue cycle) (essential).
• Knowledge of GAAP (essential).
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams, projects, and multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.