Senior Director, Finance and Operations

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🏛️ District of Columbia, Washington – Remote

🏛️ District of Columbia – Remote ☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $100k - $110k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

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Society of American Foresters

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 1900

🤝 Non-profit

📚 Education

🔬 Science

Non-profit • Education • Science

Society of American Foresters is a professional non-profit organization that represents forestry professionals and advances sustainable forest management through science, education, certification, advocacy, and publications. It provides certification and continuing education (including an online learning platform), hosts conferences and events, supports career development and networking, publishes scientific journals and industry news, and runs programs and fellowships to support forest landowners and professional practice.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and Finance Committee, supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forecasting • Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term financial plans, including a rolling 5-year financial model • Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with fellow senior leaders and department directors; monitor performance and analyze variances • Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast revenue and align financial planning with organizational trends • Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll reconciliation, and financial reporting, partnering with accounting firm • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial policies to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit standards • Manage organizational cash flow, forecasting, and banking relationships • Oversee grant invoicing, federal grant compliance, and revenue recognition • Monitor investment accounts and report on performance • Provide leadership to the Director of Data and Knowledge Management to ensure alignment of data systems and reporting across the organization • Ensure integrity, accuracy, security, and accessibility of organizational data across systems • Develop and maintain dashboards and report on key organizational metrics (growth, retention, engagement, revenue, program impact) • Analyze organizational and program data to generate insights that inform strategy and improve outcomes • Align data and trends with financial forecasting and organizational planning • Evaluate and optimize systems to improve data integration, reporting, and usability across departments • Establish and maintain enterprise data governance standards, including policies for data entry, access, reporting, and knowledge management • Lead the annual financial statement audit and Single Audit, serving as the primary liaison to external auditors and the Audit Committee • Ensure timely preparation and filing of Form 990 and other required federal and state filings • Oversee submission of required reports and standard forms, including Forest Service reporting and RxDC data submissions • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies and bylaws • Lead enterprise risk management efforts, ensuring risks are identified, monitored, and mitigated • Oversee administrative operations through the Office Manager/Administrator, including facilities, insurance, vendor contracts, and office management • Ensure efficient day-to-day office operations and a high level of internal customer service • Establish and maintain contract management systems and support staff in contract review and compliance • Lead organizational process improvements and implementation of administrative systems • Oversee corporate credit card and expense management programs • Directly supervise the Office Manager/Administrator, HR Manager, and Director of Data and Knowledge Management, including goal setting, coaching, and performance management • Serve as point of contact for current financial consulting firm • Provide strategic oversight to the HR Manager and coordinate with staff responsible for IT/vendor management • Foster alignment across finance, data, and operations to ensure integrated systems and workflows • Promote a data-driven, service-oriented culture across administrative and operational functions • Provide strategic oversight of HR functions, partnering with the HR Manager on execution • Ensure effective payroll administration, benefits management, and personnel recordkeeping • Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations • Support organizational development, onboarding, and policy development • Provide strategic oversight of organizational technology and systems • Partner with internal staff responsible for IT vendor management to ensure systems meet business needs • Evaluate and recommend system improvements to enhance efficiency, integration, and data integrity • Serve as staff liaison to the Finance Committee and Audit Committee • Build strong cross-functional relationships and foster collaboration across departments • Contribute to organizational strategy and continuous improvement initiatives

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA preferred • Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance and operations, preferably within a nonprofit or association environment • Deep knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards • Demonstrated experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and audit management • Experience overseeing federal grants and compliance requirements (including Single Audit preferred) • Experience leading or partnering with data/analytics or knowledge management functions strongly preferred • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including experience with data analysis and reporting • Proven ability to translate strategy into operational and financial plans • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with executive leadership and board committees • High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information • Technical Skills Experience with financial systems such as QuickBooks Online and Bill.com • Experience with data reporting tools, dashboards, and data governance practices strongly preferred • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Vision • 20 days of PTO • 13 Paid Holidays • 3% 401(k) non-elective contribution • Short-term disability, long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance