Director of Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Finance is a key member of the senior leadership team and serves as a thought-partner to the CEO and Board of Directors team in strategic decision making and financial planning as ArtsWestchester continues to enhance its services and build capacity.

This is a hands-on role responsible for overseeing all financial management, reporting, and compliance functions for a complex, high-volume organization that administers grants to hundreds of external organizations while managing its own diverse portfolio of programs and funding streams. The Director will lead and manage a team of accounting contractors, ensuring the rigor, accuracy, and timeliness required to support both day-to-day operations and long-term organizational health.

This is a tremendous opportunity for a non-profit leader to optimize the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization with an annual operating budget of $6MM and Capital Budget of $11MM.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management

Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for the Board and all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.

Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors, accounting firm and the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; and assess any necessary changes.

Oversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the senior leadership team; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep the senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.

Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.

Manage accounts receivables and accounts payables in partnership with the accounting firm

In collaboration with the Director of People and Workplace, maintain contracts, tenant management and financial management/reporting systems; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow remain steady and support operational requirements.

Manage the full lifecycle of incoming grant contracts, from review and acceptance through compliance, monitoring, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with funder requirements and organizational policies.

Ensure appropriate policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.

Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the Board of Directors.

Manage banking relations, including treasury, investments and debt service.

Provide coverage support to Director of People and Workplace

Insurance Administration

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the organization’s insurance administration program (General Liability, D&O, Workers Compensation), including policy placement, renewals, claims management, and carrier relationships, to ensure regulatory compliance and fiscal responsibility.

Serve as primary liaison with insurers, brokers, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate coverage, risk mitigation, and cost-effective insurance solutions

Oversee claims administration processes to ensure timely resolution, accurate documentation, and minimal financial impact on the organization

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Bachelor of Arts required, MBA/MPA/CPA or related degree preferred

At least 10 years of overall professional experience; ideally5+ years of broad financial and operations management experience

The ideal candidate has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area, and has preferably overseen a human resources function previously

Ability to translate financial concepts to – and to effectively collaborate with -- programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds

A track record in grants management

Commitment to training programs that maximize individual and organization goals across the organization including best practices in human resources activities

A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making

Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment

Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of ArtsWestchester.

To apply: Submit cover letter and resume to resume@artswestchester.org with the subject line “Finance Director”

Hybrid work schedule: 4 days in office / 1 day remote

Benefits include: Health Insurance (employer pays portion of health premium); Vision/Dental options; 401k with Employer match; Life Insurance; Paid Family Leave; Paid Time Off; Parking