Finance Director

ABOUT CARPENTER’S SHELTER:

Since 1988, Carpenter’s Shelter has met the immediate needs of people experiencing homelessness in the City of Alexandria. Through the operation of emergency shelter, day shelter, and winter shelter as well as rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing programs, Carpenter’s Shelter identifies housing solutions to support sustainable independence for more than 900 individuals and families each year.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Finance Director is responsible for the strategic oversight and management of all finance, accounting, and financial reporting activities for Carpenter’s Shelter. This role oversees financial operations for an approximately $5 million organizational budget, including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and grants-related fiscal management.

The Finance Director serves as a strategic partner to the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams, providing financial analysis, forecasting, and decision-support to guide organizational sustainability and growth.

This position ensures that the organization maintains strong internal controls, financial policies, and compliance systems to support successful audits and minimize findings.

The Finance Director collaborates closely with program leadership to ensure financial systems support effective program operations and funding compliance and provides support to the Board of Directors’ finance and audit committees.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain all financial accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the integrity of financial systems, including the development and implementation of internal controls, policies, and procedures that safeguard organizational assets.
• Oversee and supervise finance staff and ensure appropriate delegation of the day-to-day accounting functions, including transaction processing and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper processing of financial transactions, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll, through effective systems and staff oversight.
• Oversee all financial accounting, including program budgets and grants; ensure expenditure aligns with funding requirements and approved budgets.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements, including HUD, DHCD, Uniform Guidance (2CFR Part 200), and other applicable regulations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including analysis of spending trends and budget variances.
• Manage organizational cash flow forecasting in partnership with program leadership.
• Develop financial projections and scenario planning models to support strategic decision-making and organizational growth.
• Lead the annual budget process; monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinate and support all financial audit activities; serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and ensure timely and accurate audit preparation and response.
• Support the Executive Director and Board finance and audit committees with financial reporting, insights, and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and performance metrics to monitor organizational and program-level financial health and efficiency.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies to strengthen organizational sustainability and compliance.
• Adhere to Carpenter’s Shelter's Code of Ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance or related field required; Master’s degree or CPA is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including experience in non-profit fiscal management and leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing complex budgets of $5 million or more.
• Demonstrated experience in fund accounting, cost allocation, restricted funds tracking, and grants management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit audit standards, and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Familiarity with government and foundation funders, including HUD, local and state agencies.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise finance teams while fostering accountability, professional development, and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and financial reporting tools (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or similar platforms)
• Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and commitment to Carpenter’s Shelter’s mission.
• Valid identification and ability to complete a background check.

PREFERRED:

• Experience as a senior finance leader in a nonprofit organization with housing, human services, or federally funded programs.
• Experience with capital campaigns, real estate asset management, or investment management for nonprofits.
• Direct personal connection to homelessness.

SALARY: $105,000-115,000 commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b), paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and holidays.

ADA STATEMENT: Carpenter’s Shelter will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Carpenter’s Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, gender, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Successful candidates must be committed to working with a culturally diverse population.

PLEASE SEND A COVER LETTER AND RESUME BY APRIL 22, 2026. THE SELECTED APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO COMMENCE EMPLOYMENT NO LATER THAN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE JOB OFFER HAS BEEN MADE.

Paid time off, sick leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Health Savings Account (HSA)

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