Position: Senior Director of Finance
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Categorization: Hybrid In-Person
Status: Full-time Exempt
Start Date: November 2025
The Organization
Since 2003, The Opportunity Network (OppNet) has ignited the drive, curiosity, and agency of students from under-resourced communities, who are first-generation college students on their paths to and through college and into thriving careers. This year, OppNet will reach more than 10,000 students of color nationwide to support them in achieving their college and career goals.
All of the work OppNet leads is in service of realizing our vision of a nation connected through vibrant communities and networks actively in pursuit of a nation where all young people can freely create their path to enduring success that honors their passions, ambitions, and full identities.
The Job
The Opportunity Network seeks a Senior Director of Finance to oversee all financial management, including accounting duties, and to advise and steward the organization on areas of financial health and sustainability. This position will develop processes and protocols for all finance-related transactions. The Senior Director of Finance will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing all aspects of internal and external financial reporting, as well as the full scope of budgets and internal system reports. This position will lead in maintaining a culture of compliance, ethics, and integrity, while maintaining strong internal controls and complying with GAAP and other professional standards.
The Senior Director of Finance will report to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and be a strategic thought partner to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Development Officer (CDO). The successful candidate will be a hands-on and participative manager who will lead and develop the Finance team to support finance, business planning, budgeting, and administration. In addition, they will collaborate cross-functionally with teams, with emphasis on Operations, People and Culture, and Development. The Senior Director of Finance will directly supervise the Assistant Director of Finance and Grants Administration.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and mission-driven finance leader with extensive experience overseeing financial management, budgeting, and compliance for nonprofit organizations. They must have a proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional teams, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring transparency for stakeholders, funders, and boards of directors.
Their expertise would include: designing and executing financial plans that support program growth and long-term sustainability; reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and advising leadership on financial trends and risks; implementing strong internal controls, overseeing audits, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit regulatory standards; and partnering with executive leadership and boards to translate financial insights into strategic decisions; mentoring finance teams to build capacity and efficiency.
What You Will Be Doing
Financial Management (60%)
The Senior Director of Finance will maintain knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and statutory accounting principles, and stay current with changes in accounting regulations for reporting and compliance. The SDF will collaborate with the CEO, the Enterprise Leadership team, and the board to ensure effective financial management across departments.
Cross-Departmental Consultation and Leadership (25%)
Operations
People & Culture
Development
Organizational Learning, Development, and Program Reflection (15%):
Who we are looking for
Requirements to Work for OppNet
Salary and Benefits
We take a thoughtful and deliberate approach to generating salary offers that take into account previous work experience, the role you’re entering into, and fairness within OppNet. Fairness is important to us and it is critical that our compensation approach ensures fairness across the organization. Hence, we make every effort to make our first offer our best offer because we want to demonstrate that we value you and your work from day one.
The hiring salary range for this role is $108,896 – $123,000 and will be commensurate with experience.
At OppNet, eligible employees can enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage (health, dental, and vision), an HRA, Flexible Spending Account, family leave (up to 100% coverage for twelve weeks), life insurance, and retirement benefits. Full-time employees can participate in our 403(b) retirement benefit program. Additionally, we offer generous time off from work (through a combination of vacation, sick, and holidays).
Application Instructions
Please use this link to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your professional background and experience relate specifically to the responsibilities and qualifications listed above, salary requirements, and earliest available start date.
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Do you meet some but not all of our qualifications? OppNet is an equal-opportunity employer. Even if you may not meet every qualification listed, we strongly encourage you to apply without hesitation. If you believe in our organization's mission and feel confident in your potential to excel at OppNet, we warmly welcome your application. Our commitment lies in considering a wide range of candidates, and valuing various workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to the non-profit sector, returning to work after a break, considering a career change, or taking the next step in your professional journey, we are excited to hear from you! We recognize that multifarious teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
Position: Senior Director of Finance
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Categorization: Hybrid In-Person
Status: Full-time Exempt
Start Date: November 2025
The Organization
Since 2003, The Opportunity Network (OppNet) has ignited the drive, curiosity, and agency of students from under-resourced communities, who are first-generation college students on their paths to and through college and into thriving careers. This year, OppNet will reach more than 10,000 students of color nationwide to support them in achieving their college and career goals.
All of the work OppNet leads is in service of realizing our vision of a nation connected through vibrant communities and networks actively in pursuit of a nation where all young people can freely create their path to enduring success that honors their passions, ambitions, and full identities.
The Job
The Opportunity Network seeks a Senior Director of Finance to oversee all…
Medical benefits, Dental benefits, Vision benefits, Commuter benefits, and more.
Medical benefits, Dental benefits, Vision benefits, Commuter benefits, and more.
Budgeting and forecasting
Fiscal reporting
Presenting financials to the board
Budgeting and forecasting
Fiscal reporting
Presenting financials to the board
Please use this link to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your professional background and experience relate specifically to the responsibilities and qualifications listed above, salary requirements, and earliest available start date.
Please use this link to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your professional background and experience relate specifically to the responsibilities and…