Director of Finance and Administration

About Us

Orr Group is a strategic partner to nonprofit organizations helping them solve some of the worlds most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model we go beyond traditional consulting - providing hands-on leadership expertise and execution to drive transformative fundraising and organizational growth. For over 30 years we have collaborated with mission-driven organizations to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies grow revenue and build capacity to ensure long-term success. Our work spans campaign management major gifts strategy board development planned giving talent management and beyond. We remain nimble forward-thinking and results-driven helping our clients navigate an ever-evolving philanthropic landscape.

Position Summary

Orr Group is seeking a Director Finance & Administration to join our team at a pivotal time of growth. Reporting to the COO the Director will lead the financial management of the firm while overseeing HR administrative functions. This role ensures that Orr Groups finances HR and operations are structured compliant and positioned to advance organizational strategy.

The Director will manage accounting reporting and compliance functions; supervise the Associate Director of Human Resources; and collaborate with executive leadership to ensure both financial and people operations support the firms long-term goals. This role requires a leader who is equally comfortable running financial systems and processes as they are guiding HR and people operations.

Responsibilities

FINANCE

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day financial operations including accounts receivable/payable invoicing reconciliations expenses and bookkeeping.
• Manage tax audit insurance compliance and financial reporting requirements.
• Serve as administrator for financial systems.
• Elevate financial issues and discrepancies to executive leadership with analysis and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate forecasts support budget development and monitor variances.
• Manage relationships with banks auditors vendors and insurance providers.
• Provide executives with insights into organizational finances to inform decision-making.
• Partner with external family office representatives on select financial and administrative matters maintaining discretion and alignment with organizational needs.

HR

• Translate executive priorities into HR policies systems and processes with support from the Associate Director of HR and the COO.
• Partner with the COO to ensure HR and finance decisions align with organizational strategy.
• Supervise and develop the Associate Director of HR ensuring effective execution of HR operations and administration.
• Produce HR reporting and analytics to support workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 10 years of professional experience in finance administration or operations.
• Bachelors degree in Business Finance Accounting or related field (CPA or accounting background preferred).
• Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment a plus.
• Experience working with or supporting a family-owned or closely held business is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles compliance requirements and HR best practices.
• Knowledge of accounting principles compliance requirements and relevant regulations.
• Skilled in budgeting forecasting and financial analysis.
• Proficiency with financial and HR systems (Unanet Paylocity Salesforce familiarity preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills able to translate financial and operational concepts for non-specialist audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• High integrity professionalism and a collaborative spirit.

Additional Information

Location

Orr Group offices are located in Washington DC and New York City. Candidates must be based in either metropolitan area.

Salary Range

The base salary for this role starts at $140000 with an annual bonus potential of up to $25000.

Benefits

The comprehensive benefits package includes health dental and vision plans a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match paid holidays and generous paid time off.

Orr Group Careers

At Orr Group we recognize that diversity strengthens our impact. We actively seek team members from diverse backgrounds perspectives and lived experiences to better serve our clients and the communities they support. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive contribute and grow.

Our goal is to attract develop and retain exceptional people and create a work environment that is dynamic rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. We are deeply committed to providing advancement opportunities mentorship and the resources you need to explore your talents and aspirations. At Orr Group we believe in investing in our employees growth whether through ongoing professional development exposure to a wide range of high-impact projects or the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across all levels.

Working at Orr Group means being part of a passionate supportive and team-oriented environment. Youll work alongside bright humble and friendly colleagues who are as dedicated to achieving exceptional results as they are to fostering a positive collaborative atmosphere. While our work can be challenging and high-pressure it is also incredibly rewarding. We are driven by a shared mission to solve some of the worlds greatest challenges and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a diverse and dynamic team.

Orr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.