Director of Finance

Position: Director of Finance

Location: Hybrid Utica NY

Our client Central New York Health Home Network (CNYHHN) is seeking an experienced strategic and collaborative Director of Finance to oversee the organizations day-to-day accounting and financial operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer this individual will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy maintaining strong internal controls supporting regulatory compliance and helping align financial operations with the organizations long-term strategic goals.

The ideal candidate is a proactive financial leader with a strong background in nonprofit accounting financial reporting budgeting and compliance. This individual will thrive in a collaborative environment provide leadership to the finance team and serve as a trusted resource to department leaders while supporting CNYHHNs mission of improving health outcomes throughout Central New York.

What Youll Do:

Prepare and analyze accurate monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.

Develop detailed budget-to-actual variance reports to monitor organizational and program financial performance.

Assist the Chief Financial Officer in preparing financial reports and presentations for executive leadership the Finance Committee and the Board of Directors.

Track and monitor restricted grants and government contracts to ensure compliance with funding requirements and federal regulations.

Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll in collaboration with Human Resources ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Verify payroll allocations and labor reporting comply with federal Cost and Personnel Activity Reporting (CFR) requirements.

Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes ensuring expenses and reimbursements are accurately coded by grant and department.

Supervise mentor and support finance and accounting staff while fostering professional development.

Partner with department leaders to provide guidance on budgets financial reporting and allowable grant expenditures.

Assist with cash flow forecasting and indirect cost rate calculations.

Lead preparation for annual financial and Single Audits including reconciliations schedules and serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.

Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.

Ensure compliance with federal state and local nonprofit regulations including IRS Form 990 documentation and CFR requirements.

Participate in organizational meetings committees trainings and other cross-functional initiatives.

What Were Looking For:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.

35 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience; nonprofit experience preferred.

Experience with financial reporting budgeting payroll audits and grant accounting.

Proficiency with Sage Intacct (or similar accounting software) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Strong analytical organizational leadership and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy integrity and regulatory compliance.

Valid New York State drivers license reliable transportation and ability to travel as needed.

Work Schedule:

Full-time 40 hours per week.

Monday through Friday typically 8:00 AM4:00 PM with a flexible schedule.

Hybrid work environment with in-office attendance only 3 days a week once training is completed.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance

Competitive retirement plan with a match

Generous paid time off and paid major holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Life insurance and pet insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Salary: $80000 - $90000 annually

M3 Placement and Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other status protected by law.