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Disability Rights Ohio is a non-profit corporation with a mission to advocate for an equitable Ohio for people with disabilities

Since October 2012, Disability Rights Ohio has served as Ohio's Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system and Client Assistance Program (CAP). It is governed by a Board of Directors, primarily consisting of people with disabilities and family members of people with disabilities.

Disability Rights Ohio is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and places a high value on diversity in our workplace, including diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

We are seeking a full-time Finance Director with a commitment to our mission and core values. Reporting to the President and CEO, the Finance Director will oversee the financial operations of our non-profit organization including investments and audit activities.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A HYBRID REMOTE POSITION IN OHIO THAT REQUIRES PERIODIC IN-PERSON MEETINGS IN CENTRAL OHIO.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As the Finance Director, you will be responsible for managing the financial operations of a non-profit organization, including overseeing investments and audit functions. In collaboration with the President and CEO, you will help develop best practices for fiscal management, craft strategic plans to enhance the organization's financial health and make decisions aligned with its financial stability. Your responsibilities will include overseeing cash flow management, preparing and reviewing budgets, monitoring grant reports, and tracking key performance indicators. You will also support the development and execution of fundraising strategies, identify potential donors and sponsors, and contribute to initiatives designed to enhance revenue generation for the organization. Additionally, you will apply your expertise in risk management, federal grant oversight, and budgeting to ensure the financial sustainability of current and future programs.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know. Please only share the accommodation requested and do not share your diagnosis or medical information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/OUTPUTS:

Develop and monitor all strategic budget planning and organizational and grant budgets.
Prepare detailed financial statements and footnote disclosures in accordance with GAAP.
Develop financial policies and procedures.
Oversee cash flow management.
Track important performance indicators and analyze trends.
Monitor budgets to ensure the financial sustainability of current and future programs.
Ensure all financial operations comply with federal and state laws.
Review and interpret federal grant requirements, accounting and reporting, specifically federal grants.
Coordinate audit activities.
Oversee and/or manage payroll and benefits.
Supervise the Fiscal Manager/team to ensure smooth day-to-day transactions including:
- Day to day financial reports and accrual accounting
- Reviewing and approving fiscal reports, cash management, bank reconciliation
- Monthly financial reports
- Preparing and reviewing accounting entries
Prepare 990s for the nonprofit
Assist with fundraising and revenue generation effort, including identifying potential funding sources and supporting grant applications
Inform key stakeholders of financial status and investment plans
Present monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements to executives and board of directors
Actively participate in annual, monthly, and quarterly business and financial reviews with the nonprofit’s President and CEO
Oversee the negotiation, renewal, and management of office lease agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and budgetary constraints.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Proven work experience as a Finance Director in a non-profit organization and knowledgeable about relevant nonprofit accounting
Serve as the primary expert on all funding sources, including how they can be utilized, the plans for their allocation, and the monitoring of their expenditure.
Familiarity with the way nonprofit organizations are structured
Familiarity with federal grant management including Uniform Guidance and cost allocation
Excellent knowledge of data analysis, risk management and forecasting methods
Strong financial acumen and analytical skills and ability to explain financial terms in simple language
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills (especially regarding writing budget narratives, communicating with board members, communicating with leadership team and staff)
Strong business insight and strategic thinking/planning skills
Critical thinking with an entrepreneurial attitude to identify and resolve potential problems
Honest, ethical, and moral behavior regarding Company operations/interactions and customer confidentiality
Hands-on experience with accounting and financial management software (MIP)
Expertise in MS Excel including importing and exporting data to/from other platforms, creating and managing reports, using advanced formula features, etc.
Experience using report writing software
Capable of managing multiple deadlines routinely
Collaborative, inclusive team approach
Donor engagement/Revenue generation
Commitment to DRO’s mission statement

KEY DELIVERABLES:

Clean audit
Timely grant filings
Timely corporate filings including 990
Monthly board reports
Annual agency budget
Internal budgeting tools and reports for leadership
Financial policies and procedures

CREDENTIALS AND EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a similar field is required; Master of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or comparable accounting experience/educational background is required.
Non-profit experience is required with 7+ years of fiscal management experience or relevant work experience and 5+ years people leadership experience preferred.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Compensation for this position is $100,000-$111,000 based on experience. Full benefits are provided including Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) plan with 8% contribution and 1% match, PTO and 14 paid holidays.

LOCATION:

Position is hybrid remote IN OHIO with the required ability to attend occasional meetings in central Ohio.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PARTNERING WITH GO-HR TO FILL THIS POSITION. Any inquiries to Disability Rights Ohio (DRO) will be directed to GO-HR.

Disability Rights Ohio (DRO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment activities based on any protected class. This job description is designed to be a good representation of the job requirements but is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Employment with DRO is at-will employment; this job description does not constitute a contract of employment.