Finance Director (Contract-to-Hire)

<p>Description</p><p>Habitat for Humanity of Durham is seeking <strong>Interim Finance Director</strong> for a <strong>long term contract-to-hire</strong> role to lead our <strong>Finance team</strong> which includes financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, analysis, audit preparation, and mortgage origination management, and more.</p><p><br/></p><p>The Finance Director will collaborate across construction, homeowner services, and development to provide insightful financial guidance that supports decision-making and long-term planning.</p><p><br/></p><p>The Finance Director will also bring expertise in financial management software, specifically QuickBooks, to ensure effective and efficient financial operations.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and analysis for various affiliate departments, providing actionable insights for decision-making.</li><li>Lead the annual budget process, working closely with affiliate departments to develop departmental budgets and ensure alignment with overall organizational goals.</li><li>Understanding avenues of lending, non-profit funding, grants, leveraging of assets, financial forecasting, and capital funding.</li><li>Successfully implement non-profit accounting principles across the organization.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and footnote disclosures for external auditors, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Supervise the Accounting Assistant for efficient operations.</li><li>Manage General Liability and Workers’ Compensation insurance, including compliance and audit processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Reconcile mortgages monthly with a third-party administrator to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with the Homeowner Services Department and third-party administrator to provide accurate mortgage payoff information to homeowners.</li><li>Assist the Construction Department with detailed reporting and analysis of construction costs, supporting strategic planning and budgeting.</li><li>Track the organization’s asset valuation on a bi-annual basis.</li><li>Maintain overview of process to reconcile donations with the Development Department to ensure transparency and accuracy in financial records.</li><li>Prepare financial schedules for the 990 tax return, ensuring all required financial information is accurately reported.</li><li>Oversee all Accounts Payable functions, supervising the accounts payable process.</li><li>Prepare a monthly snapshot for the Finance Committee, summarizing key financial metrics and performance indicators.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis on a variety of subjects to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.</li><li>Assist the President in the preparation of the Private Placement Memorandum for any upcoming financial initiatives.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field with non-profit GAAP experience. CPA or CFA preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>5 Years or more of experience in managing financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex financial processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills.</li><li>Experience with QuickBooks is essential for efficient financial management and reporting.</li><li>Excellent understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and auditing standards.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.</li></ul>