Director of Finance at Farnham Family Services – Oswego, New York

This a Hybrid/Remote position with the ideal candidate residing within close proximity to Oswego County.

The Director of Finance works with the CFO to manage the financial operations of the agency and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This role supports the mission by overseeing accounting functions, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing leadership with the financial information needed to make informed agency decisions. The Director of Finance plays a key role in grant and contract compliance, budgeting, audit coordination, and assisting in supervising the finance team.

Requirements

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

Financial Management & Reporting

• Assist with oversight of accounting operations including accounts payable, purchasing, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Assist with financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain and improve internal control systems.
• Prepare cash flow analyses and monitor liquidity needs.
• Support and coordinate with external auditors as needed.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts.
• Lead, mentor, and support accounting team.

Grant & Contract Compliance

• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of grant and contract revenue and expenses.
• Create and review grant budgets and assist agency staff with compliance and fiscal management.
• Assist with researching potential grant opportunities and collaborate with leadership to determine organizational fit, preparing or supporting preparation of financial components for grant applications.
• Prepare financial reports for funders in accordance with grant or contract requirements.
• Work closely with the leadership teams to ensure accurate allocation of funds.

Policy, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to nonprofit financial management.
• Maintain and update financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with purchasing, reimbursement, and cost allocation policies.
• Support risk management activities related to financial and operational processes.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervise Finance Assistant(s) along with assisting with the HR Generalist in regards to the payroll system and benefits.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive financial experience, with at least 2 years in leadership capacity.
• Experience in nonprofit financial management, including fund accounting, compliance, budgeting, and audits.
• Familiarity with healthcare billing (Medicaid/Medicare), grants management, and government contracts.
• Leadership and management skills to effectively assist in leading a finance team and collaborate with other departments.
• Knowledge of financial systems and tools -Sage Intacct, RCM Billing Software, Excel Spreadsheet Advanced Level-Pivot tables/Macros/Financial Modeling, Grant management systems
• Strategic thinker with ability to connect financial data to mission impact.
• Excellent communication skills — able to convey complex financials to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven team builder who can lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing finance team.
• Strong commitment to the mission, values, and community serviced by Farnham Family Services.