DIRECTOR OF FINANCE at FellowshipLife Inc – Basking Ridge, New Jersey

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to provide strategic and operational financial leadership for a nonprofit Life Plan Community (CCRC). This role is a key partner to executive leadership, ensuring strong financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability in support of our mission and commitment to high-quality resident care.

This is an opportunity for a collaborative, mission-driven finance leader who enjoys working across operations, operational teams, and leadership to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

This role is responsible for recording, reconciling, and reporting on the company's financial transactions:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of all financial transactions.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial statement integrity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure all financial reporting complies with GAAP, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits.
• Record, monitor and reconcile all liability accounts, including accounts payable, accrued expenses, accrued payroll and related debt, loans and leases, and other financial obligations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure proper classification and disclosures.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements
• Prepare detailed analyses and reports for internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Analyze trends in all assets, liability, income and expense (ALIE) categories and provide insights and recommendations to management related to operational observations and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize the management of ALIE.
• Assist in cash flow forecasting and management, focusing on liability related cash outflows and entrance fee related cash inflows
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and company accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the financial management and accounting functions.
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy in fiscal management.
• Participate in system upgrades and the improvement and/or implementation of accounting software and tools.
• Work closely with accounts payable, cash management accountant, and other finance teams to ensure cohesive financial operations.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by coordinating providing liability-related data and insights.
• Assist in special projects and ad-hoc analyses as required by management.

Collaboration & Mission Support

• Partner closely with operational, clinical, and resident services leaders to support continuity of care and organizational goals.
• Provide financial guidance to department leaders to promote accountability and cost-effective operations.
• Foster transparency, shared ownership, and financial literacy across the organization.
• This position will make periodic travel to affiliate campuses for meetings with on-site management.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA Required, MBA, MHA, or similar advanced degree, a plus.
• 7–10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Background in nonprofit, senior living, healthcare, or other regulated environments strongly preferred.

Skills & Strengths:

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, audits, and internal controls.
• Ability to balance mission-driven priorities with fiscal responsibility.
• Strategic, analytical thinker who can translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• Collaborative leader with strong communication skills and the ability to influence across teams.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills required).

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven organization focused on resident-centered care
• Visible leadership role with executive and board-level engagement
• Opportunity to shape long-term financial sustainability
• Collaborative, values based and hospitality-driven culture