Senior Director of Finance

Company Overview
Strategic Office Solutions is a diversified nonprofit organization, assisting local, large non-profit organizations that serve communities through multiple service/business lines and programs dedicated to improving quality of life, building independence, and creating sustainable community impact. Our organization currently operates through a collaborative, mission-driven approach focused on innovation, accountability, and excellence in service delivery. Strategic Office Solutions provides management services to large non-profit organizations in the Pittsburgh area, primarily focused on healthcare, transportation, and community services as well as one for profit agency.

Job Summary
Senior Director of Finance serves as a key strategic and operational leader responsible for the financial oversight of large, complex nonprofit organizations with multiple business lines, funding streams, and program divisions. This role oversees enterprise-wide accounting operations, financial reporting, grant compliance, budgeting, audits, and internal controls while supporting organizational growth, sustainability, and mission impact.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and mission-driven finance executive with nonprofit financial management experience, strong leadership capabilities, and expertise managing diversified revenue models including government contracts, grants, fee-for-service programs, Cash Flow Forecasting and philanthropic funding.

This position partners closely with executive leadership, operational directors, and the Board of Directors to ensure financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and long-term fiscal health across all organizational entities and service lines.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Provide strategic financial leadership across multiple operating divisions, programs, and client contracts.
• Partner with executive leadership to support organizational planning, growth initiatives, and operational decision-making
• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide financial strategies, forecasts, and long-range planning models
• Monitor organizational financial performance, liquidity, and risk management initiatives
• Support mergers, acquisitions, program expansions, and new business development opportunities where applicable

Financial Operations & Oversight

• Direct all accounting and financial operations including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, treasury, and financial reporting
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee consolidated financial reporting across multiple business units/clients and funding sources
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and organizational policies

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead the organization-wide budgeting and forecasting process across all departments and program areas
• Partner with operational leaders to develop and manage departmental and client budgets
• Analyze financial trends, program performance, and cost allocations to support strategic decision-making
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and financial performance metrics for executive leadership and board reporting

Grants, Contracts & Compliance

• Oversee financial management of government grants, foundation funding, contracts, and restricted funds
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grant regulations and reporting requirements
• Monitor contract billing, indirect cost allocations, and reimbursement processes
• Collaborate with program leadership to ensure financial accountability across all funding streams

Audit, Risk & Governance

• Lead annual financial audits and coordinate all external audit activities
• Oversee preparation of IRS Form 990 and other required filings
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations, funding requirements, and internal governance standards
• Present financial reports and analysis to executive leadership, finance committees, and the Board of Directors
• Support enterprise risk management and financial compliance initiatives
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team
• Foster collaboration across finance, operations, HR, and program leadership
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, continuous improvement, and mission alignment
• Drive process improvements and modernization of financial systems and reporting capabilities
• Supervise finance and accounting staff
• Present financial reports to leadership and finance committees
• Support board meetings with budget and financial analysis
• Foster a culture of fiscal responsibility and continuous improvement

Skills

• Strategic leadership and executive presence
• Financial analysis and operational insight
• Nonprofit regulatory and grant compliance expertise
• Organizational planning and systems thinking
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• High integrity and commitment to mission-driven work

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Minimum 5 years of senior-level nonprofit finance/accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, grant compliance, and multi-entity financial management
• Strong understanding of nonprofit fund accounting and restricted funds
• Experience with financial audits, Form 990, and grant compliance
• Experience overseeing large organizational budgets and complex funding structures
• Demonstrated experience managing finance teams in a complex organizational environment
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, MBA, or related advanced credential preferred, but not required
• Experience within large human services, healthcare, education, behavioral health, transportation, automotive, housing, or community-based nonprofit organizations
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as GP Dynamics, Blackbaud, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics
• Experience supporting board finance committees and executive leadership teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive senior director level salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Professional development and continuing education support

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently located in or willing to commute to Pittsburgh?

Work Location: In person