Senior Director of Finance and Operations

Jan 26

Heartland Fund
Remote

Anticipated Start Date: February 25

Description

Heartland Fund is seeking an experienced financial leader to be its first Senior Director of Finance and Operations (SDFO). For a thoughtful, mission-driven professional, this senior leadership position combines strategic vision and analysis with the hands-on development and management of financial and operational functions for a growing funding collaborative. The SDFO will be the organization’s senior financial leader who sits on the senior leadership team and is a strategic partner to the Executive Director and Deputy Director. This is an exciting opportunity to build and oversee the Finance and Operations functions for the Heartland Fund as well as its affiliated 501c4, Rural Victory Fund, as these entities grow.

The SDFO will lead and manage an expanding finance and operations team, currently 2 staff and adding 2 more within the next year. The SDFO will be the steward of our resources and the architect of the systems that make our work possible – from ensuring strong fiscal health to supporting a nationally dispersed team to do their best work. You will have an opportunity to help us shape and expand this new senior leadership role and enable historic, equitable investment in rural communities, democracy, and climate solutions. This is a unique and dynamic position with opportunities for leadership, growth, and impact.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director of Finance and Operations (SDFO) will report to the Deputy Director. They will collaborate with the full senior Leadership team, and across the organization, to steward the financial and operational health of the growing organization. The SDFO will lead the growing finance and operations team, which includes staff members and contracted support.

Financial Management & Planning

Lead the organization's financial strategy, planning, and analysis to drive sustainable growth and steward its rural mission. Establish and steward operating reserves and resource-allocation strategies for organizational resilience.
Lead and oversee multi-year budgeting, monitoring and forecasting to ensure accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
Partner with the Leadership Team to align financial planning with strategic goals. Develop and share financial reports with internal leadership as well as Board and Board committees.
Manage cash flow and oversee bank and investment relationships. Implement and monitor fiscal policies and internal controls to safeguard assets and mitigate risks. Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to Leadership Team peers.

Accounting & Compliance

Oversee all accounting operations for accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity in compliance with GAAP and IRS requirements.
Develop and maintain an accounting system including integrations to other systems (i.e. CRM, GMS), and Chart of Accounts.
Partner with the Leadership Team and collaborate across the organization to develop and track revenue goals, oversee grant compliance, and financial reporting to funders. Oversee the annual audit process and required tax filings.

Operational Systems & Organizational Infrastructure

Oversee PEO, total compensation and benefits, and payroll functions with the support of team members and contractors.
With support from Operations staff, oversee technology systems and data management, ensuring the team is supported with high quality, accessible technology and data tools and strong digital and data security.
Oversee operations for in-person convenings and events, including vendor relationships, contracts, and logistics.
Oversee the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, continually refining internal systems and processes that support effective, values-aligned collaboration with grantee and funder partners.
Responsible for risk management, including maintaining appropriate business insurance and oversight of contracts.

Team Leadership & Development

Build, manage, and mentor the Finance & Operations team; foster a culture of stewardship, learning, and shared purpose.
Manage and oversee high-level Finance, HR, and IT consultants to ensure optimal results that complement and augment Heartland Fund staff.
Equip staff with nonprofit financial literacy, tools, and confidence to be responsible stewards of resources. Help steer and ensure the overall cultural and financial health of the organization.
Contribute as a Senior Leadership Team member and to overall organizational strategy.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will combine senior level finance and operations experience with a passion for rural communities, environmental and economic justice, and a thriving democracy. They will bring exceptional financial management skills, strong organizational talents, and systems building experience to help us effectively partner with our grantees and funders.

Heartland Fund’s growing team takes pride in building an organizational culture rooted in learning, collaboration, racial justice, and a deep commitment to our mission. All staff are expected to provide leadership and vision to advance our mission, vision, and core strategies.

Qualifications

We realize that some great candidates may not have every single thing on this list. If you believe you would be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Essential

At least 8-10 years of relevant work experience in nonprofit finance, accounting, and operations including:

Stewardship of restricted/unrestricted funds and grant compliance with timely, accurate reporting.
Managing financial and operations staff, contractors, and/or teams. Multi-year forecasting and budgeting. Experience overseeing audits and tax filings.
Experience with compliance and risk management, especially in 501c3 and 501c4 nonprofit entities. Experience overseeing payroll and benefits in a PEO or HRIS. Strong commitment to racial justice and fluency with equity practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong team, organizational, and project management skills and attention to detail. Values learning and continuous growth.
Strong technology skills and ability to quickly learn a range of platforms such as Sage Intacct, RAMP, Donor Perfect, Fluxx, Airtable, Monday, Slack, and Google Suite.

Desired

Experience living and/or working in rural America. Experience with finances and operations for funder collaboratives, grantmaking intermediaries, and/or other multi-entity organizations MBA and/or CPA Advanced proficiency with financial systems and business intelligence tools and experience building finance infrastructure.

Demonstrated experience working effectively with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and perspectives:

Appreciation of the diverse cultural traditions of rural people and places.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Comfort working with a range of individuals in nonprofit organizations, government, foundations, and private sectors.

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

This is a remote position with a salary range of $170,000 to $200,000 and includes a generous benefits package.

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