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Job Title


Finance Director


Company : Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts


Location : New Haven, CT


Created : 2025-09-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewReporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Director will be responsible for the financial management of the organization, assist in financial planning for RMHC CTMA, manage third-party accounting vendors, and the RMHC CTMA 403 (B) program. While overseeing day-to-day fiscal operations and benefit packages, the Finance Director will work closely with other senior leaders, staff, and the finance committee in support of the organization’s mission. The Finance Director will be responsible for the overall financial management of RMHC CTMA.Roles and ResponsibilitiesFinanceManage the relationship with the third-party finance consultants.Direct and assume responsibility for RMHC CTMA’s accounting practices and maintain accurate financial records, preparing timely financial reports using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).Hands-on responsibilities for all aspects of the financial operations, including AR, AP, bank reconciliations and cash management.Manage the annual budget process.Analyze organization, departmental and program expenses and revenue.Prepare analysis of financial statements, variance and cash flow and other reports as requested by the CEO and Finance Committee.Oversees cash flow management.Present financials at Finance Committee meetings.Keep the CEO and Finance Committee informed by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, preparing and submitting reports, answering questions, and responding to requests.Prepare grant budgets and financial reports for foundations, corporations and private anize and lead the annual auditing process. Serve as the liaison with outside auditor and provide year end schedules and documents requested by auditor.Review draft audited financial statements and draft form 990 to ensure accuracy prior to finalization and timely submission by outside auditor.Responsible for all state and federal annual nonprofit tax filings.Reconcile donations with development database.Serve as the liaison with the investment advisor for RMHC CTMA investment accounts and the RMHC CTMA Investment Committee.Responsible for weekly bill pay through including accurate coding to the general ledger.Maintain Credit Card allocating staff expenses to GL.Responsible for all RMHC Global financial reporting.AdministrationImplement and manage of RMHC CTMA organization Medicaid reimbursement.Lead and take responsibility for annual group health insurance and provide employees with individual cost comparison of provided plans.Manage RMHC CTMA insurance policies; liaison with insurance agent, review annual coverage and cost.Responsible for annual payroll and workers compensation audit.Serve as liaison with all 403 (B) plan advisors, custodian and record keeping.Prepare and submit bi-weekly payroll retirement reports.Review annual 403 (B) compliance.Responsible for distribution of all required materials per ERSIA.The position description does not include a list of all responsibilities. Additional duties that are consistent with this role's responsibility level may be assigned.Serve as an RMHC CTMA ambassador, communicating the organization's mission, vision, and values.Perform other duties as assigned.Occasional nights and weekends are required.QualificationsProven expertise in finance and accounting for 5 to 7 years.Three plus years of nonprofit organization experience.Bachelor’s degree (ideally with a CPA, MBA or related degree).Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, budgeting, reporting audits and 990 tax returns.Proficiency with financial management, payment processing systems, Excel programming, Microsoft Office Experience and QuickBooks are highly desirable.Exceptional analytic, organization and problem-solving skills, multi-tasking ability and meticulous attention to detail.Affinity for financial analysis and interpretive reporting.Ability to prioritize, negotiate and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.Ability to remain flexible and focused within a dynamic work environment and to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.Passion for nonprofit work and dedication to the organization’s tegrity, credibility, sensitivity and discretion in dealing with confidential information.Work Environment & Physical DemandsThis position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, etc. The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit (at a desk), climb stairs, and perform small maintenance tasks as needed. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.Working conditions include but are not limited to the following:A work environment with a non-traditional schedule that prioritizes creativity, collaboration, and work-life balance while contributing to a mission-focused, dynamic, and supportive work atmosphere.Full-time, to include weekend and weekday hours with the understanding that flexibility is the key to the success of this 24/7, 365-day Program.Local travel in and around Western Massachusetts and Connecticut.Occasional overnight travel.Reliable transportation is a requirement.Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to m levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionFinance and SalesIndustriesNon-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr