The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations to lead the organization's internal systems, financial stewardship, and operational discipline. This role is responsible for translating strategy into execution and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the institution.
Requirements
- Lead annual and multi-year budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
- Oversee cash flow management, reserves strategy, and long-term financial sustainability planning.
- Ensure accurate grant accounting, revenue tracking, and expense allocation across all funding streams.
- Develop financial models and scenario analyses to guide strategic decision-making in a volatile funding environment.
- Present clear, accessible financial reports and strategic insights to the President & CEO, Board Treasurer, and Board Committees.
- Oversee annual audit preparation, tax filings, and regulatory compliance in partnership with external auditors and accounting partners.
- Establish and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and risk management systems to safeguard organizational assets.
- Oversee the Institute's operational systems, aligning staffing, structure, and administrative capacity with strategic priorities.
- Supervise core administrative functions including finance, IT, facilities, procurement, and vendor management.
- Ensure payroll, benefits, and reimbursement systems operate with accuracy and accountability.
- Build operational systems capable of scaling with continued growth in staff, programs, and geographic reach.
- Support senior management coordination and disciplined execution of key initiatives.
- Ensure the Institute maintains a culture of accountability, equity, and collaboration by strengthening operational systems, clarifying processes, and supporting cross-department coordination fostering a high-performing work environment.
- Partner with the CEO and Senior Management Team to translate strategic priorities into operational plans, budgets, and measurable benchmarks.
- Oversee tracking and reporting on implementation of the Strategic Plan, identifying risks or capacity gaps and recommending adjustments.
- Lead operational planning processes that align, staffing, budget, and programmatic growth.
- Oversee RFP processes and consultant engagements, ensuring clear scopes, accountability, and alignment with organizational priorities.
- Ensure Institute compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements, including nonprofit tax filings and lobbying reporting.
- Partner with the CEO and Governance Committee to maintain strong governance practices and risk oversight.
- Coordinate with outside counsel on matters related to contracts, compliance, and risk management.
- Support the CEO and the Board, including attending Board and Board Committee meetings, ensuring appropriate coordination, gathering data, preparation of materials, and timely follow-up on action items.
- Serve as primary staff liaison to the Board’s Audit, Finance, and Investment Committees.
- Maintain Board records, including attendance, engagement, and giving, in coordination with the administrative director.
- Support CEO and the Chair of the Governance Committee in developing and maintaining a pipeline of Prospective Trustees to ensure that the Institute has a list of potential new Board members with the skills and experience to benefit the Institute.
- Coordinate Board self-assessments and governance processes, working with the Governance Committee and external consultants.
- Partner with the Development Team to align financial planning with fundraising strategy.
- Develop grant budgets and ensure timely, compliant financial reporting to funders.
- Provide revenue forecasting and scenario planning to support diversification of funding streams.
- Monitor progress toward annual and multi-year revenue targets in partnership with the CEO and Development leadership.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Medical Reimbursement Plan
- 401(k) Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
