Senior Director of Finance & Financial Planning

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Job Description

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)

NFTE is seeking an experienced nonprofit finance leader to oversee the organization’s finance function and serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Financial Officer. This role will lead the operational management of finance while working across the organization to strengthen financial planning, improve financial systems and processes, and support sound decision-making as NFTE continues to grow.

The Senior Director of Finance will manage the finance team, oversee budgeting and financial analysis, and collaborate closely with program, development, and operational leaders to ensure the organization’s financial resources are effectively aligned with its mission. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned finance professional who enjoys building strong financial infrastructure, solving complex organizational challenges, and helping mission-driven organizations scale their impact.

This role offers the opportunity to play a central leadership role in strengthening NFTE’s financial operations as the organization continues to evolve and expand.

NFTE is seeking a seasoned nonprofit finance leader to serve as the operational head of the finance function and strategic partner to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

The Senior Director of Finance & Financial Planning will oversee the day-to-day leadership of the organization’s finance function, including financial planning and analysis, accounting oversight, budgeting, financial reporting, financial systems, and internal financial operations. Reporting to the CFO, this role will ensure that NFTE maintains strong financial stewardship while providing the financial insight and operational leadership needed to support organizational decision-making.

The Senior Director will work closely with leadership across the organization to solve financial challenges, strengthen processes, and build financial infrastructure that supports NFTE’s continued growth. This role requires a confident and experienced leader who can operate in a dynamic environment, take ownership of complex financial issues, and build strong partnerships across departments.

The Senior Director will manage and develop the Finance team and will play a critical role in strengthening the organization’s financial planning, systems, and operational processes as the department continues to expand.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Strengthening financial planning and analysis capabilities to support strategic decision-making across departments
Leading the organization’s budgeting and forecasting processes and improving financial visibility for leadership
Building strong partnerships with program, development, and operational teams to solve financial challenges and improve resource allocation
Enhancing financial systems, reporting tools, and internal processes to support organizational growth
Developing and mentoring a high-performing finance team as the department continues to expand

This role offers significant opportunity for leadership growth within the Finance function as NFTE continues to evolve and expand. The Senior Director of Finance will play a key role in shaping the organization’s financial infrastructure and is expected to grow alongside the organization as its financial operations become more complex.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations of NFTE’s Finance function, including accounting oversight, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, financial reporting, contracts, and financial systems.
Manage and develop the Finance team, currently consisting of three staff members with anticipated growth as the organization expands.
Establish and maintain strong financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure sound financial management and compliance.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing finance team culture.

Lead the organization’s annual budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department leaders to align financial planning with strategic priorities.
Develop financial models, projections, and scenario analyses to support leadership decision-making.
Provide regular financial reporting and variance analysis to the CFO and senior leadership.
Monitor financial performance, cash flow, liquidity, and overall financial position of the organization.

Serve as a key financial partner to leaders across the organization, helping departments understand financial performance and make informed decisions.
Lead internal financial problem solving and develop financial processes where infrastructure does not yet exist.
Translate complex financial information into clear insights for leadership and non-finance stakeholders.

Drive improvements to financial systems, reporting tools, and workflows to enhance financial visibility and operational efficiency.
Lead or support financial system upgrades, conversions, or integrations as needed.
Ensure effective use and optimization of NFTE’s financial management system, Blackbaud Financial Edge.

Support financial planning and operational integration related to organizational growth initiatives.
Contribute to financial due diligence, modeling, and operational integration planning when appropriate.
Ensure finance processes and reporting systems scale effectively as the organization evolves.

10–15 years of progressive experience in nonprofit financial management with increasing leadership responsibility.
Demonstrated experience overseeing the full finance function, including accounting, budgeting, financial planning and analysis, and financial reporting.
Strong experience working in nonprofit funding environments including fundraising, grants, contracts, and restricted funding.
Experience leading complex financial initiatives such as system implementations, financial infrastructure improvements, or organizational integrations.
Experience with financial system conversions or implementations strongly preferred.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge or comparable nonprofit financial systems preferred.
Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across departments.
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate financial information into actionable insights.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or advanced degree preferred.

Internationally recognized educational nonprofit committed to a dynamic mission
Competitive salary with a total rewards suite of outstanding competitive benefits, including:
NFTE sponsored Comprehensive Health Insurance
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (fully paid by NFTE)
403(B) Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match
Generous PTO (extensive vacation/holidays/personal time; paid sick time)
Summer Fridays, Flex Time, Paid Family Leave (up to 6 weeks), Short and Long term Disability, and “NFTE Time” (additional paid holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s Day)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for expenses not covered by plan
Dependent Care Account (DCA): Pre-tax savings for childcare services
Transportation Savings Account (TSA): Pre-tax savings (transit/parking services)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Professional development support through learning opportunities (internal workshops, external conferences, and organizational projects)
Merit-driven recognition and performance management programs
Employee Referral Program
Telecommuting (via remote work from home options)

This position is remote with occasional travel as needed.
NFTE provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application, interview, and employment process, in accordance with applicable law. If an applicant requires accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact NFTE's Human Resources Team at [email protected].

About NFTE
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is a global nonprofit bringing high-quality entrepreneurship education to under-resourced communities. Each year, we reach more than 70,000 students in 28 U.S. states and 32 countries worldwide, and to date, have educated over one million learners through school, college, and community programs. Our mission is to bring the power of entrepreneurship education to learners, educators, and decision-makers so all young people can own their futures. Learn more at www.nfte.com.

Our Values
At NFTE, we lead with purpose—being bold in our aspirations, strategic in our actions, and relentless in pursuing equitable opportunity for all learners. Our core values—owning the outcome, reimagining possibilities, championing equity, building together, winning together, and driving the dialogue—guide everything we do. We strive to advance equity, create innovative solutions, and achieve shared success, ensuring all young people can own their futures.

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