Head of Finance

Position Overview

The Head of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the GIIN’s financial strategy, operations, and long-term sustainability.

Leading all aspects of financial management, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, audit, and compliance, the Head of Finance will play a critical role in ensuring the GIIN’s financial health, strengthening financial systems and infrastructure, and enabling the organization to deliver on its mission and strategic ambitions.

Reporting to the COO, this leader also partners closely with senior leadership and the Board to provide clear, insightful financial guidance and to support the GIIN’s evolving business model and diversified revenue base.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the organization’s financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership
• Support the GIIN’s long-term financial sustainability, including business model evolution and revenue diversification
• Oversee financial risk management, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Ensure integrity of financial data, accounting systems, and reporting processes
• Oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger
• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports (including cost and management accounts) for internal and external stakeholders such as senior leadership, and the Board, including the Board’s Finance and Audit Committee
• Manage annual audit and tax (Form 990) processes

Budgeting & Resource Management

• Lead annual budget development and ongoing budget management
• Monitor organizational performance against financial plans and recommend corrective actions where needed
• Oversee cash flow management and financial forecasting

Grants & Revenue Management

• Oversee financial management of grants, and other earned-revenue streams including budgeting, reporting, and compliance
• Partner with program and development teams on grant planning and financial oversight
• Support financial planning for funding proposals and revenue streams

Systems & Infrastructure

• Strengthen financial systems, processes, and policies to support organizational growth
• Lead or oversee financial systems improvements and data-driven decision-making tools
• Ensure financial infrastructure supports programmatic and operational effectiveness

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
• Clarify roles, build capabilities, and support professional development
• Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented, and accountable team culture

The Leader:

Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Strong executor who balances attention to detail with big-picture thinking
• Collaborative leader who builds trusted partnerships across teams
• Clear and effective communicator with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented, able to operate in a dynamic and evolving environment
• High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment

Experience & Qualifications:

This is a hands-on and strategic role, ideal for a seasoned nonprofit finance leader who can both operate at a high level and engage deeply in execution.

The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a strong track record of leading financial operations in complex, mission-driven organizations, possessing a majority of the following professional and personal attributes and competencies:

Key qualifications include:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in financial management roles
• Extensive experience with nonprofit accounting, GAAP, and grant management
• Proven experience leading budgeting, financial planning, audit, and compliance functions
• Strong leadership experience managing and developing finance teams
• Experience working in organizations with multiple revenue streams (restricted, unrestricted, earned income)
• Experience with financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems, Salesforce)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; advanced degree preferred
• CPA required.

Location & Work Authorization:

• This position will be based in our New York City office. The GIIN operates a hybrid work model with distinct in-person and flexible work periods throughout the year.

• Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States that does not require employment visa sponsorship. For example, possessing U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency (Green Card).

Compensation & Benefits:

• The GIIN is committed to pay equity. The salary range for this role is between $150,000 – $160,000 per annum, with exact salary depending on qualifications, experience, and market alignment, along with an excellent benefits package.

• The GIIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• We aim to offer competitive salaries and benefits and are committed to fairness, trust, and consistency in compensation. We do not ask for prior pay history from our candidates and our offer-making process is negotiation-free for salaries and benefits.