The director of finance and operations is an integral part of the Preserve executive leadership team, providing crucial financial, operational and human resources oversight to facilitate efficient and effective operations of the organization. The position is responsible for managing all financial and human resources needs, including payroll, benefits management, commercial and health insurance, maintaining personnel records and supporting recruitment, hiring and orientation processes. Additionally, the position maintains and monitors a variety of designated and restricted funds accounts, completes bank statements, reporting reconciliations and other end-of-month accounting, and prepares appropriate financial reports for key stakeholders. They also work closely with contract accounting and audit firms as well as the Preserve’s legal counsel. The director of finance and operations reports to the executive director. The ideal candidate is a proven, driven and mission-connected leader. They have advanced proficiency with QuickBooks online, experience in the non-profit industry, comfort in a publicfacing role, and demonstrated professionalism and tact in communications with a diversity of individuals.
