Comptroller / Director of Finance

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Make a Difference from Day One — Join Programs for Parents (PFP)

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? At Programs for Parents ( PFP), we empower families, support childcare providers, and advocate for quality early childhood education in Essex County, NJ. As Finance Director, you will safeguard the resources that make this impact possible. You’ll join a mission-driven team that values compassion, collaboration, and accountability, while helping build brighter futures for thousands of children and families each year.

Requirements :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven leader to oversee accounting operations, financial compliance, and reporting. The Finance Director will provide financial leadership that supports leadership decision-making for the CEO, Board Finance Committee, and funders. The top qualifications we seek are :

As the Comptroller / Finance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Programs for Parents. You will ensure that accounting practices are accurate, compliant, and aligned with nonprofit and grant requirements. In this role, you will provide financial leadership by preparing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and producing timely reports that support decision-making for the CEO, Board Finance Committee, and external funders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting / finance experience, including nonprofit or grant-funded organization experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Experience with federal and state grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in financial management systems (QuickBooks, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Supervisory experience and ability to develop a small team.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with an anticipated salary range of $100,000–$125,000, commensurate with experience. Programs for Parents offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

How to Apply

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Programs for Parents is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.