Assistant Director of Finance

New Haven, CT 06511

Posted: 11/19/2025 Industry: Accounting and Finance Job Number: 52433857 Pay Rate: $100000-105000 / year

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Director of Finance
Location: New Haven, CT Onsite
 Duration: Direct Hire
 Salary: $100-105K DOE Plus EXCELLENT Benefits 
 THIS IS A NOT FOR PROFIT Organization - seeking someone who has worked in similar environments 
Responsibilities
  1. Assist with the primary responsibility for financial management of the organization in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Director of Finance.
  2. Perform all aspects of financial reporting, both internally and externally.
  3. Adapt, develop and enforce financial controls and policies across the organization
  4. Determine and implement best practices for internal processes. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement new procedures within the finance department. 
  5. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including IRS, State of CT, for all finance and payroll activity. Including preparing and submitting reports as required.
  6. Work closely with Director of Finance and Senior leadership to best strategically align organization’s financial growth and goals.
  7. Create and manage relationships with external partners including vendors, software providers, and regulatory agencies.
  8. Perform daily accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, tracking of donor restricted funds and release from restriction, preparing bank deposits, entering online donations as well as monitoring online banking activity.
  9. Perform monthly accounting functions including banks, GL account and financial system, to system reconciliation to ensure financial information and donations are accurate.
  10. Manage bi-weekly payroll process via online payroll system On-boarding of new employees.
  11. Provide support for various student organizations for which the Organization acts as fiscal intermediary.
  12. Assist in annual budget process including managing budget in Sage software.
  13. Participate in yearend close and the annual audit process with our external auditor.
  14. Manage financial relationships and transactions with various client entities.
  15. Make sure endowment balances, earnings and expense allocations are tracked correctly. Record quarterly activity per investment statements.
  16. Provide support for staff and various student organizations for which the Organization acts as fiscal intermediary.
  17. Other duties as determined by the Director of Finance.
What you’ve accomplished
  1. Minimum 8+ years of relevant work experience (strongly preferred in the non-profit sector)
  2. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  3. Demonstrated ability to lead fostering a positive and productive work environment
  4. Masters degree in applicable field or 5 + years of managerial experience in finance
  5. Preference will be given to candidates with a CPA or CMA or CFA designations
  6. Experience partnering with leadership and having a high level of oral and written communications skills
  7. Capacity to assess process and internal control weaknesses, and suggest/develop improvements
  8. Able to work in highly diverse environment, maintain confidentiality, and strong customer service skills
  9. Quick learner, detail-oriented, flexible and organized
  10. Able to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail
  11. Works well both independently and as part of a team.
  12. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  13. Experience with cloud-based ERP financial systems, preferably Sage Intacct, Bill and Blackbaud.
  14. Experience with accounting for endowment funds
  15. Experience with tracking of donor restricted Net Assets
  
Company Overview:
Top Prospect Group, now part of HW Staffing Solutions, focuses on connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. We provide industry expertise, personalized service, and national reach to meet and exceed staffing expectations.
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