Finance Director at The PLACE

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Management, Accounting, Grant Management, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, Staff Supervision, Leadership, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, QuickBooks, Budgeting, Forecasting, Compliance, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Entrepreneurial Mindset

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description ABOUT THE PLACE The PLACE is the only nonprofit in the Pikes Peak region solely dedicated to supporting youth ages 15–24 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Guided by our mission to ignite the potential in youth to create self-determined, fulfilled lives, The PLACE provides street outreach, a drop-in center, and supportive housing grounded in trust, consistency, and long-term stability. The PLACE is in a period of strategic transformation, strengthening infrastructure, building sustainable systems, and expanding impact. We are seeking a Finance Director who is excited to help shape this next chapter and ensure our financial systems are as strong and innovative as our programs. Why Join The PLACE? This is an opportunity to: Have a direct and meaningful impact on youth experiencing homelessness Build and strengthen financial systems during a pivotal period of transformation Work alongside a collaborative, mission-driven leadership team Align financial excellence with long-term community impact Application Process Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position will remain open until a candidate is selected. For best consideration, please apply by January 26, 2026. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references who can speak to the required skills and experience. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience building and implementing effective financial systems and structures that support a business office of excellence. JOB SUMMARY The PLACE seeks a proactive, organized, detail-oriented, highly collaborative, and adaptable team player. The Finance Director position is a new role for the organization, and the person will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer. This role will be responsible for a variety of systems development and implementation projects and requires an entrepreneurial mindset to build and lead a business office of excellence for the organization. The Finance Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health, systems, and operational infrastructure of The PLACE. This position manages day-to-day accounting functions, ensures compliance with government and private funding requirements, oversees vendor relationships, and leads continuous improvement of financial systems. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial, systems-oriented finance leader who enjoys building and refining processes in a mission-driven environment and wants their work to directly support meaningful outcomes for young people. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management & Accounting Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and monthly close Oversee the payroll process and approve bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance Maintain and manage financial systems with strong proficiency in QuickBooks Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, dashboards, and budget-to-actual reports Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management Coordinate the annual audit and serve as primary liaison to auditors and external accountants Grant & Funding Management Manage financial aspects of government and private grants, including budgeting, tracking, billing, and reporting Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements Partner with program and development staff to align grant budgets with program delivery Support reimbursement processes and grant monitoring Vendor & Contract Management Manage relationships with key vendors and service providers (e.g., accounting, payroll, insurance, IT, property management, security) Review contracts for financial terms, monitor performance, and ensure timely payments Identify opportunities to improve vendor efficiency and cost effectiveness Systems Development & Process Improvement Strengthen and document financial policies, procedures, and internal controls Lead improvements to financial systems, workflows, and reporting tools Build scalable, efficient processes that support organizational growth Leverage technology to enhance transparency, accuracy, and efficiency Staff Supervision & Leadership Supervise, mentor, and support one Staff Accountant, fostering professional growth and accountability Provide clear direction, feedback, and workload prioritization Promote collaboration and cross-training within the finance function Organizational Leadership Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and leadership team Present financial information to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee in a clear, accessible manner Support data-informed decision-making across the organization SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary Range: $90,000–$105,000 per year, commensurate with experience Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave policy; paid holidays This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees performing this job. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract of employment. The Place may change job descriptions at any time, with or without notice as service needs require. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field Minimum 5–7 years of progressive nonprofit finance or accounting experience Demonstrated experience managing government and private grants Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Experience overseeing payroll processes Experience supervising staff and managing vendor relationships Proven ability to build, improve, and scale financial systems and processes Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills WORK ENVIRONMENT Employees in this position may be subject to long hours on their feet in an office, outdoor, and other environments that may frequently include physical conditions such as inclement weather or temperature extremes, sharps, drugs and paraphernalia, and interpersonal contact from non-employees that include sexual innuendo and raw, abusive or threatening language. Employees must be comfortable providing safer sex supplies and bleach kits to youth. The PLACE provides personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety training to prepare and protect The PLACE employees in these uncontrolled environments. Compliance with safety protocol is required, which may include the use of PPE, involvement of law enforcement, and/or enactment of emergency protocols, detailed in The PLACE’s Emergency Operations Plan. The PLACE is dedicated to equal employment opportunities in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. The PLACE prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, protected veteran status, other non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employees including managers, supervisors, and co-workers.??

Responsibilities

The Finance Director will oversee the financial health and operational infrastructure of The PLACE, managing accounting functions, compliance, and vendor relationships. This role also involves leading continuous improvement of financial systems and supporting the organization's strategic goals.