Finance Director, National Domestic Violence Hotline

Position Title: Finance Director

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Position: Full-Time, Exempt; Hybrid; requiring two days per week in the office.

Location: Austin, Texas

Salary: $140,000

About National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH)

The National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals affected by domestic violence. Founded in 1996, NDVH operates the only nationwide, 24/7 confidential hotline, offering free support through phone, chat, and text services. The organization connects victims of domestic violence, intimate partner abuse, and their families with crucial resources, including safety planning, advocacy, and referrals to over 5,000 local service providers across the U.S.

NDVH’s team of trained advocates provides compassionate, survivor-centered support, working to empower individuals and disrupt the cycle of domestic violence. The organization is committed to advancing inclusivity and addressing the intersectional challenges faced by survivors, tailoring its services to meet the diverse needs of those it serves. As a trusted leader in the field, NDVH continues to raise awareness and offer hope to countless individuals nationwide.

For more information, visit thehotline.org.

The Role

The Finance Director oversees the daily financial functions of The National Domestic Violence Hotline, including budget management, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, fiscal reporting, audit compliance, and managing financial and programmatic reporting for government contracts and private grants. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Finance Director leads the strategic direction of the Finance Team, supervises staff, and ensures that the financial operations are aligned with the organization’s goals. This role requires strong leadership, a collaborative approach, and expertise in nonprofit accounting, focusing on supporting programs that serve survivors of domestic violence.

Impact Areas 

Financial Management & Oversight

• Lead the finance team to oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards and maintaining internal control systems for revenue, expenses, and budgets.
• Lead the organization's budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives through effective cost-benefit analysis and financial oversight.
• Support the CFO in preparing and delivering accurate financial reports to the Board and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity in all financial matters.
• Complete the yearly budget process and ensure its integration with long-term financial planning.
• Lead the process of closing the fiscal year, ensuring all financials are accurate and ready for audit and reporting purposes.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and lead annual audit processes, ensuring that FY 2024, ending in September, is closed on time and that the audit, starting in December, runs smoothly.
• Manage financial compliance for government contracts, private grants, and internal policies, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with auditors and tax preparers, ensuring efficient coordination for audits, tax filings, and the annual Form 990 submissions.

Grant & Program Financial Management

• Oversee financial management and reporting for all government contracts, grants, and program budgets, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and accurate tracking of program-related expenditures.
• Ensure expenditures align with grant conditions and collaborate with program leadership to manage effective program cash flow and financial planning.
• Apply for competitive grants on a five-year cycle, ensuring submissions meet funding objectives and are strategically aligned with organizational needs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the finance team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing department that meets organizational goals.
• Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and development of finance staff, and provide ongoing support, feedback, and technical guidance to ensure professional growth and high performance.
• Set departmental goals in partnership with the CFO and monitor progress toward achieving these goals, ensuring continuous improvement in financial operations.

Strategic Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Collaborate with program and leadership teams to enhance financial systems and processes, ensuring they support program effectiveness and organizational goals.
• Educate staff across departments on finance and accounting procedures, fostering cross-departmental collaboration to improve overall financial operations.
• Participate in the development and revision of financial policies and procedures in alignment with organizational strategy, ensuring continuous process improvement.

Filing & Documentation

• Maintain the organization’s filing system, ensuring that all financial records are accurately documented, organized, and easily accessible for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead board financial development by ensuring all financial activities and documents are properly recorded and communicated to the board.

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• 5-10 years of nonprofit accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting, grant accounting, and management.
• Experience supervising accounting teams and managing financial functions such as reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial management, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information to various stakeholders.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, anti-oppressive work environment.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting software, preferably MIP or Financial Edge (FE).
• Familiarity with data analytics and experience selecting and overseeing financial software systems.
• Experience in managing grant and government contract compliance and reporting.
• Experience leading financial teams through a system migration or new system implementation

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment.
• Up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and compliance standards relevant to nonprofit accounting.
• Commitment to the mission of The Hotline, with a focus on social justice and survivor-centered services.
• Integrity, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional nights and weekends, as needed.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid role, based in Southwest Austin, requiring two days per week in the office.
• Must have a confidential, secure, and distraction-free home workspace.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing, using a computer, phone, and keyboard.

Values

The National Domestic Violence Hotline operates with the following core values:

• Integrity: We adhere to the highest ethical standards and prioritize transparency and confidentiality.
• Thought Leadership: We are committed to continuous learning and evolving strategies to achieve our mission.
• Excellence: We value performance, results, and exceeding expectations.
• Collaboration: We believe partnerships within and outside the organization are essential for broad impact.
• Social Justice: We strive to incorporate an anti-oppression lens in all aspects of our work.
• Caring: We approach our work with compassion, inclusion, respect, and without judgment.

Survivor-Centered: Our work is focused on the interests and needs of survivors of relationship abuse.

Benefits

How to Apply

National Domestic Violence Hotline has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Ranata Reeder at [email protected] ​or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.

National Domestic Violence Hotline is an equal-opportunity employer committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.