Finance Director - Nonprofit

Title:
Finance Director

Reports to
: COO

Compensation:
Base salary ranging from $100k-135k plus up to 10% annual discretionary bonus opportunity

  7.5% of salary retirement contribution after one year

Benefits
including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision.

Travel
: Occasional/limited (up to 10%)

Location
: Remote

This is a
Full Time Exempt
position

Description:

The Finance Manager is responsible for the oversight and integrity of the organization’s financial operations. This position partners with other departments to ensure financial sustainability, compliance, and alignment with GeoScienceWorlds’s mission and strategic goals. This role plays a critical part in ensuring organizational sustainability, transparency, and efficiency while supporting programmatic growth and impact.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, with strong nonprofit financial management experience and the ability to improve systems, manage multiple priorities, manage risk and support organizational leadership. The ideal candidate will organizational growth through strategic insights and effective leadership with a strong understanding of GAAP, regulatory reporting, and financial analysis. Publishing experience is a plus.

This person will need to think beyond the transaction in front of them. Accurate and detail-oriented work is required. This person will work closely with the organization’s COO. The successful candidate will be integral to maintaining the integrity of our financial operations while supporting organizational growth through strategic insights and effective leadership.

Responsibilities:

Financial duties

·        Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and balance sheet reconciliations

·        Maintain accurate financial records and internal controls

·        Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for leadership and the Board of Directors

·        Conduct detailed financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

·        Develop and monitor organizational budgets in collaboration with department leaders

·        Responsible for royalty accounting and calculation; compliance with agreements and supporting internal and external stakeholders with royalty reporting and analysis.

·        Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, governmental regulations, regulatory reporting and tax requirements.

·        Coordinate annual audits and collaborate work with external accountants and auditors

·        Maintain accurate financial records and internal controls

Operational and Administrative duties

·        Administer sales commission tracking and payment request for payroll

·        Follow up for collection of overdue invoices and report monthly Key Performance Indicators to track performance.

·        Ad hoc analysis

·        Other duties/requests as assigned

Strategic Support

·        Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational planning and resource allocation

·        Support Board and committee meetings with financial and operational reporting

·        Support business development initiatives through financial modeling, investment analysis, and strategic planning efforts

·        Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and organizational effectiveness

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field

·        10+ years of experience in finance, operations, or nonprofit management

·        Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and financial reporting

·        Experience managing budgets and audits

·        Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar)

·        Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

·        Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

·        Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion

Preferred Qualifications

·        CPA, MBA, or nonprofit financial certification preferred

·        Experience working in a growing nonprofit organization

·        Familiarity with scientific research publishing and nonprofit compliance requirements

·        Familiarity and current use of AI technology in accounting

Educational Requirements
: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience

Physical Demands:
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to communicate, exchange information, and discern messaging. The employee is often required to remain stationary, as well as operate a computer and other office equipment. The employee will be required to identify and discern written communication.

Work Environment:
 Typical office environment or home office environment where applicable.

About GeoScienceWorld

GeoScienceWorld (GSW) is an essential online resource for anyone that relies on high-quality, peer-reviewed geoscience content, such as scholarly journals and eBooks. We are a mission-driven and unique nonprofit that is passionate about promoting the Earth Sciences and highlighting the impact geoscience research has on reaching worldwide sustainability goals. GeoScienceWorld is an equal opportunity employer.

Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Michael VanChieri

Administration and Human Resources Manager

vanchieri@geoscienceworld.org