Director of Finance (Controller) – Financial Operations & Strategy

Reconciliation Services

Director of Finance (Controller) – Financial Operations & Strategy

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    403 (b) matching

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Vision insurance

    Position Summary

    Reconciliation Services is seeking a highly capable, non-profit experienced, Director of Finance (Hands on Controller) to lead day-to-day financial operations and serve as a key thought partner to the CFO. This is a hands-on, working manager role responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strong reporting while strengthening the systems and processes behind the work.

    The ideal candidate is practical, accountable, and solutions-oriented—someone who can stabilize and improve accounting operations today while helping position the organization for long-term sustainability and growth.

    Key Responsibilities

    Accounting Operations (hands-on leadership)

    Lead and perform core accounting functions: general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll coordination

    Improve workflows, documentation, internal controls, and audit readiness

    Ensure timely, accurate financial information and compliance with nonprofit standards

    May supervise finance support staff as needs evolve

    Financial Reporting & Analysis

    Lead monthly close and prepare financial statements and reporting packages

    Support CFO and Board reporting, budget-to-actuals, and variance analysis

    Identify trends, risks, and opportunities; translate financial data into actionable insight

    Fund Accounting, Compliance & Audit Support

    Track restricted/unrestricted funds and strengthen grant financial tracking

    Support audit preparation and external reviews

    Support compliance, internal controls, and risk mitigation practices

    Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Support

    Assist with organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling

    Help surface financial risks early and support long-term planning

    Financial Infrastructure & Cross-Department Support

    Strengthen financial systems, policies, and procedures to support growth

    Partner with leaders across the organization to improve financial processes and decision-making

    What We’re Looking For

    Strong technical accounting skills with an ownership mindset

    Ability to execute detailed work and improve systems/processes

    Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

    Clear communicator who can work effectively with non-financial leaders

    Comfort working in a growing, mission-driven nonprofit; maturity and sound judgment

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

    5–9 years of progressive accounting experience preferred

    Experience managing accounting operations required

    Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred; fund accounting preferred

    Experience working in QuickBooks Online preferred

    Audit support experience preferred

    Experience improving financial systems/processes and supporting budgeting/planning preferred

    Prior supervision experience helpful, not required

    Why This Role Matters

    This position is central to strengthening the financial foundation that enables Reconciliation Services to expand services, diversify revenue, and continue supporting individuals working toward recovery, housing stability, and economic self-sufficiency.

    To apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant accounting leadership and nonprofit/fund accounting experience.