What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programs Financial Director position at Federation of Appalachian Housing Enterprises Inc?
Programs Financial Director
Department: Programs
Reports To: Senior Vice President of Partnerships & Programs
Type of Position: Full-time
Grade: 20
Work Setting: Remote/Hybrid
Travel Required: Infrequent local Travel
Fahe is building thriving Appalachian communities. Join a growing team focused on transforming Appalachia into a place where economic opportunity and stability are within reach for all. Our unique collaborative model connects a Network of local, regional, and national leaders, all working together to ensure no community is left behind, by leveraging resources, building capacity, shaping a new narrative, and fostering wider collaboration. Since 1980, Fahe has worked with our Members and community partners to create lasting opportunity and positive change for Appalachia.
Job Summary:
The Programs Financial Director manages the administration and financial control of grant activity throughout the grant lifecycle for grants and contracts either awarded or received to ensure compliance with grant provisions, regulations, and reporting requirements. Monitors grantee management and disbursement of grant funds for grants or contracts that are being awarded. Reviews grantee programs for compliance with the terms of grants and contracts and verifies that the funds are being allocated appropriately. For grants and contracts received, oversees all financial reporting and accounting related to the grant funding. Tracks expenses and performs reconciliations related to grant accounts. Compiles and submits any data or documentation required by the grant funder. Ensures that the organization follows grant accounting best practices and complies with legal regulations.
This position may manage subordinate staff. The Programs Financial Director collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, including Finance and Programs teams, to ensure accurate financial reporting and budgeting for a grant portfolio exceeding $80M.
Essential Duties and Functions:
- Manage the administration and financial control of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, funding provisions, and organizational policies.
- Monitor the allocation and disbursement of grant funds, ensuring adherence to approved budgets and financial controls.
- Financial reporting, expense tracking, reconciliations and grant related documentation submissions
- Work with and adhere to grant related financial systems, internal controls and record retention policies
- Manage project budgets for funding applications, ensuring alignment with grant requirements.
- Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and best practice grant accounting standards, including compliance audits.
- May supervise staff responsible for transactions, invoicing and reporting
- Provide training and oversight to ensure accurate and compliant financial practices.
- Utilize data-driven analysis and CRM systems to track program performance, facilitate outreach, and support forecasting
- Participate in cross-functional coordination to ensure program objectives, departmental milestones, and budgets are met
- Develop, procedures, and strategies to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
- May assist in the development of grant applications or proposals.
Requirements for this position include:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Thorough understanding of GAAP principles.
- Accounting software commonly used in nonprofit sectors (e.g., QuickBooks and Sage Intacct).
- Knowledge of revenue and expenses
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field required.
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Experience:
- 5 years of accounting or related experience required.
- 1-3 years of supervisory experience in financial operations or grant compliance preferred.
- Experience managing federal, state, and private grants and contracts including grant reporting, tracking, and financial reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with specific regulations (e.g., OMB Circular A-133, 2 CFR Part 200).
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Primarily a sedentary role, requiring extensive use of a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
- Minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
For the past nine years, our staff nominated Fahe as one of the top 100 Best Places to Work in Kentucky. Fahe is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking applicants who can bring diverse viewpoints, experience, talents, and culture to promote our organization’s mission and build thriving Appalachian communities. We offer a diverse work environment with competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Visit www.fahe.org to learn more about Fahe.
Note: We are currently not hiring in the following states: California, Oregon, District of Columbia, New York, Washington, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Colorado, New Jersey, Hawaii and Illinois.
