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Philanthropy Northwest
Director of Finance & Grants Administration
Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, or Wyoming
Remote / Hybrid
Philanthropy Northwest grows philanthropy’s capacity to do transformative work toward redistributing resources and power to underinvested communities in the Northwest.
Position Overview
Philanthropy Northwest is a diverse network of philanthropic organizations working across Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. We bring together a thriving community of grantmakers dedicated to supporting strong communities through collective learning, centering equity and racial justice, and investing in innovation. We believe philanthropy is at its best when it is collaborative and inclusive.
Philanthropy Northwest seeks a Director of Finance and Grants Administration to join its growing team. This important role will oversee the enterprise’s finance and grants administration departments, providing leadership and continued capacity building to strengthen PNW’s growing role as an intermediary grantmaker of state, federal, and private dollars. We’re looking for candidates who are strategic leaders in budgeting, financial analysis, risk management, and grants administration with experience overseeing federal grants and nonprofit accounting. Philanthropy Northwest currently serves as the intermediary for a $52M Environmental Protection Agency Thriving Communities grantmaking program and has previously worked with the Department of Commerce and other entities to support COVID-related grantmaking. The Director of Finance and Grants Administration reports to the Vice President of People, Operations, & Finance, oversees a team of four, and works across the organization to strengthen and support financial operations for mission effectiveness.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management, Budget Planning, Analysis & Reporting
- In partnership with the VP, People, Operations & Finance, develop and execute the annual budget and planning process that aligns with the organization's mission, goals, core values, and strategic plan. Engage with the finance committee of the board of directors to develop short-, medium-, and long-term financial plans and ensure the board’s fiduciary responsibility.
- Administer and review all budgets including monitoring progress and changes and supporting effective budget management by Directors and Managers.
- Provide financial analysis to the Vice President, People, Operations & Finance, CEO, and leadership team to ensure a strong organizational understanding of the financial realities and opportunities.
- Work with the Finance team to prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial reports for funders, senior leaders, and the board of directors.
- Oversee the accounting function (AR, AP, and payroll) and that of The Giving Practice, PNW’s internal consulting practice, including consulting contractor payments, client invoicing, and reporting.
- Oversee the annual audit, tax preparation, and other internal controls and compliance matters. Support efforts to mitigate risk and coordinate the annual business insurance policies.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports. Manage and update all required business licensing in PNW’s service area.
Grants Management & Administration
Team Supervision and Capacity Development
Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate
Core Skills
Strategic Leadership
Management & People Development
Preferred Qualifications
Working at Philanthropy Northwest
Philanthropy Northwest’s mission is to grow philanthropy’s capacity to do transformative work toward redistributing resources and power to underinvested communities in the Northwest. We serve equity-committed philanthropic funders and practitioners serving communities in our six-state region and consulting clients across the nation. You can learn more about Philanthropy Northwest’s mission and values on our website.
We are also home to The Giving Practice, a national consultancy committed to advancing equity-centered philanthropy. As a division of Philanthropy Northwest, The Giving Practice’s consulting team brings customized solutions, deep regional relationships, and national expertise to support organizations navigating philanthropy’s changing landscape.
Philanthropy Northwest staff are eligible to work remotely from any state in its service area : Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington state, and Wyoming. The Director of Finance and Grants Administration will be expected to work periodically in the Seattle HQ. Limited regional travel for the annual conference and other events is expected.
Salary and Benefits
Annual salary range is $130,000-$150,000. The total compensation package for a full-time position includes medical, dental, and retirement contributions by employer (6% of salary and additional up to 2% dollar to dollar match up to $1,800 / year to employee contribution), professional development, paid holidays and generous vacation policy, and flexible schedule.
To Apply
Carolyn Ho is assisting Philanthropy Northwest with this search. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter via the application portal. Inquiries and nominations can be sent to
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Salary : $130,000 - $150,000