Director of Finance

Think Small, Minnesota’s leader in early learning, is dedicated to advancing early childhood care and education. For over 50 years, we have supported the full potential of every child and championed equity-focused policies and practices to empower a just, inclusive, and equitable care and education system for children during their crucial early years. Recognizing the profound influence of early experiences on a child’s future success, we are committed to improving the quality of early childhood settings to optimize development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Operations Oversight:
  • Manage accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
  • Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures for efficiency, fidelity, and regulatory compliance.
• System Optimization:
  • Evaluate and implement financial systems and software (e.g., NetSuite, CentrallyHR, Ramp, Bill) to improve efficiency.
• Financial Planning and Analysis:
  • Monitor cash flow, investments, and financial performance, providing regular analysis to leadership.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President of Finance & Operations on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
  • Partner with program leaders to track expenses against program budgets, ensuring alignment with grant requirements and funding restrictions.
• Audit and Compliance:
  • Lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors for timely completion of reports.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in non-profit financial management.
• Strategic Leadership:
  • Provide financial guidance to senior leadership to support decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Build and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting principles, including grant accounting.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with financial software and ERP systems; familiarity with NetSuite is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork.
• Proven leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Knowledge of the childcare industry is preferred.

Benefits:

• Salary: The salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000, based on experience and educational background.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: A mix of on-site and remote days for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life, pet, critical illness, and long-term care insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Savings Accounts: Medical and dependent care FSA, Health Savings Account (HSA), and legal/ID protection plans.
• Retirement Savings: Pre-tax and ROTH 401(k) plans with employer match.
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • 23 days of sick/vacation time earned in the first year.
  • Eight scheduled holidays and five floating holidays.
  • Six weeks of paid parental leave.

Application Process: If you are a mission-driven financial professional ready to make an impact in the early childhood education sector, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. Think Small is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.