Responsibilities include:

Financial Management

• Lead organizational administrative processes, the management of financial well-being, and the long-term financial and operational health of the organization
• Ensure the accuracy, efficiency, and completeness of financial processes and records, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial systems
• Prepare and present financial reports for the Executive Director, program staff, and Board of Directors, providing analysis, recommendations, and long-range planning at the program and organizational level 
• Prepare and ensure compliance with all financial reporting and regulatory requirements, including tax filings, audits, restricted grants, and other reporting requirements
• Manage relationships with external partners, including banks, auditors, and other financial service providers
• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with program directors to develop realistic and achievable budgets, as well as provide regular check-ins on budget-to-actuals progress
• Staff and support the Board Finance Committee, working with committee members to provide strategic financial guidance and support to the organization
• Maintain the digital and analog filing systems and support the implementation of internal financial controls

Strategic Planning & Leadership

• Proactively establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with staff and partners
• Work closely with the Executive Director and senior leaders to develop and implement strategic plans and goals 
• Work with the board and Executive Director on contingency planning and crisis response
• Lead internal planning processes and updates to improve approved processes, including transparent decision making, conflict resolution, and annual reviews and updates to the employee handbook
• Represent the organization at internal and external events and meetings, providing financial guidance and support as needed
• Work closely with the Executive Director and senior leaders to develop and implement strategic plans and goals 

Personnel and Human Resources

• Supervise Admin & Office Manager and provide oversight on day-to-day bookkeeping and administrative tasks 
• Manage employee benefit policies, oversee the open enrollment process, and support employees in understanding their benefits and making claims
• Support hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes 
• Ensure compliance with human resource and employment laws, and maintain and lead the annual review of the employee handbook to ensure it reflects organizational practices and current information
• Ensure that annual reviews and reflection processes are conducted for all staff

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or CPA strongly preferred
• Extensive experience with QuickBooks Online and Google Drive
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a nonprofit organization
• Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience building positive relationships and organizational culture 
• Experience with federal and state grant reporting 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Personal or professional intercultural experience and experience translating complex concepts into plain language 
• Alignment with Cultivating Community’s mission and values

Compensation:

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with an annual salary range of $75-$80,000, depending on experience.

• Benefits include: 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical flexible spending account
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Nine paid holidays of your choosing
• Up to 160 PTO hours per year, with rollover
• Paid winter break
• Mileage and cell phone reimbursement
• Professional development

To Apply:

Anyone interested is encouraged to apply, even if you do not meet all of the desired qualifications. Please send a resume and cover letter to hiring@cultivatingcommunity.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews beginning late July 2026. The ideal start time for this position is early to mid-August.

Please reach out to us with any questions at hiring@cultivatingcommunity.org or call (207) 761-4769.

Cultivating Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, citizenship status and alienage, arrest record, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are dedicated to this policy with respect to all aspects of employment. At Cultivating Community, we welcome, respect, and celebrate diversity, and are nourished by new energy and experiences.