iLocatum

Rochester, NY

Director of Accounting

Accounting Director

📍 Location: Rochester, NY | Nonprofit Organization
💼 Full-Time | Direct Hire | $92,000 – $138,000/year
đź’° Outstanding Benefits | Leadership Role | Mission-Driven Work


âś… Must-Haves:

  • 10+ years of progressive nonprofit finance and accounting experience

  • 5+ years in a manager or director-level finance leadership role

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (Master’s and CPA preferred)

  • Deep knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit federal/state funding models

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and interface with executive leadership and external agencies


đź’ˇ About the Role:

Join a mission-driven charitable organization as the Director of Accounting, where your expertise will directly support critical community and family services. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations—while guiding a dedicated team and partnering with senior agency leaders.

You’ll play a strategic role in shaping the financial health of the organization’s largest agency, overseeing functions such as audits, reporting, policy development, and revenue cycle optimization.


đź§© Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and supervise the accounting, contract/voucher, client financial, and guardianship teams

  • Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including regulatory and board-facing documents

  • Manage external audits and ensure compliance with contractual, state, and federal financial reporting requirements

  • Maintain effective internal controls, policies, and best practices

  • Support agency and organizational leadership with strategic financial analysis and forecasting

  • Oversee budget development and capital planning for family and community services

  • Interface with funders and state regulators to resolve financial reporting and payment issues

  • Drive continuous improvement in processes and systems


🌟 Why Join This Organization?

  • Be part of a well-respected nonprofit that makes a meaningful impact

  • Lead a finance team that supports life-changing services for individuals and families

  • Collaborate closely with a values-driven executive team and board

  • Enjoy competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and growth opportunities


🏡 Why Rochester, NY?

Living in the suburbs of Rochester offers the best of both worlds—quiet, affordable living with easy access to city life. You’ll enjoy:

  • Top-rated schools & family-friendly neighborhoods

  • Lower cost of living & housing options

  • Outdoor recreation in the Finger Lakes region—lakes, wineries, parks, and trails

  • A vibrant local culture with museums, festivals, restaurants, and breweries


If you're a collaborative, strategic financial leader with nonprofit expertise looking to make a lasting difference—this is the role for you. Apply now and become a key leader in transforming lives across the region.

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