Executive Director of Finance & Administration

A historic and progressive Methodist Church in Washington, DC, is seeking an Executive Director of Finance & Administration to serve as a key member of its senior leadership team. This role is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and overseeing core administrative functions to support long-term sustainability, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness.

This is a great opportunity for a senior finance leader who thrives in collaborative environments and wants to work for a progressive church that welcomes all and challenges the status quo.

Position Overview

The Executive Director of Finance & Administration serves as the organization’s primary financial leader and a strategic partner to executive leadership. This role oversees financial strategy, planning, and reporting while ensuring that operational systems, processes, and administrative functions effectively support the organization’s mission.

The position also provides high-level oversight of operations, human resources strategy, and organizational systems, ensuring alignment between financial resources and strategic priorities. The Executive Director serves as a visible member of the senior leadership team, partnering with staff, congregational leaders, and board members to strengthen organizational effectiveness and culture.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director of Finance & Administration

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
• Provide financial analysis and strategic guidance to leadership and board members
• Oversee financial reporting, variance analysis, and audit processes
• Ensure accuracy and transparency across all financial systems and reporting
• Manage fund accounting and complex revenue streams, including restricted funds

Organizational & Strategic Planning

• Design and support annual planning processes aligned with organizational goals
• Align financial and staff resources with strategic priorities
• Develop metrics and reporting frameworks to track performance

Operations & Systems Oversight

• Evaluate and improve operational workflows and internal systems
• Strengthen processes to increase efficiency and reduce complexity
• Provide strategic oversight and support to operations leadership responsible for facilities, building operations, and vendor relationships

Human Resources & Team Leadership

• Provide strategic oversight of HR functions, including policy development, talent management, staff development, and organizational culture initiatives
• Supervise key staff, including operations and finance personnel

Governance & Compliance

• Serve as a key liaison to the board and relevant committees
• Ensure compliance with all financial, regulatory, and reporting requirements
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation practices

Requirements of the Executive Director of Finance & Administration

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in finance, business, or related field preferred
• 7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance, operations, administration, or nonprofit leadership within a nonprofit, faith-based, or mission-driven organization
• Strong expertise in:
  • Nonprofit accounting (GAAP, fund accounting, accruals)
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • Audit and compliance oversight
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex financial systems
• Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and improve organizational processes
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights
• Full-time, exempt position
• Based in Washington, DC (in-person presence required)

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance