Job Summary
Family Promise of Hawaiʻi is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness for children and families. As the Director of Finance, you’ll own the organization’s financial operations and strategy, ensuring compliance and supporting the organization’s strategic growth. This role will oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and compliance requirements. The Director of Finance will supervise the Accounting Manager and Bookkeeper, working closely with the Executive Director and collaborating with the Board of Directors.
Family Promise of Hawaiʻi (FPH) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to transform the lives of families with children in Hawaiʻi facing homelessness by providing housing, resources, and support. Founded in 2005, FPH operates emergency shelters to give families a safe place to sleep, study, and get back on their feet; provides individualized case management and rental assistance to help families navigate and overcome their challenges; and organizes community-based opportunities to help families build skills and social capital. Each year, FPH serves hundreds of families on Oʻahu and Maui.
Essential Job Functions
Financial Operations and Compliance (50%)
Own the organization-wide finance strategy across grants (private and government), donations, sponsorships, rental income, and Medicaid; maintain the cost allocation plan compliant with federal regulations and funder requirements.
Build grant budgets in collaboration with senior leadership; stand up grant financial tracking, including program income and match requirements.
Review, approve, and submit all grant invoices; verify allowability and allocations; track drawdowns and resolve exceptions.
Produce reconciled grant financials and dashboards; complete timely closeouts with accurate final reports.
Support day-to-day accounting and financial needs, serving as a backup for other finance staff if needed.
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Strategy (25%)
Lead the annual organizational and grant budgeting process to ensure full cost recovery, manage risks, and integrate multi-year funding sources, working closely with the Executive Director, senior leadership, and the Board of Directors.
Maintain rolling forecasts, deliver variance analyses and action plans, and lead financial scenario-planning.
Support the organization’s strategic growth, collaborating with the Executive Director and senior leadership to evaluate new initiatives for financial viability and develop strategies that align with the organization’s mission and long-term goals.
Financial Reporting, Cash, and Controls (15%)
Ensure a timely, accurate monthly close and internal financials; maintain restricted net asset tracking and cash flow forecasts.
Oversee external audits, including financial and single audits.
Manage cash, banking, debt, and investments, working with the Finance Committee.
Maintain and continuously improve internal controls and written policies. Approve key journal entries and reconciliations.
Team Leadership, Systems, and Culture (10%)
Supervise the Accounting Manager and Bookkeeper and ensure professional development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Communicate complex financial topics in clear, actionable language to staff and board leadership.
Optimize the accounting and grant-tracking systems, automate workflows, and document standard operating procedures.
Engage in growth-minded development; participate in conferences, workshops, and training sessions to remain current on the best practices and community needs.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management.
Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, overseeing financial reporting and compliance, leading audits, and developing internal controls and policies.
Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices; fluency with accounting systems, Excel, and other modern financial platforms.
Strong leadership and management skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
Self-motivated, with a track record of successfully managing and implementing complex projects, handling multiple tasks, and maintaining excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, develop relationships with diverse stakeholders, and communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Trustworthy and dependable, with the ability to work with confidential information.
A team player who's open to feedback, adaptable to change, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing organization.
A positive attitude, creative mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Committed to high ethical standards and operating with professionalism and integrity.
A passion for the mission and vision of Family Promise of Hawaiʻi.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Master’s degree in business, finance, or a related field, or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
Familiarity with government grants and nonprofit finances; financial management of affordable housing projects; and/or Medicaid billing.
Working knowledge of local, state, federal funders and regulations related to homelessness and social services.
Our Commitment to Equity
In line with Family Promise of Hawaiʻi’s core values, we are committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, social justice, and antiracism throughout our work. We value the different forms of experience and expertise on our team, and we strive to build an organization that leverages each employee’s unique skills and perspectives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to this position, even if you’ve had a less traditional career path or don’t think you check every box in the job description.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this full-time position is $75,000 – $95,000.
Benefits at Family Promise of Hawaiʻi include:
A passionate team and mission-driven work environment.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (covered for employees).
25 paid sick and vacation days and 13 holidays.
A 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution — regardless of how much you choose to contribute, we will contribute 3% of your salary.
Paid family and medical leave, allowing you to take time off for the birth or adoption of a new child, your own serious medical condition, or caregiving for a close family member's serious medical condition.
Monthly cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Professional development and training opportunities.