DescriptionPosition: Senior Director, Finance / ControllerPosition Type: Full-TimeReports to: Kelli Herrick, Interim COOLocation: Hybrid in Washington, DCAnticipated Start: December 2026 / January 2027 ABOUT THE ROLEFuture Caucus seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Director of Finance / Controller to lead finance operations. Responsible for integrity of financial systems, reporting, controls, compliance, planning, and analysis. Ensures high-quality accounting practices; supports strategic decision-making and budgeting; oversees financial grant reporting & contracts; equips executive team and department leads with information, tools, processes, and guidance to manage budgets and steward funds.We’re looking for someone excited about finance system transformation on a growing team—able to think big-picture and operationalize systems day to day. Operations & finance teams are service-oriented, enabling impact and efficiency while managing risk. The ideal candidate has a strong background in nonprofit finance, is a proactive communicator, and is detail-oriented. Reports to the COO and oversees relationships with external accountant, audit team, and other financial vendors.RESPONSIBILITIES (selected)Financial Strategy & Leadership: Serve as senior internal finance leader; provide strategic guidance to CEO, COO, Board, and senior team; develop and maintain financial plans (cash flow, reserves, investments); contribute to long-term strategic/operational plans; communicate performance & forecasts; translate complex financials into clear insights; prepare CEO/COO for quarterly Board financial reports with recommendations.Budgeting & Financial Planning: Oversee annual operating budget with leadership; lead forecasting and establish cadences; monitor performance and variances; embed financial processes, tools, and policies; lead budget reviews with department heads; provide financial oversight of grants (budget development, reporting, compliance, cost allocation, reimbursement).Financial Reporting & Systems: Prepare and present monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports & narratives (activities, position, cash flows, budget-to-actual); analyze and interpret results into insights and recommendations; oversee year-end statements and compliance with GAAP and fund accounting.Administration, Compliance, and Risk Management: Establish and maintain internal controls; identify/escalate material risks with corrective actions; ensure accuracy of financial data and oversee external accounting firm (GL, AP/AR, payroll, month-end close); oversee tax returns (e.g., Form 990) and annual audit; develop financial policies and staff training; manage AP procedures & technologies; complete registrations, licenses, and insurance; perform other related duties.To learn more and apply, please submit your application on Workable by the priority deadline of October 13th.