Finance and Operations Director

Infant/Child Enrichment Services, Inc. seeks a Finance and Operations Director to provide cross-functional leadership across finance, operations, and human resources. This on-site role strengthens controls, oversees grant and contract compliance, manages budgets and audits, leads a small team, and serves as interim leader when the Executive Director is away.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, accounting, payroll, and the maintenance of internal controls.
• Provide direct support to program managers in creating and administering program budgets.
• Prepare financial statements and accompanying documentation for the board and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Treasurer and other Board Members on financial matters.
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit.
• Maintain grant records, ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Keep program managers informed of grant program requirements, funding terms, and regulatory changes.
• Generate monthly profit and loss and balance sheet summaries, including recording journal entries.
• Implement and maintain systems for accounting, payroll, timekeeping, inventory, and fixed assets.
• Coordinate and supervise finance functions across all program areas.
• Serve as the main contact for program managers to support and troubleshoot internal processes such as purchase orders, travel reimbursements, emergency preparedness, risk and safety, and technology.
• Collaborate with staff to streamline existing processes and support new initiatives.
• Periodically review and propose updates to salary structures and benefits programs.
• Regularly review and update manuals and procedures.
• Oversee improvements and maintenance of office facilities, vehicles, IT and phone systems, and leases.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and open enrollment.
• Act as the staff HR contact, oversee performance evaluations, and maintain personnel records.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices.
• Provide backup coverage for the Executive Director during absences.

Requirements

• Minimum senior management experience of 2 years (required).
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation

Salary range: USD 77,000.00 – 95,000.00 per year.

Location

Location: Sonora, CA 95370 (Preferred).

Work location: In person.

Application Questions

• Applicants must hold a valid California driver's license.