Fiscal Director

Position: Fiscal Director

Compensation: $90,000 with 100% employer sponsored health insurance and retirement account that includes up to 3% company match.

Location: On site in NYC with option for flexible hybrid after 6 months contingent upon successfully learning and maintaining all fiscal functions, and providing monthly closing of individual grant billing and organizational-wide reconciliations provided to the executive director for review.

Join NEXT Harm Reduction: Lead Our Financial Future and Support a Vital Mission

At NEXT Harm Reduction, we believe in meeting people where they are. We provide essential online and mail-based harm reduction resources to individuals who face barriers to accessing in-person services. We’re driven by a commitment to compassion, evidence-based practices, and reducing the harms associated with drug use. As we experience significant growth, we’re seeking a dedicated Fiscal Director to guide our financial operations and ensure our continued ability to serve our community.

This is more than just a finance role; it’s an opportunity to contribute directly to a movement that saves lives. As Fiscal Director, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health and stability of our organization, allowing us to expand our reach and impact.

Important Information:

Because this position involves access to sensitive information, a background check is required. This may also include bonding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial functions, from managing day-to-day transactions and grant administration to developing budgets and ensuring compliance.
• Manage month-end and year-end closes, cost allocation across various grants, revenue recognition, cash management, and meticulous management of restricted funds.
• Prepare and submit timely reports to funders and organizational leadership, keeping everyone informed of our financial standing.

Essential Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of non-profit accounting principles, particularly as they relate to grant management and compliance.
• Expertise in QuickBooks Online, with a focus on fund accounting and using a classing system to track individual grants.
• Comfort working with auditors, preparing year-end adjustments, and managing restricted fund balances.
• Advanced Excel skills for creating grant budgets and conducting detailed expense analyses for audits.
• Strong communication skills to present financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At NEXT, we recognize the value of lived experience. We strongly encourage applications from:

• Individuals who have personal or family experience with drug use, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or sex work.
• People of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people living with HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis C.

We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our work and strengthen our ability to connect with the communities we serve.