Applicants need to be legally allowed to work in the US. This is a remote position that requires ability to work in US-time zones. Travel for occasional in-person collaboration is expected.
What is One Project?
One Project is a nonprofit social venture. We're building the infrastructure for a new kind of economy — one that benefits everyone. Communities worldwide are already creating alternatives to outdated economic systems that prioritize profit over people and the planet. One Project provides the technology and nurtures the network of alternatives, laying the groundwork for a sustainable, community-driven future.
Why do we need a new economy?
Today’s current economic systems reward profit over people and the planet. This misaligned incentive structure drives the current global polycrisis. When trees are valued more dead than alive, we end up with ecological devastation. When children are more valuable on their screens than living their childhoods, we get social media addiction. When war is more profitable than peace, we end up with a military industrial complex that thrives on endless wars. At One Project, we spent our first few years researching these interlinked challenges and realized that we need to address the root cause: we need a new economy with different incentives.
Our history and role
We are not alone in this realization. All around the world, there is a growing ecosystem of communities, movements, and experts who are already working towards a just transition to a new economy. We launched in 2021 with a focus on listening to and supporting these change-makers, and today, One Project is a substantial grantmaker in the new economy space ($32M to date). Our current direction is the outcome of what we heard from more than 300 field leaders, dozens of leading organizations, and extensive in-house research: One Project’s role is to build shared infrastructure and a network to move resources to community control. We call this infrastructure Common.
What is Common?
Common is a collectively governed technical infrastructure that enables a thriving global network of people, projects, and polities to successfully coordinate the world's resources in service of democratically determined goals. This helps build power for the transition to a new economy.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director, Finance plays a critical role in shaping and managing the financial infrastructure that enables One Project's mission and growth. This role is part of a succession plan as our current Director, Finance approaches retirement. The Director, Finance will develop, implement, and maintain robust financial strategies and systems to support diverse funding streams, growing organizational needs, and innovative product development initiatives. The Director, Finance is a key partner to leadership and program teams, balancing strategic financial planning with hands-on execution of day-to-day financial operations.
What You'll Do
Financial Strategy & Systems
Financial Operations & Compliance
Reporting & Communication
Payroll & Benefits
Grants & Pooled Funds
You may be the candidate we’re looking for if you bring…
Core Experience
Skills & Expertise
Expertise in nonprofit accounting principles and compliance requirements
Proficiency in financial, payroll, accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks Online, BILL, Expensify)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining high standards
Valuable Perspectives
Qualities We Value
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe that our work is strengthened by a diversity of perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from candidates who:
At One Project, team members bring our values to life when they:
Applicants need to be legally allowed to work in the US. This is a remote position that requires ability to work in US-time zones. Travel for occasional in-person collaboration is expected.
What is One Project?
One Project is a nonprofit social venture. We're building the infrastructure for a new kind of economy — one that benefits everyone. Communities worldwide are already creating alternatives to outdated economic systems that prioritize profit over people and the planet. One Project provides the technology and nurtures the network of alternatives, laying the groundwork for a sustainable, community-driven future.
Why do we need a new economy?
Today’s current economic systems reward profit over people and the planet. This misaligned incentive structure drives the current global polycrisis. When trees are valued more dead than alive, we end up with ecological devastation. When children are more valuable on their screens than living their childhoods…