Director of Finance and Administration

Job overview

The Director of Finance and Administration role is primarily onsite in Pittsburgh, PA, with the ability to work remotely when necessary, and compensation of $125,000–$135,000 per year. The Advanced Leadership Institute’s mission is to strengthen companies, institutions, and communities by cultivating leadership through executive education programs tailored to support and develop Black leaders and their allies. The director leads finance, accounting, human resources, technology, and operational infrastructure as the organization scales. The role builds internal capacity, strengthens controls, and supports the institute’s planned transition to individual giving in 2027.

What you'll do

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, reconciliation, and financial reporting to the CEO and Board
• oversee donor and pledge accounting, gift processing, and grant and campaign financial tracking
• administer organization-wide HR benefits, compliance, onboarding, and performance-management support
• oversee technology administration, vendors, and contracts
• coordinate operational controls, office operations, and facilities
• support Audit, Finance, and HR & Compensation committees
• strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial infrastructure
• supervise the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of finance and administration

finance leadership

nonprofit accounting

budgeting and forecasting

grant accounting

human resources

internal controls

executive education

pittsburgh pa

the advanced leadership institute

$125k–$135k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Supports the 2027 individual-giving transition and reports to the President and CEO. Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field required; master’s preferred. Nonprofit accounting and financial-management experience, including fund and grant accounting, required.

About the employer

Donnelly-Boland and Associates is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.