Finance Director

About Us: At Rock Creek, we believe in empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. We provide comprehensive support services to individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders, fostering their growth, independence, and happiness. At Rock Creek, we're not just a team – we're a family driven by love, compassion, and the unwavering belief that everyone deserves to live a life filled with purpose and joy. 

The Role: The Finance Director is responsible for directing and overseeing the financial operations of Rock Creek Foundation (RCF) and its subsidiary, CCRN Educational & Behavioral Supports (CCRN). This role provides hands-on financial leadership, ensures strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and regulatory compliance, and serves as the primary internal financial lead for both entities.

This individual will work collaboratively with our sister company's (Santé) Finance Team and CFO to ensure alignment, consistency, and accuracy across shared financial processes, while maintaining direct responsibility for RCF and CCRN’s day-to-day financial management, reporting, and fiscal oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Note: This role does not directly supervise finance staff, as accounting and transactional functions are performed by Santé. The Director is responsible for oversight, monitoring, validation, and accountability of deliverables produced by Santé’ Finance Team and serves as RCF/CCRN’s primary internal financial authority.

Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Direct and manage the day-to-day financial operations of RCF and CCRN, performing duties personally or through subordinate staff.
• Serve as the primary internal financial leader for both entities, ensuring financial stability, transparency, and accountability.
• Partner closely with the President to support strategic, operational, and financial decision-making.
• Assist/ Support and receive guidance from Sante CFO on the financial management, reporting, and fiscal oversight of RCF/CCRN 

Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead the annual budgeting process for RCF and CCRN, coordinating inputs from leadership, programs, and Sante.
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance and conduct variance analysis, identifying trends, risks, and corrective actions.
• Develop rolling forecasts, cash flow projections, and scenario analyses to support proactive decision-making.
• Prepare clear, board-ready financial reports, dashboards, and narratives for leadership, Finance Committee, and Board review.
• Provide financial modeling and analysis for new programs, expansions, contracts, capital projects, and strategic initiatives.

Collaboration with Santé Finance Team 

• Serve as the primary internal point of accountability for all financial deliverables provided by the Sante Finance Team related to RCF and CCRN.
• Actively monitor, review, and validate Sante-produced financial outputs including monthly closes, financial statements, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Attend and participate in Sante finance team meetings relevant to RCF and CCRN to ensure alignment, timeliness, and issue resolution.
• Establish clear expectations, timelines, and quality standards for Sante finance deliverables.
• Identify gaps, delays, or risks in financial processes and elevate issues as needed to the President and Sante CFO.
• Ensure seamless coordination between Sante-supported functions (AP, AR, payroll coordination, billing) and internal operational needs.

Accounting, Compliance & Controls

• Maintain ownership of accounting integrity for RCF and CCRN, ensuring GAAP compliance and consistency across entities.
• Review and approve reconciliations and close packages prepared by Sante finance Team.
• Coordinate with Sante finance team on the review of the monthly account reconciliation and preparation of the reports for the Director’s review process.
• Establish, document, and enforce internal financial controls and policies.
• Ensure audit-ready records at all times, including support for grant, Medicaid, and contract compliance.
• Monitor regulatory and payer requirements impacting financial operations and reimbursement.
• Preparing reports required by regulatory agencies such as DDA , BHA, HUD and other counties.

Audit & External Relationships

• Serve as the internal lead for annual audits, working in close coordination with Sante, external auditors, and leadership.
• Review audit schedules, financial statements, and management letters prior to submission.
• Track and ensure timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations.
• Manage relationships with banks, lenders, and financial institutions, including cash management and account oversight.
• Coordination with Benefits and Insurance brokers for annual renewals and other reviews and activities 

Revenue, Billing & Cash Management

• Oversee revenue cycle performance for RCF and CCRN, including Medicaid, grant, and contract funding streams.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as A/R aging, denials, exceptions, cash collections, and billing timeliness.
• Review billing and collections reports produced by Sante and flag risks, trends, or corrective actions.
• Oversee cash flow management and liquidity planning, ensuring sufficient operating reserves.

Financial Oversight & Organizational Partnership

• Provide financial oversight and guidance to program, operations, compliance, and development teams.
• Support grant budgeting, financial reporting, and funder compliance in partnership with Development and Compliance.
• Build financial literacy among leadership by translating financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• Participate as a core member of the RCF/CCRN Operations Team, supporting enterprise-wide planning and execution.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university. 
• Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, preferably in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, or human services environments. 
• Experience managing multi-entity or subsidiary financial structures is strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting tools, and payroll systems. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Experience with nonprofit accounting, restricted funds, grants management, and Medicaid-funded services preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to the organization's mission and values.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred.

Other Qualifications

Must be able to work individually as well as within a team. Must be able to multi-task. Must be able to work with “high-risk” consumers who have mental illnesses as well as developmental and physical disabilities (ie: must have patience, and must be able to effectively communicate with diverse consumers, etc.). We expect all staff to have a strong desire to provide excellent customer service; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own professional performance. Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with other staff and individuals served.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend long hours using office equipment and computers and must occasionally lift and/or move supplies and materials. This is a busy position with constant activity and interruptions, which will require the employee to meet with others on a regular basis. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to normal office conditions, as well as outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may be required to ride in a vehicle for extended periods of time and walk to wherever it is necessary to perform essential duties and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Driving/Travel
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have access to a vehicle to use for business purposes. The employee must possess a valid Driver’s License and proof of current automobile insurance. Travel up to 25–50% between RCF and CCRN locations.

What We Offer

At The Rock Creek Foundation, you’re not just an employee — you’re a valued change agent. Here’s what you can expect:  

• Salary Range: $90,000 -$95,000 annually.
• Robust Retirement Plan – 403(b) with company match to support your future.
• Health Coverage – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Time to Recharge – Generous paid time off.
• Celebrate You – Enjoy your birthday off every year!
• Training & Growth – Ongoing development programs and career advancement opportunities.
• Culture of Purpose – A welcoming, inclusive environment where you belong.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in your education, and we’ll support you.
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life's challenges.
• Wellness Perks – Annual wellness initiatives and access to the Calm App.
• Recognition & Rewards – Through our Awardco platform and referral program.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy deals through FunEx and more.
• Comprehensive Insurance –
• Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Optional legal assistance and transferable life insurance
• Pet insurance for your furry family
• Ancillary plans like critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity
• Financial Flexibility – Flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help with healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Disclaimers:  Rock Creek Foundation aspires to create an organization that places value on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and inclusivity. To achieve this success, it is essential that all members of our organization feel secure, welcomed, and respected. All members of our organization have a responsibility to uphold these values.  
Rock Creek Foundation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Rock Creek Foundation participates in E-Verify. http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf