Director of Finance & Administration

The Climate Solutions Fund is seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to oversee financial and administrative functions. Responsibilities include financial strategy, accounting, budget management, and human resources oversight. The ideal candidate should have nonprofit finance experience and a commitment to climate policy. While the preferred location is Washington, DC, it is not required, suggesting some flexibility in work arrangements.
ABOUT US

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The Climate Solutions Fund (CSF) is a cutting-edge climate and energy advocacy organization working to build bipartisan support for policies essential to achieving decarbonization at scale and speed. We have a passionate, mission-driven, and bipartisan team, and a collaborative and high-energy organizational culture. As we continue to grow and scale our impact, we are seeking motivated early- to mid-career leaders to join us in advancing U.S. climate and energy leadership.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Finance & Administration will play a pivotal role at CSF, overseeing the organization’s finances and core administrative functions. Reporting directly to the executive team, the Director will serve as the organization’s Treasurer and be the backbone of our team.

Financial responsibilities include overall financial strategy, all accounting duties, and handling of tax forms. Administrative responsibilities include management of legal matters including contracts, managing the organization’s benefits package, and oversight of insurance policies.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in nonprofit finance and operations, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to bipartisan climate and energy policy.

We encourage applicants from diverse experiential and demographic backgrounds to apply. CSF is an equal-opportunity employer.

LOCATION

Preferred, but not required : Washington, DC

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management & Oversight :
• Develop and implement financial strategies in partnership with the leadership team.
• Oversee daily financial and accounting functions, including bookkeeping and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, cash flow forecasts, and monthly financial updates for the leadership team.
• Maintain and manage relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and compliance entities.
• Lead financial reporting, including Board presentations, grant analyses, and audit processes.
• Manage preparation and timely filing of tax forms (e.g., Form 990, state charitable registrations, 1099s).

Administration & Operations :
• Oversee human resources functions, including payroll and setting up the organization's benefits package.
• Oversee internal legal matters, including interfacing with legal counsel, and managing the organization’s policies and handbook and all legal contracts.
• Ensure smooth operational processes, including managing incoming mail and other administrative tasks.
• Miscellaneous operations support to the executive team.

Board & Team Support :
• Partner with the executive team to support Board engagement, including preparing quarterly financial reports and presenting key insights.
• Provide ad-hoc operational and financial analysis to inform strategic decisions.

QUALITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Qualities :
• Inspired by CSF’s mission to advance bipartisan U.S. climate leadership.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a get-it-done attitude and strong work ethic.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Nimble and flexible, and capable of managing complex, multi-faceted responsibilities.

Qualifications :
• 3–5 years of relevant nonprofit finance and operations leadership experience.
• Nonprofit board experience (e.g., Treasurer or Director roles) is helpful but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field is preferred; CPA designation is a plus but not required.
• Experience using Google Drive and Intuit / Quickbooks.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

COMPENSATION

CSF offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a benefits package, including flextime, time off, wellnessstipend, and more.

Salary range : $110,000-$150,000

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application, including your resume / CV and a cover letter, to hiring@climatesolutionsfund[dot]org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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