Director of Finance

For nearly 80 years, Sandy Cove Ministries has been a place where millions of people have connected with God and each other.  

We offer year-round signature programs designed to uplift and strengthen individuals and families, including summer vacation packages and a day camp for kids. We also contract with ministries and organizations, helping them create their own impactful retreats and events on our property.  

All of this happens at our breathtaking location on the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay in North East, Maryland. With 150 guest rooms in our lodge and 220 beautiful acres, we offer guests authentic hospitality and the rest and renewal they crave.  

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Sandy Cove Ministries is seeking a full-time Director of Finance to join our team. 

The Director of Finance plays a key leadership role in managing the organization's day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, audits, grants management, and internal controls. This position ensures compliance with non-profit accounting standards and supports strategic decision-making through accurate financial reporting. 

General Purpose: To maintain excellent fiscal stewardship of the resources we have been entrusted with.  

Role Qualifications:

• Missionally-minded, practicing Christian growing in Christlikeness
• Commitment to the mission of Sandy Cove Ministries
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or CPA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting/financial management experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and fund accounting.
• Experience with financial software such as Eagle Accounting Software
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a small finance team.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting 

• Oversee the organization’s accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and grants management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior leadership, board of directors, and funders.
• Maintain and improve financial reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit-specific standards (IRS 990, etc.).
• Manage cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and multi-year budget planning.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements for leadership and the board of directors.
• Assist with preparing materials for board finance committee and board meetings.
• Support the CEO/ Executive Director with reports and presentations.

Budgeting & Forecasting 

• Lead the development of the annual organizational budget.
• Monitor actual vs. budget performance and prepare variance reports.
• Provide financial forecasting to inform strategic decision-making.

Grant & Fund Accounting 

• Oversee restricted/unrestricted fund accounting.
• Ensure compliance with grant agreements.
• Prepare financial reports for grantors and funders as needed.

Audit & Compliance 

• Coordinate the annual audit and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Prepare and file Form 990 and other tax filings, in collaboration with external CPAs.

Cash Flow & Investment Management 

• Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure organizational sustainability.
• Manage banking relationships and monitor investment accounts if applicable.

Team Leadership 

• Supervise Accounting team (AP, Payroll, Accounting Assistants).
• Provide training, performance reviews, and mentorship to the Accounting team.

Systems & Process Improvement 

• Evaluate and implement accounting systems, software, and tools.
• Streamline financial processes for efficiency and accuracy.

General  

• Provide Christlike leadership for employees
• Participate in annual strategic planning.
• Oversee and advise on program pricing and sales performance.
• Perform any other reasonable task assigned

 Reporting to this position: Accounting Assistant, Payroll Associate 

Physical demands of work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, talk, hear and drive on occasion. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.    

Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. Normal office environment   

Compensation: Minimum: $81,070.00 | Maximum: $101,337.00   

Full-Time Employee Benefits: Health Insurance (Individual and Family), Dental Insurance, Life, LTD, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with employer match, service awards, meal privileges, tuition reimbursement, attend Sandy cove events free and discounted lodging for staff and immediate family.     

Learn more about Sandy Cove by visiting www.sandycove.org.