Finance Director Eagle Butte, SD

The Finance Director at Cheyenne River Youth Project in Pierre, South Dakota oversees all financial operations, including accounting, payroll, grants administration, compliance, HR, and a small finance team. The role partners with the Deputy Director and CEO on budgeting and long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting functions using QuickBooks: accounts payable, deposits, invoicing, payroll, reconciliations, and purchase orders
• Balance check registers and ensure accurate, timely processing of all financial transactions
• Oversee social enterprise financial systems including daily closeouts, catering bids, collections, and reconciliations
• Prepare quarterly and annual account reconciliations; monitor tax and financial reporting compliance; support cash flow forecasting
• Lead annual budget development in collaboration with all departments
• Facilitate weekly budget meetings with staff covering active grants, funder requirements, spending reviews, and amendment planning
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports, funder reports, investment summaries, and cash flow statements for leadership and the Board of Directors
• Analyze financial trends and organizational health; advise the Deputy Director and CEO on financial decisions and strategic planning
• Maintain complete documentation and archival of all funding awards
• Support grant proposals with budget development, financial documentation, and proposal review
• Track donations and ensure timely donor acknowledgment
• Manage direct mail database and bulk mailings in coordination with the Communications Director
• Maintain personnel records, administer the timekeeping system, process payroll, and file payroll taxes
• Track staff hours for grant reporting purposes
• Administer employee benefits orientation including 401(k), health, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Manage organizational insurance coverage: general liability, auto, property, workers' compensation, and employee coverage
• Conduct State and Tribal background checks and drug testing for new hires; maintain and secure employee files
• Coordinate annual audits, compilations, and desk audits with independent auditors and financial consultants
• Develop and review financial policies, procedures, and system controls
• Supervise and support the development of finance department staff
• Manage CRYP's Family Services program in coordination with finance and programming staff
• Maintain the facilities and building rental calendar
• Track and record volunteer hours; engage donors as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, nonprofit financial management, or related field
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, spreadsheets, and data management systems
• Experience managing, forecasting, and reporting on organizational finances
• Knowledge of financial compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience preparing financial statements, identifying trends, and producing quarterly/annual reports
• Valid South Dakota driver's license (or ability to obtain one)
• Must pass background check and drug screening

Technologies

• QuickBooks
• Spreadsheets

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• Dental
• Supplemental insurance
• Paid time off
• Indigenous holiday schedule with floating days
• Professional development
• Relocation and housing assistance

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, nonprofit financial management, or a related field
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, spreadsheets, and data management systems
• Experience managing, forecasting, and reporting on organizational finances
• Knowledge of financial compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience preparing financial statements, identifying trends, and producing quarterly/annual reports
• Valid South Dakota driver's license (or ability to obtain one)
• Must pass background check and drug screening
• 5+ years of nonprofit finance and grants management experience
• Knowledge of governmental accounting methods
• Experience with personnel management
• Familiarity with American Indian communities
• First Aid / Safety certification (or willingness to be trained)