About The University Corporation
The University Corporation is a non-profit auxiliary corporation providing commercial and administrative services to California State University, Northridge. Our mission is to provide services and solutions that address the needs of California State University, Northridge; to support the academic, research, and creative endeavors of its students, faculty, and staff; and to enhance the quality of campus life.
About Strength United
Strength United is a mission-driven nonprofit chartered under California State University, Northridge (CSUN), dedicated to supporting survivors of interpersonal violence across the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. With a team of approximately 70 staff, we serve over 12,000 individuals annually through a comprehensive suite of programs including the Family Justice Center, Child Advocacy Center, Trauma Informed Center, and Rape Crisis Center. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in Southern California for two consecutive years, we are a values-driven organization committed to trauma-informed care, survivor empowerment, and building a sustainable future for our community.
Mission: Transforming trauma and violence into empowerment, advancing systemic healing, and developing leaders for lasting change.
Overview: Strength United is at a pivotal moment in its organizational growth. We are actively diversifying our funding streams, expanding fee-for-service programs, and strengthening our financial infrastructure to support long-term sustainability. We are seeking an experienced and mission-aligned Director of Finance to serve as our senior financial leader — a strategic partner to the Executive Director and a steady hand for a dedicated team navigating meaningful change. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected community organization, shape a finance function from the ground up, and make a tangible difference in the lives of survivors across the San Fernando Valley.
Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):
- Provide strategic financial leadership, serving as a trusted thought partner to the Executive Director on all matters of organizational financial health
- Oversee preparation and analysis of P&L statements, cash flow projections, and financial forecasts to support executive level decision-making
- Lead all aspects of grant financial compliance and reporting across a complex portfolio of government and foundation funding
- Manage the annual audit process, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring timely, accurate submissions
- Supervise and develop finance staff, building team capacity and establishing strong financial systems and controls
- Support the organization’s funding diversification strategy, including financial modeling for new fee-for-service revenue streams (CalAIM, school-based services, VOC reimbursable services)
- Partner with program and operations leaders to build budgets, monitor expenditures, and provide financial guidance at the department level
- Ensure ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations applicable to nonprofit organizations
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of progressive nonprofit finance experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or director-level role
- Deep familiarity with government grant compliance and reporting (federal, state, and county contracts strongly preferred)
- Experience managing audits and working with external auditors in a nonprofit context
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial audiences
- Experience supervising finance staff and building or strengthening finance team infrastructure
- Proficiency in nonprofit accounting software (MIP, QuickBooks Nonprofit, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
- A collaborative, transparent leadership style and genuine commitment to mission-driven work
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus, though not required
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).
The anticipated hiring range: $110,000 -$120,000 per year
Time Base: Full – Time
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (b), Life, AD&D, Flex Spending
Work schedule: Hybrid - flexibility to work remotely with regular on-site presence in San Fernando
Pre-employment Requirements:
- County, State, and Federal Criminal Checks
- Driving Record
- Education Verification
- Reference Check
- Access to a reliable vehicle, valid California Driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance
- Must maintain personal cell phone
Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting with a low-to-moderate noise level; employee will need to utilize their personal vehicle for travel to and from meetings outside the office; employee must regularly communicate by telephone, written communications, and in-person with staff, families served, partners, funders, and other professionals; occasionally lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General Information
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND LIVE SCAN.
How to Apply
Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.
Application Screening begins April 17, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted before the date listed above. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link: http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.
