Director of Finance & Accounting
The Geological Society of America
- Remote / Hybrid via GSA’s Washington, DC, Boulder, Colorado, offices or Remote (Flex First)
- 2026-05-27
- $100,000-$125,000
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Director of Finance & Accounting
The Geological Society of America
- Remote / Hybrid via GSA’s Washington, DC, Boulder, Colorado, offices or Remote (Flex First)
- 2026-05-27
- $100,000-$125,000
Position Details
About the Geological Society of America
The Geological Society of America (GSA) (https://www.geosociety.org) unites a diverse community of geoscientists in a common purpose to study the mysteries of our planet (and beyond) and share scientific findings. Members and friends around the world, from academia, government, and industry, participate in GSA meetings, publications, and programs at all career levels to foster professional excellence. GSA values and supports inclusion through cooperative research, public dialogue on earth issues, science education, and the application of geoscience in the service of humankind.
The Geological Society of America seeks a Director of Finance and Accounting to join our Team!
Job Title: Director of Finance & Accounting
Location: Remote / Hybrid via GSA’s Washington, DC, Boulder, Colorado, offices or Remote (Flex First)
Reports to: GSA Executive Director & CEO
Employment Type: Full Time / Exempt
Level / Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000; generous holiday, PTO, health, and retirement benefits
The Job
The Geological Society of America (GSA) is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance & Accounting (F&A) to lead and modernize the Society’s financial operations, accounting systems, reporting, budgeting, and financial controls in support of GSA’s mission and long-term sustainability.
Reporting to the Executive Director & CEO, the Director of Finance & Accounting provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all accounting and financial functions across the Society and related entities. This role will oversee financial stewardship, organizational budgeting and forecasting, audits and compliance, investments, grants administration, and financial reporting while helping advance operational efficiency, process improvement, and enterprise financial systems modernization.
The Director of Finance & Accounting will serve as a collaborative partner across departments and will support financial operations related to meetings, publications, membership, grants, eCommerce, subscriptions, and international activities. This individual will also provide leadership for GSA’s financial systems infrastructure, including oversight and optimization of NetSuite ERP and related integrations.
The ideal candidate will bring substantial nonprofit finance and accounting leadership experience, strong knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting and GAAP, expertise with ERP systems and financial operations, and a demonstrated ability to lead organizational and systems improvements within a complex, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
●Provide strategic and operational leadership for all financial functions of the organization, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, investments, grants administration, audits, and compliance activities.
● Lead and oversee financial operations utilizing NetSuite ERP and related financial systems, including workflows, reporting structures, internal controls, approvals, integrations, dashboards, and process optimization.
● Maintain and strengthen nonprofit fund accounting practices, including restricted and unrestricted funds, deferred revenue, grant accounting, project tracking, and investment accounting.
● Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure the timely preparation of accurate financial statements, forecasts, dashboards, variance analyses, and management reports.
●Coordinate development of annual operating and capital budgets, including forecasting models, departmental collaboration, and reporting for leadership, committees, and governance groups.
● Prepare and monitor cash flow projections, investment reporting, and related financial analyses and recommendations for executive leadership, the Treasurer, Finance Committee, Investment Committee, Audit Committee, and Council.
● Lead annual audits, tax filings, compliance reporting, and related financial documentation activities.
● Develop, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, procurement processes, and audit readiness procedures.
● Collaborate with organizational leadership and department directors to analyze financial performance, operational trends, strategic initiatives, and budget variances.
● Partner with Information Technology and operational teams to support integrations between NetSuite and other enterprise systems, including AMS/CRM, payroll, banking, eCommerce, expense management, and reporting platforms.
● Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance & Accounting team, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and professional development.
● Participate as a member of the Executive Director’s leadership team and contribute to organizational strategy, operational planning, and cross-functional initiatives.
● Participate on Society committees and task forces as needed.
● Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
● Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
● Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience, including significant nonprofit accounting and fund accounting experience.
● Extensive experience leading finance and accounting operations within a complex nonprofit or mission-driven organization with multiple revenue streams.
● Extensive experience with NetSuite ERP administration, financial operations, reporting, workflows, and process optimization in a nonprofit environment required.
● Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit fund accounting, GAAP accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, deferred revenue management, grant accounting, and audit management.
● Strong understanding of internal controls, financial governance, compliance procedures, procurement oversight, and audit readiness best practices.
● Experience supporting operational environments involving meetings/events, publications, memberships, subscriptions, grants, sponsorships, eCommerce, and/or international activities preferred.
● Demonstrated ability to develop executive dashboards, financial models, KPI reporting, and organizational performance analyses.
● Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
● Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, improve operational efficiency, and develop scalable financial processes.
● Experience supervising and developing finance and accounting staff and external vendors.
● Technologically proficient with experience collaborating across finance, IT, and operational teams to improve enterprise systems and workflows.
● Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools required.
● Experience with nonprofit AMS/CRM platforms, payroll systems, expense management tools, and business intelligence/reporting platforms preferred.
● Collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
● Personal qualities of integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, credibility, and commitment to GSA’s mission.
● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective, diverse, and multicultural working relationships.
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a professional demeanor and the capacity for mature judgment in interactions with all levels of society members, staff, and external contacts.
● The highest ethical standards, ability to maintain confidentiality, and strong commitment to upholding GSA’s scientific integrity initiatives and RISE policies are required.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
● Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
● Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience, including significant nonprofit accounting and fund accounting experience.
● Extensive experience leading finance and accounting operations within a complex nonprofit or mission-driven organization with multiple revenue streams.
● Extensive experience with NetSuite ERP administration, financial operations, reporting, workflows, and process optimization in a nonprofit environment required.
● Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit fund accounting, GAAP accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, deferred revenue management, grant accounting, and audit management.
● Strong understanding of internal controls, financial governance, compliance procedures, procurement oversight, and audit readiness best practices.
● Experience supporting operational environments involving meetings/events, publications, memberships, subscriptions, grants, sponsorships, eCommerce, and/or international activities preferred.
● Demonstrated ability to develop executive dashboards, financial models, KPI reporting, and organizational performance analyses.
● Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
● Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, improve operational efficiency, and develop scalable financial processes.
● Experience supervising and developing finance and accounting staff and external vendors.
● Technologically proficient with experience collaborating across finance, IT, and operational teams to improve enterprise systems and workflows.
● Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools required.
● Experience with nonprofit AMS/CRM platforms, payroll systems, expense management tools, and business intelligence/reporting platforms preferred.
● Collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
● Personal qualities of integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, credibility, and commitment to GSA’s mission.
● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective, diverse, and multicultural working relationships.
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a professional demeanor and the capacity for mature judgment in interactions with all levels of society members, staff, and external contacts.
● The highest ethical standards, ability to maintain confidentiality, and strong commitment to upholding GSA’s scientific integrity initiatives and RISE policies are required.
Why Join GSA?
GSA offers a collaborative, mission-driven work environment where employees contribute to advancing geoscience research, discovery, education, and service to society. GSA is committed to supporting employees through competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, workplace flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth and leadership
GSA’s comprehensive benefits package includes:
● Medical, dental, vision, and employer-paid life insurance
● FSA and HSA options
● Pet insurance offerings
● Industry-leading vacation time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
● A flex-first workplace philosophy supporting flexible and remote work arrangements
● A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 7.5% direct employer contribution
● Professional development and continuing education opportunities
● Employee wellness and support resources
● A collaborative and inclusive organizational culture focused on innovation, service, and impact
Working Environment / Physical Activities
● Extensive computer work (six or more hours per day).
● Multiple projects and deadlines that create a demanding work environment are standard.
● May need to stand and walk for periods of time if attending GSA meetings.
● Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
● GSA has offices in Boulder, Colorado, and Washington, D.C., and has a FlexFirst policy for remote and hybrid work, ensuring productivity and work-life balance.
● Travel: Requires occasional national travel.
The opportunity is a full-time, exempt, flexible position with a remote work schedule. The salary range is $3,846.15 - $4,807.69 per pay period, annualized range $100,00 - $125,000. GSA provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and PTO, as well as paid holidays, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development. Additional recognized time off includes Juneteenth and Indigenous Peoples Day in 2026.
If you are interested in this position, please review the full job description and submit a cover letter and resume through the GSA Career Pathways Job Board. The anticipated start date is August 2026 or sooner if possible.
Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply immediately. This posting will close on June 26, 2026.
GSA is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. This commitment is embodied in organizational policy and the way we do business at GSA, and it is an important principle of sound business management.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran.
GSA Is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Geological Society of America Policy on Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Date: January 1, 2016
TO: All GSA Employees and Applicants
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Geological Society of America to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employee and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
The policy of equal employment opportunity (EEO) shall apply to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including hiring, probation, testing, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, social and recreational programs, and retirement. Geological Society of America is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Geological Society of America will analyze its personnel actions rigorously to ensure compliance with this policy.
Geological Society of America will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
As Executive Director of GSA, I am committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. In order to ensure dissemination and implementation of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action throughout all levels of the organization, I have selected HR Manager as the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Manager for GSA. EEO Manager is located at 3300 Penrose Place, Boulder CO 80301, 303-357-1027. EEO Manager is responsible for compliance with state and federal EEO laws and affirmative action regulations. She is also responsible for implementing the GSA's Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), including equal employment practices, monitoring and internal reporting. If you believe you have not been treated in accordance with this policy, please contact the EEO Manager. Our AAP for Veterans and the Disabled is available to you during normal business hours, in the Human Resources Office. Interested persons should contact the Human Resources office at 303-357-1027 for assistance. All employees and applicants for employment are protected, by both GSA policy and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action regulations and law, from coercion, intimidation, interference or discrimination for filing a complaint or assisting in an investigation.
I personally endorse the policy of equal employment opportunity. I ask your continued assistance and support in maintaining an environment that reflects GSA's commitment to equal and affirmative action. All personnel with responsibility for employment and personnel decisions are directed to perform their duties in accordance with this policy.
Vicki McConnell, Executive Director
Geological Society of America, Inc.