Job ID: CE485584917
Location: Lincoln, NE
Category: Executive & Management
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 09/17/2026
Director of Finance | $105K–$120K | Lincoln, NE | Onsite | Direct Hire
Job Description
An established Lincoln organization is seeking an experienced Finance professional to lead its accounting and financial operations and serve as a key financial partner to executive leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both the hands-on and leadership sides of finance. You’ll take ownership of a significant annual budgeting process, oversee accounting and financial reporting, lead the business office, and help ensure compliance across multiple programs and affiliated entities.
Your New Employer
You’ll join a mission-driven organization with exceptional employee longevity and a strong commitment to the Lincoln community. The current Finance Director has been with the organization for decades and will remain in place during an extended transition period, giving the incoming leader the opportunity to learn the organization, its budgeting cycle, year-end close, audit process, and regulatory environment alongside an experienced incumbent.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Flexible work schedule
- Strong benefits including- 8% employer retirement contribution after six months
- Significant transition period with the current Finance Director still on staff to help train
- Direct exposure & influence to executive leadership
- Long-term leadership opportunity with an organization that values employee retention and stability
What You’ll Do
- Develop, Assemble, and Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process
- Oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, AP/AR, payroll, and audit preparation
- Manage and develop finance/business office staff
- Support regulatory compliance, funding, and financial policies
- Present financial information to leadership and key stakeholders
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
- Strong accounting and finance leadership experience
- Hands-on experience building and managing a large annual budget
- Financial reporting and audit preparation experience
- Nonprofit, governmental, or regulated-industry experience preferred
- CPA, Yardi, or public-sector experience is a plus
- Ability to work 100% onsite in Lincoln
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
