Director of Finance and Administration

About Us

Orr Group is a strategic partner to nonprofit organizations, helping them solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model, we go beyond traditional consulting - providing hands-on leadership, expertise, and execution to drive transformative fundraising and organizational growth. For over 30 years, we have collaborated with mission-driven organizations to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies, grow revenue, and build capacity to ensure long-term success. Our work spans campaign management, major gifts strategy, board development, planned giving, talent management, and beyond. We remain nimble, forward-thinking, and results-driven, helping our clients navigate an ever-evolving philanthropic landscape.

Position Summary

Orr Group is seeking a Director, Finance & Administration to join our team at a pivotal time of growth. Reporting to the COO, the Director will lead the financial management of the firm while overseeing HR administrative functions. This role ensures that Orr Group’s finances, HR, and operations are structured, compliant, and positioned to advance organizational strategy.

The Director will manage accounting, reporting, and compliance functions; supervise the Associate Director of Human Resources; and collaborate with executive leadership to ensure both financial and people operations support the firm’s long-term goals. This role requires a leader who is equally comfortable running financial systems and processes as they are guiding HR and people operations.

Responsibilities

FINANCE

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day financial operations, including accounts receivable/payable, invoicing, reconciliations, expenses, and bookkeeping.
• Manage tax, audit, insurance, compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
• Serve as administrator for financial systems.
• Elevate financial issues and discrepancies to executive leadership with analysis and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate forecasts, support budget development, and monitor variances.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, vendors, and insurance providers.
• Provide executives with insights into organizational finances to inform decision-making.
• Partner with external family office representatives on select financial and administrative matters, maintaining discretion and alignment with organizational needs.

HR

• Translate executive priorities into HR policies, systems, and processes, with support from the Associate Director of HR and the COO.
• Partner with the COO to ensure HR and finance decisions align with organizational strategy.
• Supervise and develop the Associate Director of HR, ensuring effective execution of HR operations and administration.
• Produce HR reporting and analytics to support workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in finance, administration, or operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA or accounting background preferred).
• Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment a plus.
• Experience working with or supporting a family-owned or closely held business is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, compliance requirements, and relevant regulations.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency with financial and HR systems (Unanet, Paylocity, Salesforce familiarity preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to translate financial and operational concepts for non-specialist audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• High integrity, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.

Additional Information

Location

Orr Group offices are located in Washington, DC and New York City. Candidates must be based in either metropolitan area.

Salary Range

The base salary for this role starts at $140,000 with an annual bonus potential of up to $25,000. 

Benefits

The comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid holidays, and generous paid time off.

Orr Group Careers

At Orr Group, we recognize that diversity strengthens our impact. We actively seek team members from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences to better serve our clients and the communities they support. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive, contribute, and grow.

Our goal is to attract, develop, and retain exceptional people and create a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential. We are deeply committed to providing advancement opportunities, mentorship, and the resources you need to explore your talents and aspirations. At Orr Group, we believe in investing in our employees’ growth – whether through ongoing professional development, exposure to a wide range of high-impact projects, or the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across all levels.

Working at Orr Group means being part of a passionate, supportive, and team-oriented environment. You’ll work alongside bright, humble, and friendly colleagues who are as dedicated to achieving exceptional results as they are to fostering a positive, collaborative atmosphere. While our work can be challenging and high-pressure, it is also incredibly rewarding. We are driven by a shared mission to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges, and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a diverse and dynamic team.

Orr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.