Director of Accounting and Grant Finance

• Lead the development of fundraising budgets for all proposals in conjunction with the VP of Finance and Operations and development team.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for The Mind Trust.
• Oversee and review daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit card activity.
• Lead month-end and year-end close process, restricted fund tracking, and preparation of financial reports for funders and the Board.

This role ensures financial integrity and strategic resource allocation, enabling The Mind Trust to expand its reach and provide high-quality education to students across Indianapolis and beyond.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related business field (MBA, CPA, or CMA a plus).
• 7+ years required (10 preferred) in progressive finance roles, including hands-on non-profit accounting and bookkeeping.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Bill.com, Excel, and financial systems; familiarity with automation tools.
• Grant management, budget development, financial allocation, and federal/state grant management experience required.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with substantial premium support; 403(b) plan with generous employer matching; life and disability coverage; professional development opportunities; generous PTO and paid holidays; family leave, adoption assistance, and childcare reimbursements.

The Mind Trust is a nonprofit organization based in Indianapolis dedicated to creating an educational system that ensures every student has access to high-quality education, through policy advocacy, community engagement, and empowering educators to launch new schools.