Application Guide

How to Apply for Director of Finance

at me too. International

🏢 About me too. International

me too. International is a survivor-led organization that has sparked a global movement to end sexual and gender-based violence. Grounded in Black feminist principles, the organization uniquely centers those most impacted while driving systemic change through advocacy, thought leadership, and grassroots organizing.

About This Role

As Director of Finance, you'll oversee all financial and operational functions for a growing global nonprofit, including budgeting, compliance, HR, and systems. This role is critical to ensuring the organization's infrastructure supports its mission, and you'll serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing monthly financials with the CEO, troubleshooting a QuickBooks issue, and meeting with the operations team to streamline vendor contracts. You might also prepare a grant budget narrative, respond to an audit request, and check in with international partners on compliance requirements.

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🎯 Who me too. International Is Looking For

  • A seasoned nonprofit finance leader with 8–12+ years of experience, including audit, grants management, and multi-entity compliance.
  • Someone who thrives on building operational systems and workflows, with hands-on QuickBooks and HRIS proficiency.
  • A strategic thinker who can translate financial data into actionable insights for the CEO and Board, while also managing day-to-day operations.
  • Deeply aligned with the mission to end gender-based violence and committed to survivor-led, anti-racist practices.

📝 Tips for Applying to me too. International

1

Highlight specific experience with multi-state or multi-entity nonprofit finance, including federal grant compliance and indirect cost rate negotiation.

2

Demonstrate proficiency in QuickBooks by mentioning specific modules used (e.g., classes, projects, or fund accounting).

3

Show how you've improved operational efficiency in a remote-first environment, e.g., implementing new tools or automating workflows.

4

Explicitly connect your experience to Black feminist principles or survivor-centered work in your cover letter or resume summary.

5

Address the international aspect: if you have experience with cross-border compliance or global entities, lead with it.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your commitment to the mission and understanding of survivor-led, anti-racist approaches.', 'Specific examples of nonprofit financial management, particularly audits, grants, and multi-entity structures.', 'Your experience leading HR and operations in a remote, values-driven organization.', 'Your ability to serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership and the Board.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read me too. International's annual reports and recent press releases to understand their financial scale and programmatic priorities.
  • → Explore their website's 'About' and 'Theory of Change' sections to grasp their Black feminist framework.
  • → Look into the founder's (Tarana Burke) background and the organization's evolution from hashtag to global nonprofit.
  • → Review any public financial documents (e.g., 990s) if available, to understand revenue sources and spending patterns.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How you've managed financial compliance for multi-state or international entities.
2 Your approach to budgeting and forecasting in a mission-driven, rapidly evolving organization.
3 Experience with QuickBooks and other tools; what systems would you implement to improve efficiency?
4 How you've handled HR challenges in a remote team, especially related to equity and inclusion.
5 Your understanding of the me too. movement and how you'd align financial decisions with Black feminist principles.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on corporate finance experience without connecting it to nonprofit contexts (especially grants and restricted funds).
  • Avoid generic statements about 'passion for the mission' without demonstrating specific knowledge of the organization's work.
  • Don't overlook the HR/operations aspect; this role is not just finance—be prepared to discuss systems, workflows, and people management.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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