Director of Finance and Operations

Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education (Georgia CORE)

Location: Atlanta, GA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (1 day/week in office)

About Georgia CORE

The Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education (Georgia CORE) is working to strengthen the fight against the state's second-leading killer: cancer. As a statewide nonprofit, Georgia CORE connects patients to groundbreaking cancer treatments, advances health equity, and supports critical oncology research across Georgia.

Strong financial stewardship and operational excellence are central to this mission—and this role will be central to both.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a finance and operations leader who wants their work to directly shape health equity, research access, and patient outcomes.

This is a pivotal role for a leader who thrives in mission-driven organizations where strategy, execution, and innovation all sit at the same table. You'll partner closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to strengthen Georgia CORE's financial foundation and operational infrastructure during a period of organizational growth.

What You'll Do

Financial Leadership

• Drive financial strategy, multi-year planning, and organizational forecasting
• Lead federal grants compliance, reporting, and stewardship across multiple funding sources
• Oversee all financial reporting to government agencies, donors, and the Board
• Coordinate annual audits and support the Finance & Audit Committee
• Build and optimize financial systems, controls, and scalable processes

Strategic Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, shaping organizational priorities
• Translate complex financial data into clear insights that drive decision-making
• Support long-range strategic planning and scenario analysis

Operations & Administration

• Oversee HR administration, recruitment, benefits, and performance management (via TriNet)
• Manage vendor relationships, consultant agreements, and contract administration
• Lead IT infrastructure planning and ensure systems support organizational needs
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement

Governance

• Serve as ex-officio Secretary/Treasurer to the Board of Directors
• Support Board meetings, committees, and governance processes

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in finance and business administration roles, ideally in nonprofit organizations or organizations with federal grant funding
• Proven expertise in federal grants administration and compliance—you understand the unique requirements and regulations governing government-funded work
• Nonprofit accounting knowledge—experience with fund accounting, restricted revenue, and nonprofit financial reporting
• Strategic and tactical fluency—comfortable presenting to a Board and rolling up your sleeves to solve operational challenges
• Clear communication skills—ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance audiences including clinicians, researchers, and community partners
• Systems thinking—track record of building processes, implementing controls, and creating operational efficiency

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field required
• MBA in health administration, business administration, or related field preferred
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred

Preferred Experience

• Healthcare, life sciences research, or academic medical center background
• Experience with QuickBooks Online and nonprofit financial management systems
• Prior board support or governance experience
• Familiarity with clinical trials administration or research operations

Why This Role Matters

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Build systems from the ground up rather than simply maintaining existing processes
• Elevate financial visibility and decision-making capacity for executive leadership and the Board
• Shape organizational strategy as a key member of the senior leadership team
• Drive sustainable growth by establishing the financial and operational infrastructure needed to support Georgia CORE's expanding impact
• Make a direct difference in how Georgia patients access cancer research and innovative treatments

This role is ideal for a finance professional ready to step into broader strategic responsibility, who values autonomy and ownership, and who's looking for work that matters beyond the bottom line.

What Georgia CORE Offers

• Flexible hybrid work arrangement: One day per week in Atlanta office; remote work for remainder of week
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Professional development support and continuing education opportunities
• Leadership visibility: Direct Board interaction and meaningful governance exposure as ex-officio Board member
• Mission impact: Tangible connection to cancer research, health equity, and patient care that changes lives

Who Thrives in This Role

Mission-Driven Professionals who want their financial expertise to advance health equity and save lives

Builders and Problem-Solvers who are energized by creating order, implementing systems, and establishing best practices

Collaborative Leaders who work effectively with diverse stakeholders—from clinical researchers to government officials to board members

Adaptable Thinkers comfortable with ambiguity and changing priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment

Values Alignment over compensation maximization—candidates who prioritize meaningful work and mission impact