Managing Director of Finance
Sarofim Foundation
denise@denisesmith.net
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Sarofim Foundation (SF) seeks an experienced foundation or nonprofit leader with a proven track record of leading impact in the community. The Managing Director of Finance (MDF) will be a person of high caliber and high character who will take a deliberate approach to building a dynamic, partner-driven organization. A successful candidate will embody relentless optimism and humility.
The MDF will work with the Executive Director as a senior member of the leadership team to build and support systems for operational, financial, and accounting effectiveness. Working with the Executive Director and the Managing Director of Programs, the MDF will also help ensure the successful distribution of more than $100 million in annual grants. The Foundation has a shared services relationship with the finance team of Fayez Sarofim & Company. The MDF will work closely with this team and Foundation leadership to lead the day-to-day activities of the Foundation’s overall finance function, including grant disbursements, reporting/forecasting, budget management, advisor relations, cash management, and related functions. The position reports to the Executive Director and is located in Houston, Texas.