Accounting and Finance Manager

About the job Accounting and Finance Manager

Job Description

Position Title: Accounting & Finance Manager

Department: Administration

Reports to: Executive Director

Salary Range: DOE

Classification: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

The Director of Finance & HR contributes to the overall success of the company by effectively managing and hands‑on implementing all financial tasks for the organization. The Director of Finance partners with the Executive Director and senior management team in strategic decision‑making and operations.

• Develop and present timely and accurate financial reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met.
• Create an annual organizational budget with Executive Director and approve and monitor departmental budgets.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, including preparation of all supporting information and consulting with the Board’s Audit Committee and the external auditors as necessary.
• Assist Program Directors and Managers with the preparation of budgets for funding applications.
• Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions.
• Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and petty cash.
• Reconcile bank and investment accounts.
• Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting.
• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy.
• Oversee the bookkeeping function including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Oversee the management of all leases, contracts, and other financial commitments.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure and stored in compliance with current legislation.
• Manage the acquisition of capital assets and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized, and disposed of as appropriate.
• Prepare annual charitable return in a timely manner as appropriate.
• Consult with the Treasurer, Finance Committee, and/or Audit Committee as appropriate.
• Assist the Executive Director and the Board Treasurer with financial reporting as required.

Further develop the company's human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training, and recruiting. Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.

Direct all personnel procedures including the recruitment, employment, and salary administration of all employees consistent with company policies and procedures. Ensure all personnel procedures are conducted in full accordance with all federal and state regulations.

Negotiate and manage the employee insurance and benefits plans. Monitor performance and compliance of benefit programs.

Minimum of a B.A., ideally with an MBA/CPA or related degree. At least 7-10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 6+ years of broad financial and operations management experience. Experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting, and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area.

A successful history in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization, and critical thinking skills which support and enable sound decision making.

Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. A hands‑on multi‑tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast‑paced environment.

Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of the company. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to resolve disputes, negotiate conflicts and observe confidentiality.

Ability to use PC and widely used software packages, e.g.,…