Finance Director

Boston, Massachusetts, United States The Pioneers

The Pioneers is looking for a finance director with excellent organizational and analytical skills. The director is expected to be detail‑oriented, knowledgeable on statistics, have strong problem‑solving skills, and an investigative nature.

Budgeting and Analysis

• Manage annual preparation of a mission-driven budget, working in close collaboration with the Executive Team and outsourced accounting team.

• Conduct financial analyses to allow the Executive Team and program leaders to make data-informed decisions.

• Manage cash and ensure funds are adequate to meet operational needs.

• Lead annual audit preparation in collaboration with auditors

• Ensure completion of Form 990, Massachusetts Form PC and 1099 submissions.

• Lead preparation of monthly invoices and financial reports for a wide range of Funds,Grants and Donations.

• Support execution of grants and contract documents, ensuring appropriate systems are in place for billing and financial reporting.

• Ensure cash receipts are coded and properly reflected in the general ledger

• Process accounts payable via BILL and manual checks, record all business transactions in Quick Books.

• Reconcile credit cards on a monthly basis with support of Operations Manager.

• Collaborate with outsourced accounting to manage monthly close and produce financial statements.

• Along with the Executive Director, staff the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; schedule meetings and support the preparation of reports and agendas.

• Provide training and technical assistance for staff to support the development of financial literacy and management and skills within the team.

• Maintain up-to-date industry knowledge via regular research, training, and consultation.

• Collaborate with Operations and Information Technology department to renew or improve system applications.

• Other duties maybe assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience.

• Strong financial analysis skills, ability to make sense of complex financial data and translate it for a wide range of audiences.

• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Products, Expense Management Software,Quick Books Online, ability to assess, learn, and lead the implementation of new digital systems.

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