Director Finance Philanthropic Foundation

Title: Director Finance
Location: Long Beach, CA
Department: Finance
Status: Full-time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $139,859-$192,327 annual

The Memorial Medical Center Foundation (MMCF) raises and stewards philanthropic support for Long Beach Medical Center (LBMC) and Miller Children's and Women's Hospital (MCWH). Reporting to the Executive Director of Administration and Operations, the Controller is responsible for providing management, direction, and oversight of all financial activities at MMCF, including financial reporting, investment portfolio oversight, external audit, tax compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and support of internal controls and financial reporting systems.

Support the mission, vision, and values of LBMC, MCWH, and MMCF and actively work to enhance the reputation of LBMC and MMCF.

Work with MMCF executive management and directors to strategically plan and implement key financial initiatives, providing analysis, insight, and guidance within strategic planning.

Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer of Long Beach Memorial Medical Center to develop fiscal objectives in harmony with MHS fiscal objectives.

Ensure all activities adhere to non‑profit GAAP and financial accounting standards, providing accurate financial statements in a timely manner to system executives, Boards, and Committees.

Oversee monthly and daily general accounting, account reconciliation, and journal entry preparation.

Assist in designing, formatting, and directing standard operational and performance reports, using them to facilitate operational improvement and executive decision making.

Monitor overall investment performance, ensuring short‑term and long‑term strategies meet the MMCF Investment Policy Statement and manage all investment risks prudently.

Maintain cash flow for capital and program support across campuses and act as liaison to investment management firms and banking partners.

Lead the annual audit to obtain a clean, unqualified opinion, informing the MHS Audit Committee and MMCF executive management of potential audit issues and recommended solutions.

Direct the annual filing of tax returns and required compliance documents in a timely and accurate manner.

Prepare the annual operating budget with MMCF executive management, providing variance analysis and recommendations to mitigate financial risk.

Collaborate with development staff to analyze existing, matured, and proposed planned or deferred gifts.

Work closely with the Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Chief Financial Officer and Finance Executive Director to ensure accurate intercompany reporting of grants and operating expenditures, communicating the financial position to all relevant Board and Committee members.

Advises the MMCF President and Executive Director of Administration and Operations on financial issues that may impact strategic initiatives, financial goals, compliance, or legal standing.

Track and report on finance and accounting metrics.

Engage with national or international accounting professionals focused on charitable fundraising to resolve industry‑specific issues, determine best practices, and exchange state‑of‑practice information.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Placement in the pay range is based on years of experience, qualifications, and additional compensation such as shift differentials, incentive bonuses, and health and wellness benefits. We offer a high‑quality health insurance plan for employees and their families. Learn more about our benefits and rewards.

• Minimum 7 years of finance experience preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Previous nonprofit experience preferred.
• Blackbaud Finance Edge experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field required.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.