Director of Finance and Administration

Step into a role where your leadership shapes an industry that fuels Michigan’s economy and strengthens communities across the state. As the Director of Finance & Administration, you’ll join a premier organization known for its advocacy, education, and workforce development impact. This is your opportunity to guide financial strategy, support mission‑driven initiatives, and contribute to programs that influence hundreds of thousands of hospitality jobs statewide.

You’ll work in a collaborative, highly connected environment where your expertise supports both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term organizational growth. This organization offers a hybrid schedule, amazing benefits and exceptional PTO. If you’re energized by meaningful work, cross‑functional leadership, and the chance to make a statewide impact, this role offers a compelling next step in your career.

The Director of Finance and Administration provides strategic financial and operational leadership, overseeing all accounting, budgeting, compliance, human resources, and payroll functions. This role serves as a key organizational leader and advisor, staffing the Finance Committee, presenting financial reports to the Board, and driving sound fiscal strategy to support the Association's mission and long-term sustainability.

Director of Finance & Administration Responsibilities:

1. Manages financial resources of the Association

• Develops and maintains relationships with banks and other financial institutions; opens and closes accounts within authority granted by Board
• Manages cash flow to maximize return on Association cash assets
• Monitors performance of investments; makes recommendations concerning more effective investment of Association resources
• Oversees annual audit/review and tax return preparation by independent CPA firm, including all related compliance and filings.

2. Manages day-to-day accounting activities of the Association

• Reviews accounting transactions for accuracy and performs necessary monthly entries to ensure accuracy of financial reports
• Prepares regular financial statements, as well as special reports requested by staff or the Board of Directors
• Manages bank, cash, credit card and other Association accounts; reconciles statements and transfers funds as necessary
• Manages accounts payable function, ensuring payment and reconciliation of vendor invoices
• Manages accounts receivable function; takes actions as necessary to collect outstanding obligations
• Maintains records of Association assets; ensures proper accounting for depreciation and amortization of assets
• Assists with grant management and reporting as requested

3. Creates and monitors the annual operating budget for the Association and related entities

• Coordinates with the CEO to establish and administer annual operational budget for the entire Association in collaboration with department heads
• Presents annual budget to Finance Committee and Executive Committee to obtain approval
• Monitors budget to actual results throughout the year and provides direction to department heads regarding budgetary overages
• Considers budgetary implications across all entities for new initiatives

4. Responsible for legal and regulatory compliance and necessary filings for the Association

• Oversees the preparation of necessary tax filings including 1099s, W-2s, quarterly payroll filings, etc
• Manages applicable liability insurance policies for the Association
• Submits annual LARA reports for all entities
• Prepares PAC and Lobbying reporting for compliance with Michigan reporting regulations.

5. Administers Human Resources, Payroll and Benefit programs for the Association

• Administers employee benefits plans, ensuring all documents are properly filed
• Conducts new employee orientations and exit interviews
• Reviews applications for employment; conducts reference checks and verifies information
• Maintains HR-related documents for all Association employees
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policies
• Processes periodic payroll; ensures timely filing of payroll reports
• Administers employee benefits plans, ensuring all documents are properly filed
• Serves as employer-sponsored 401k Plan Administrator, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations

6. Attends Board of Directors meetings, representing Finance & Administration.

• Staffs the Finance Committee at and in between all Board of Directors meetings.
• Provides insight and updates to the Board of Directors at and in between meetings.
• Responsible for recording minutes at all Board of Directors meetings.

Location:

Lansing, MI/Hybrid
Base Salary: $100,000-$110,000
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