Foundation Accountant/Director of Business Services

Position Title:

Foundation Accountant/Director of Business Services

Job Description:

The Foundation Accountant/Director of Business Services will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operation of the Foundation, ensuring our organization’s financial health, growth, and sustainability. The FA/DBS will manage the Hinds Foundation’s financial reporting, assist with annual budgeting, financial analysis, investment strategy, and annual audit. The position will work closely with the Vice President/Executive Director, Director of Development, and Board of Directors to develop and implement financial strategies that support our organization’s mission, vision, and goals.

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE: Foundation Accountant/Director of Business Services

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Advancement

DEPARTMENT: Advancement / Foundation

EXEMPT: Yes                                                           

VICE PRESIDENT: Foundation/Advancement

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

Work within the Hinds Community College Foundation and Advancement Office to raise private funds; manage and record gifts in an ethical and efficient manner; and develop positive donor relations with current and prospective donors. The Foundation Accountant/Director of Business Services (FA/DBS) will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operation of the Foundation, ensuring our organization’s financial health, growth, and sustainability. The FSA will manage the Hinds Foundation’s financial reporting, assist with annual budgeting, financial analysis, investment strategy, and annual audit. The FSA will work closely with the Vice President/Executive Director, Director of Development, and Board of Directors to develop and implement financial strategies that support our organization’s mission, vision, and goals.

This position reports to the VP of Advancement/Executive Director of the Foundation.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Individual will need to have strong people skills and the ability to plan and organize projects.  Individual should be well organized; detail oriented and have a willingness to learn new software programs.  Familiarity with computer concepts and basic software required.  Individual must be able to multi-task and be flexible to assist in all Foundation/Advancement areas as needed. Individual must have an appreciation and understanding of nonprofit entities and of Hinds Community College.  Employee must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of an Associate of Arts degree with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred; Special consideration for an MBA or CPA certification.
• At least two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with a working knowledge of the nonprofit sector. Educational attainment may substitute for years of experience.
• Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets/investments, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance.
• Strong leadership and management skills; interest in working as a member of a team.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Hinds Community College; Alumnus preferred.
• History of success in working with fundraising, outreach, and marketing efforts.
• Knowledge and appreciation of the Mississippi community college system
• Ability to work with intricate computer systems, including Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge, Scholarship Universe, and the Microsoft Office suite.