Senior Director, Accounting and Finance/Controller

Description

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL

Volunteers of America Colorado addresses the targeted human needs of the most vulnerable individuals and families in our communities. Volunteers of America Colorado is an innovative leader in the provision of quality human services. We anticipate and respond to human needs with creative programming which builds individual self-esteem and self-sufficiency. We actively share our expertise with others, contributing to public policy development on human service issues. Volunteers of America Colorado addresses the root causes of society’s problems and offers innovative solutions. We are recognized as a valuable resource as we convene and actively participate in human services problem-solving efforts. Volunteers of America Colorado adheres to the highest ethical standards. We are ever mindful of our mission and responsibilities to society.

Job Summary

Senior Director, Accounting and Finance/Controller leads the financial operations of our fast-growing and dynamic faith-based non-profit organization serving the entire state of Colorado. Controllers This pivotal role encompasses diverse responsibilities, from devising financial strategies aligned with our mission to managing government grants, overseeing low-income housing properties, optimizing working capital, driving ongoing system and process improvements, and overseeing the organization's accounting system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy: Devise and implement financial strategies aligned with our mission, collaborating with senior leadership to shape long-term plans, annual budgets, and forecasts.
• Government Grants: Direct government grant applications, compliance, and reporting efforts. Ensure punctual submission of documentation and accurate reports.
• Low-Income Housing Properties: Manage financial aspects of low-income housing properties, partnering with property management to ensure regulation compliance and optimize financial performance.
• Working Capital Management: Oversee the management of working capital, optimizing cash flow and liquidity to support ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.
• Ongoing System and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancing financial systems and processes. Lead and guide initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in financial operations.
• Diverse Revenue Streams: Oversee various revenue streams, including donations, fundraising, and other sources. Innovate strategies to broaden income diversity and sustain financial health.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and present meticulous financial statements and reports to leadership and the Board. Monitor financial indicators, offering insights on trends and variances.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor finance professionals, cultivating a culture of excellence and growth, while providing guidance and development opportunities.
• Audit and Compliance: Coordinate financial and governmental audits, adhering to accounting standards and regulations. Liaise with external auditors for seamless processes.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies. Establish internal controls for accurate financial reporting and asset safeguarding.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with departments to offer financial insights and support strategic initiatives, adeptly communicating complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

BENEFITS (depending on eligibility status)

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

Position will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations