Director of Audit and Accounting Services

About the Opportunity 

The primary purpose of this position is to lead and manage external audit activities and accounting functions; provide guidance and review of accounting transactions; provide support for internal audits, consulting projects, continuous monitoring projects, and policy/procedure compliance. The position will serve as the department’s key contact with external audit entities, providing expert advice and guidance on audit, internal control, and compliance related issues encompassing all programs administered by the Foundation. The position is responsible for managing external financial reporting as well as acting as a liaison to departments and initiatives and Foundation leadership for all matters related to finance.  

The position will participate in department wide teams and committees that plan, decide, direct, implement and create finance policy for all program areas, and supports projects as necessary to improve internal controls and enhance the business process and accuracy of financial transactions. 

The Director of Audit and Accounting Services works cross functionally with departments/initiatives to support financial transactions and processes.  

The position will collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief of Strategy and Analysis, Finance, and Sr. Accounting Manager to confirm that the Foundation’s financial processes and procedures are compliant with Foundation standard operating practices as well as state and federal laws. The position reports to the Chief of Strategy and Analysis, Finance. 

Core Responsibilities

In this role you will:

Comprehensive Financial Reporting and Accounting Services 

• Oversee GAAP general accounting and financial reporting transactions, including but not limited, to revenues and expenses, net assets, payables, receivables, and fixed assets, and serve as a resource for recording complex accounting transactions.  
• Prepare GAAP comprehensive financial statements to convey the Foundation’s financial health and performance. 
• Collaborate with Sr. Director of Budget/Systems, Chief of Strategy and Analysis, Finance, and CFO to manage the general ledger monthly and year-end closings. 

Audit and Review Management 

• Manage audits and review engagements from inception to conclusion. 
• Execute efficient and effective audit approaches, ensuring work is completed on schedule. 
• Responsible for gathering and/or preparing audit documentation, including work papers, narratives, samplings, and assisting with the resolution of issues. 
• Responsible for preparation and completion of GAAP draft financial statements, including financial statement notes and supplemental schedules. 
• Communicate audit findings to Executive Leaders, Senior Leadership and the Board. 

Payroll Support 

• Manage, audit, and authorization of the bi-weekly payroll to ensure accuracy and fraud prevention. 

Training and Development 

• Responsible for compliance of financial records with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal financial reporting processes and procedures.  
• Identify and recommend process improvements. 
• Planning and performing special projects as assigned by senior management. 
• Leading and developing accounting staff. 

This role will manage at least two other employees.  

• Create an inclusive team where feedback is freely shared, and transparency is the norm.  
• Lead the co creation of goals and expectations for department/team.  
• Give and solicit feedback from reports and peers regularly as both part of formal processes and informal day to day. 
• Actively coach and develop your team. Play an active role in the hiring process when needed. 

Minimum Qualifications 

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a focus in Accounting; CPA certification.
• At least 11 years of professional experience in the field in positions of increasing responsibility. 2-3 of those years must have been directing a team or multiple projects or a function.
• Advanced understanding of GAAP, fund accounting; ability to analyze financial statements and communicate results to management and leadership; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; advanced oral and written communication skills.