Director of Finance

Description

SUMMARY: The Director of Finance provides leads all financial activities of the overall organization including, but not limited to: budgeting, forecasting, reporting and compliance. This position is responsible for maximizing the return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. The Director of Finance is accountable for the accounting operations of the organization, to include the production of periodic financial reports for management, Board of Directors and external stakeholders, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, oversight of payroll processing with 3rd party provider, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk. This position directly reports to the Executive Director.  

This position is a Full-Time/Exempt classified position, consisting of 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The position comes with a competitive benefit package that offers medical, dental and vision insurance, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, as well as a generous paid time off and retirement plan, as detailed below. Job experience is considered with salary offer. The starting annual salary is $84,000 up to $100,000 commensurate with experience.   

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) Employer paid Base and Matching contribution benefit
• Agency paid 100% of employees Medical Insurance premium
• Agency paid $25,000 Life Insurance 
• Agency paid Long Term Disability coverage
• Vision, Dental, Additional Life and Short Term Disability insurance available
• Paid vacation & sick leave
• 13 Paid Holidays per Year
• Referral bonus program

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES: All employees of Community Link are expected to advocate and demonstrate the values of the organization. These values include: - Dignity - We celebrate our participants and their uniqueness; Integrity – We earn the trust placed in us through honesty, transparency and accountability; Compassion - We treat everyone with kindness.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 

• Summarizes, forecasts, advises, and recommends to Executive Director, Planning & Development Committee and Board of Directors, with respect to the organization’s business activity and financial position in areas such as revenue, expenses and net assets, technology (IT), maintenance, and the overall operation of the organization.
• Acts as Risk Manager of the organization and advises management on key elements of the company’s risk profile, ensures internal controls, implements best practices and maintains insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities.
• Arranges for external financial audit as well as audits of the 401k and worker’s compensation programs. Prepare necessary reports and execute the federal and state requirements as well as the lawful and ethical standards required to maintain the organization’s nonprofit 501(C)(3) status.
• Participates in formulating and administering the organization’s policies and developing long range goals and objectives in accordance with the organization’s financial goals. Annually, facilitates the organization’s budget development process.
• Ensures efficient transaction processing systems, debt financing, cash balances and maintains banking relationships. Advises on capital acquisition and disposition decisions as well as matters of resource allocation.
• Aides in the development of the organization through promoting volunteerism, involvement in promotional activities, and providing education and awareness to the general public in order for organization to be a leader in programs and services.
• Supervise the IT, Maintenance, and Accounting Departments

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the supervision of the Department by either direct or indirect means. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accou