Job Description: About the Organization: Job Summary:
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Oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
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Provide strategic guidance to the executive team by offering data-driven financial insights and recommendations.
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Partner with department leaders to support operational decision-making and resource allocation.
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Financial Reporting and Compliance:
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Prepare, review, and present accurate, timely financial statements in compliance with GAAP (ASNPO) and applicable regulations.
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Manage year-end audits and liaise with external auditors, ensuring smooth and successful financial reviews.
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Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, tax filings, and donor restrictions specific to not-for-profit organizations.
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Budgeting and Forecasting:
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Lead the development, management, and ongoing monitoring of the annual budget.
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Perform financial forecasting to support strategic planning and long-term organizational goals.
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Analyze variances and trends, identifying risks and opportunities for improved financial performance.
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Internal Controls and Process Optimization:
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Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate reporting.
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Continuously evaluate financial processes, identifying improvement opportunities to increase efficiency while reducing costs.
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Ensure best practices in financial management within the unique context of a not-for-profit organization.
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Team Leadership and Development:
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Supervise, mentor, and support the growth of the accounting team.
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Foster a collaborative team environment encouraging innovative thinking and professional development.
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Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the department and broader organization.
Requirements: Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred).
- Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, not-for-profit accounting principles, and fund accounting.
- Proven experience managing audits, maintaining compliance standards, and working with external auditors.
- Advanced proficiency with financial software systems
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience working in a not-for-profit organization.
- Experience managing restricted funds and donor reporting requirements.
- Familiarity with government grant reporting and compliance is a plus.
Robert Half
