Director of Finance

The Director of Finance will play a key role in managing Kidango's financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. This role oversees the finance team and is responsible for general ledger management, financial reporting, and budgeting. Key tasks include preparing monthly and annual financial statements, managing cash flow and audits, and developing tools to ensure timely fund expenditure. The Director will also build and maintain relationships with service providers.While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.DescriptionThe Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the company general ledger, producing financial reports for all internal and external financial statement users, and supervising the day-to-day operations of the financial reporting and accounting functions for the organization. Responsible for compliance with generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) as well as policies of Kidango, the Independent Auditor, funding sources, Federal Office of Management and Budget, and the Kidango Board of Directors.Position Overview:Employment Type: Full-time/ExemptLocation: Fremont, CAJob Category: FinanceReports to: Vice President of FinanceSupervises: Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, and all other positions as assigned by VP of Finance and CFOWhat You'll Be DoingDirectly supervise the finance team and provide oversight of all day-to-day financial operations, including payroll, billing, general ledger management, fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, etc.Assure adherence to monthly accounting cycles, and support the finance team to meet deadlines.Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for review, including explanations for variance analysis and prepare cash flow analysis.Direct annual audit and 990 processes, serving as the principal liaison to the external auditor.Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.Oversee organization general ledger and budget management functions, including preparation of the annual budget.Provide financial reports to departments and Leadership Team to support their adherence to department and funder budgets.Develop tools and work in partnership with programs to track and assure timely expenditure of funds.Create and maintain relationships with service providers and contractors, including banking institutions.Establish and implement short- and long-term departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.Administer endowment funds and investment portfolio.Develop funder budgets and submit budget revisions as needed to maximize utilization of grants.Oversee submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to public and private funders.Assure controls are in place to identify and track eligible expenses.Hire, train and develop employees who will be an asset to the finance department.Provide fiscal oversight and analysis to all organizational operations.Perform other duties as assigned.Preferred qualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.CPA and/or CMA preferred but not required.3-5 plus years of managerial accounting and financial management experience.Experience with full range of accounting, bookkeeping, and fund accounting procedures preferred.Five years' work experience supervision.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.Strong oral, written, and computer skills.Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.Preferred computer skills include, Center Track, SAGE Intacct, ADP or equivalent software, online banking, Advance Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.Ability to work effectively and use a positive approach with a diversity of people.Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently, and set own goals in a professional manner.Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.Skilled at social emotional relationships with staff, families, children, and the community.Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of the agency.Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.Provides excellent customer service to all staff, clients, and contacts of agency.Advocates on behalf of all children, families, and staff of agency.Fundraises and seeks opportunities to optimize and increase agency resources.Maintains confidentiality of children, families, and staff.Participates in activities that further professional growth of self and staff.Strong oral, written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.Additional RequirementsMust pass a health screening and TB test.Must pass background fingerprint clearance.Valid Driver License.Must be 18 years or older.The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Drug-Free WorkplaceWe believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.EEOA diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-06