Finance Director

THE SALVATION ARMY Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. Northern and Central Illinois Division Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Chicago POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Finance Director LOCATION/DEPT: Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center REPORTS TO: Senior Kroc Officer and Officer of Business Administration FLSA CATEGORY: Exempt Pay grade: 411 Pay Range: $97,635-$119,600 MISSION The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago (RJKCC) exists to express the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army through a safe, enriching and sacred environment where all individuals have access to opportunities to reach their physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential. The Vision of the Chicago Kroc Center is to touch individuals, families and seniors of the Southside with: Community - Wellness - Excellence - Character - Faith. OUTCOMES The Finance Director provides day-to-day leadership of the finance department of The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Chicago. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As a member of the RJKCCC Management Team, will plan, direct, and guide the finance department of the RJKCCC. Provide leadership of the financial operations of the RJKCCC. Direct financial planning, documentation, and accountability for the Kroc facility. Develop and implement budgets. Work with accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely processing of financial information and report creation. Lead in development of fiscally sound programs by working with the staff directors in providing timely information and accountability. Assist departments with the creation of the annual budgets. Produce documents and recommendations for departmental finance reports and alignment with approved budgets. Provide reports, documentation, direction on cost controls and recommendations that will ensure the RJKCCC is a sustainable operation. Work in conjunction with the Marketing Director and Membership Director to ensure a plan is developed and implemented to effectively promote the RJKCCC in a manner that's needed to maintain the financial stability of the center. Give leadership and accountability to the Finance department in managing all accounting procedures and processing. Support and give assistance to all leadership in accounting. Accounting Services Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual closing schedules - journals, data entry and final closings. Maintain the Center's Club Automation software applications and ensure transactions are accumulated and summarized in the appropriate accounts. Work with the Leadership staff to ensure the timely and accurate recording of transactions and the issuance of complete and accurate financial records and reports. Prepare monthly and annual financial reporting in statements and budget comparisons for distribution to departments. Schedule one on one budget review and discussion meetings with all department leaders. Review, analyze and reconcile various general ledger accounts using the approved budget for guidance. Reconcile bank statements to the general ledger accounts. Post payroll data into accounting system and perform reconciliations as needed. Prepare monthly sales tax returns. Assist with internal and external audits by preparing responses, reconciliations and work papers supported by adequate documentation. Provide for the proper storage and retention of records as required by Salvation Army policy. Accounts Receivable Maintain a monthly contract billing recap sheet showing the invoices that are to be issued each month for assigned programs and departments. Reconcile incoming billing inputs to the monthly contract billing recap sheet. Input billings for assigned programs and departments into the accounting system. Post deposited check payments for accounts receivable into accounting system for assigned programs and departments. Notify assigned programs and departments regarding the receipt of electronic payments. Produce and distribute aging reports for assigned programs and departments. Monitor and review the aging reports of assigned programs to ensure the accuracy of amounts due. Leadership to Staff Oversee staff scheduling in assigned department to ensure appropriate levels of coverage. Evaluate and provide direction in venues to ensure compliance with Salvation Army policy. Maintain clear channels of communication with direct staff. Serve as backup to the Staff Accountant. Serve as MOD (manager on Duty) as scheduled. Meetings and Communication Work in a cooperative manner with the other on-site directors of the RJKCCC program through weekly leadership team meetings. Attend all scheduled staff meetings and management team meetings. Payroll Set up the schedule for your department based on the needs of your program. Manage payroll by supervising and evaluating/controlling budgeted payroll. Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS This position reports to the Senior Kroc Officer and Officer of Business Administration. This position directly supervises the Staff Accountant. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE A minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA preferred. A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Finance/program/facility/business director of a recreational center or sales. Must have, or obtain within three months, a valid Illinois Drivers' License and insured transportation. Must be Safe From Harm certified within 30 days of employment. Must be AED/CPR/first aid certified within 60 days of employment. 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Created: 2025-01-11