Pivotal Solutions
Director/VP of Finance (Non Profit Experienced NEEDED) - Detroit, MI
Pivotal Solutions, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Director/VP of Finance (Non Profit Experienced NEEDED) - Detroit, MI
Director/VP of Finance (Non Profit Experienced NEEDED) - Detroit, MI
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Overview Job Summary:
The
Director of Finance
plays a key leadership role by overseeing the organization’s accounting operations. This position is responsible for financial reporting, maintaining accurate accounting records, and implementing effective internal controls to mitigate risk. The Director of Finance ensures the integrity, transparency, and accuracy of financial results while providing strategic financial guidance to advance the organization’s goals.
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team by providing financial insights, forecasting, and recommendations to support organizational goals.
Develop and implement financial strategies that ensure the sustainability and growth.
Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Finance department including staffing, training, people management, budget and reporting.
Prepare, review, and present timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to leadership, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
Create and maintain financial processes, policies, procedures, internal controls and information systems to achieve the agency’s financial goals.
Supervise the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, and analyses, ensuring they conform to GAAP and satisfy grantor and other funder requirements.
Supervise the preparation and submission of tax documentation including 990s, 1099s, and 941s.
Oversee cash flow management including cash receipts and forecasting to ensure adequate liquidity for operations and strategic priorities.
Manage banking relationships and investment strategies, including endowments, in line with organizational policies.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
Ensure the team has the tools, training, and support to succeed.
Supervise routine transaction processing including accounts payable/receivable and payroll and provide support with monthly journal entries and accruals.
Establish Finance Department goals and monitor progress toward those goals.
Continuously evaluate department strengths and identify areas for improvement and change.
Oversee the grant management process. Assist the Program Directors with planning, tracking and documenting spending for programs and grants. Prepare budgets for grant applications, monitor spending, prepare for grant audits and implement auditor recommendations.
Lead the annual budget for the agency, track revenue and expenses against budget and analyze significant variances.
Monitor and report on budget-to-actual performance, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective action.
Responsible for audit management. Select the independent auditor firm, prepare records and report needed by the auditors and implement auditor recommendations. Provide financial updates and guidance to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
Collaborate with funders, auditors, and other external stakeholders as needed to support financial transparency and trust.
Demonstrated Abilities
Solid organizational, project management and leadership skills
Ability to set priorities, take initiative, motivate staff and meet deadlines
Solid analytical skills with the ability to resolve difficult accounting issues
Financial acumen, including grant and budget development and management
Acquired Knowledge
Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration (CPA preferred)
10-15 years of related experience, including 5-7 years in a supervisor/manager role
Experience working with various accounting software including QuickBooks is needed
Knowledge of accounting standards and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
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Overview Job Summary:
The
Director of Finance
plays a key leadership role by overseeing the organization’s accounting operations. This position is responsible for financial reporting, maintaining accurate accounting records, and implementing effective internal controls to mitigate risk. The Director of Finance ensures the integrity, transparency, and accuracy of financial results while providing strategic financial guidance to advance the organization’s goals.
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team by providing financial insights, forecasting, and recommendations to support organizational goals.
Develop and implement financial strategies that ensure the sustainability and growth.
Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Finance department including staffing, training, people management, budget and reporting.
Prepare, review, and present timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to leadership, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
Create and maintain financial processes, policies, procedures, internal controls and information systems to achieve the agency’s financial goals.
Supervise the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, and analyses, ensuring they conform to GAAP and satisfy grantor and other funder requirements.
Supervise the preparation and submission of tax documentation including 990s, 1099s, and 941s.
Oversee cash flow management including cash receipts and forecasting to ensure adequate liquidity for operations and strategic priorities.
Manage banking relationships and investment strategies, including endowments, in line with organizational policies.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
Ensure the team has the tools, training, and support to succeed.
Supervise routine transaction processing including accounts payable/receivable and payroll and provide support with monthly journal entries and accruals.
Establish Finance Department goals and monitor progress toward those goals.
Continuously evaluate department strengths and identify areas for improvement and change.
Oversee the grant management process. Assist the Program Directors with planning, tracking and documenting spending for programs and grants. Prepare budgets for grant applications, monitor spending, prepare for grant audits and implement auditor recommendations.
Lead the annual budget for the agency, track revenue and expenses against budget and analyze significant variances.
Monitor and report on budget-to-actual performance, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective action.
Responsible for audit management. Select the independent auditor firm, prepare records and report needed by the auditors and implement auditor recommendations. Provide financial updates and guidance to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
Collaborate with funders, auditors, and other external stakeholders as needed to support financial transparency and trust.
Demonstrated Abilities
Solid organizational, project management and leadership skills
Ability to set priorities, take initiative, motivate staff and meet deadlines
Solid analytical skills with the ability to resolve difficult accounting issues
Financial acumen, including grant and budget development and management
Acquired Knowledge
Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration (CPA preferred)
10-15 years of related experience, including 5-7 years in a supervisor/manager role
Experience working with various accounting software including QuickBooks is needed
Knowledge of accounting standards and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
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