Director of Finance

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Director of Finance

Full Time Newington, CT, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 4119

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare for Issuance by the 15 th day of the month: Monthly Financial, Accounting, and Statistical Reports.
• Coordinate the closing process, ensuring that the CR, CD, AP and General Journal entries are completed accurately in a timely manner.
• Review initial draft of the financial statements, comparing actual month to month variances and analyzing all material differences.
• Assist staff in analysis of Balance Sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Monthly review of Fixed Assets, to include capitalization with supporting documentation.
• Monitor cash disbursements, cash receipts, accounts payable, accounts receivable and other specific office activities for accuracy.
• Ensure that CRI and Outreach intercompany accounts are in balance monthly.
• Assist in the review of allocation percentages for expenses prior to the start of the new fiscal year.

• Responsible for the preparation and review of month end closing entries for CRI and Outreach. Together with the Senior Accountant prepare and review the monthly general ledger reconciliations for CRI and Outreach. Review the monthly payroll reconciliations for both companies and submit for review. Responsible for all CRI Operating Account reporting including monthly bank reconciliations. Prepare timely and accurate month end reports including the bank reconciliations and any other report as assigned.
• Review, approve, and issue monthly the giveback spreadsheet, with suggestions to management on how to minimize foreseen givebacks.
• In conjunction with the CFO, assist with all tasks in the preparation of the OP-Plan, COR, Cost Reports, and any other reports required by funding agencies to submit for review. Assist with all tasks related to the year-end Financial audit or any other state or federal audit required.
• Review the recording and capitalization of all fixed assets and their applicable depreciation.
• Assist with the development, preparation and documentation of Finance Dept. operating procedures and policies.
• Responsible for process improvement within the Finance Dept, automating as many manual processes as possible including ensuring the full utilization of our current accounting software to promote automated efficiency within the Finance Department.
• Supervises Senior Accountant and Benefits Coordinator directly. Conducts and documents supervision monthly.
• Ensures all benefits are current for individuals.
• Ensures all Consultants’ contracts are current, distributed and renewed annually prior to the start of the fiscal year.
• Ensure all accounting practices are in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure timely completion of quarterly client fund audits and that findings are communicated to appropriate directors and coordinators.
• Any other job duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or other related area within the Financial field.

Should have at least 5 - 10 years’ experience in the accounting field and at least 2 years supervisory experience. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and have experience creating and utilizing various spreadsheets. Knowledge of MIP Accounting software a plus.

Personal: Must possess strong analytical skills, work independently at times, and be able to take initiative when given a project. Must be highly confidential when dealing with various aspects of the position based on the subject matter.