Director of Finance

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lower Naugatuck Valley fills the gap between school and home. Since 1956, we have provided welcoming and positive environments for youth and teens throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley communities.

By joining our team, you will help us accomplish our mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Our organization puts thousands of children and teens on the path to a GREAT Future every year.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to meet the accounting and finance needs of the organization. Responsible for accounting and budgeting functions, including cash management, accounts payable, grant/pledge receivables, capital expenditures, expense analysis, account reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting. Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements and annual audit schedules and for consulting with the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and HR Committee as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Entering donor and membership deposits and vendor invoices in the accounting system (QuickBooks).
• Cash management, including payment of invoices and collection of receivables and membership dues.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and quarterly payroll reconciliations.
• Complete month-end and year-end close activities – including preparation of journal entries, account analysis, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain, analyze, and interpret the general ledger for all accounts.
• Grant/program revenue and expense tracking; prepare budgets for grant applications and grant billing.
• Preparation of the organization’s annual operating, capital, and program budgets.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve when bookkeeping or accounting errors occur.
• Supports the annual audit and 990 preparation.
• Function as the primary liaison between the organization and the third-party payroll provider.
• Attend meetings and work with members of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and HR Committee in an advisory role, as requested.
• Oversee the process for identifying and evaluating opportunities for improved financial operations, record-keeping and reporting.
• Collaborate with the CEO and leadership to provide timely and complete reporting of financial results and recommendations for necessary actions to maintain the fiscal health of the organization.
• Responsible for financial analysis and forecasting, which includes analyzing the organization’s financial performance and predicting future financial outcomes. This involves using historical data to forecast future financial scenarios, which is crucial for long-term strategic planning.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned by the CEO.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact with staff in a professional manner and respond to their requests efficiently and effectively to ease and improve communications regarding finances.
• Develop reports and analysis that can be easily comprehended by non-accounting personnel.
• Ability to enforce and update internal controls and administrative policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of GAAP and non-profit principles, standards, and practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state government cost standards.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to both analyze financial data and develop solutions to the problems encountered along with solid written and verbal communication skills is required.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to execute initiatives as assigned by the CEO.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

BS degree in accounting. Experience in Finance and/or Business Administration and at least two to five years of experience in the accounting field is required. Experience in a manager or supervisory role in the accounting field is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software is required (with QuickBooks Online experience preferred).
• Knowledge of Bloomerang Donor Management and Fund-Raising software is a plus.
• Advanced computer skills in a Microsoft Windows work environment.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work in a busy environment, under pressure without compromising accuracy, attention to detail, and courtesy to clients and staff.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Initiative-taking
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction to both internal and external customers.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to read and analyze information.
• Ability to research and gather information.
• Ability to organize copious amounts of data/information in a fashion that all levels of staff can understand.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

BENEFITS:

• Group Medical, Life and Disability Insurance
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO bank (vacation & personal)

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with this job. While this is intended to accurately reflect the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require other or different tasks to be performed when circumstances change.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person