What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Director position at Goldbelt, Inc.?
Overview:
Position Summary
The Director of Finance is responsible for the overall financial health and sustainability of the Goldbelt Heritage Foundation, a small Indigenous non-profit with about 20 employees. This role requires a deep understanding of nonprofit financial management, grant accounting, and a commitment to supporting Indigenous cultural initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Functions:
- Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies and policies aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
- Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports, including budgets, financial statements, and cash flow projections.
- Manage grant accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
- Ensure compliance with grant funding reporting requirements and maintain accurate grant records.
- Oversee finance and grants administration.
- Provide financial oversight of grant-funded projects.
- Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with the grants staff to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders, auditors, and financial institutions.
- Supervise finance and grant staff and provide mentorship and development opportunities.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in nonprofit or grant financial management.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit accounting standards.
- Experience with grant accounting and reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Understanding of Indigenous cultures, languages, and communities preferred
- Position will be exposed to multiple allergens including cedar and wool (sheep and mountain goat).
- Must be willing to travel to local and regional events via plane, car, ferry, etc. as needed
- Needs a valid AK driver's license
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations.
- Knowledge of Indigenous economic development and financial systems
The salary for this position is $85,000 DOE
Salary : $85,000
