Director of Finance

Job Summary

The Finance Director is responsible for the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Government Auditing Standards, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), and other regulatory and advisory organizations in accordance with financial management techniques and practices appropriate within a non-profit organization.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to practice and apply the following principles:

• Grasp broad overview of the NCJFCJ and develop working knowledge of its programs and services
• Follow organizational and departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and systems
• Perform quality work, with or without direct supervision
• Interact professionally and respectfully with all staff, members of the organization, public and private officials, faculty, partners, suppliers, local communities, and the general public
• Work collaboratively and effectively with all members of the organization, whether as a team player, team leader, or individual contributor
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with managers, staff, and other organizations
• Meet professional and work obligations through efficient work habits by meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating resources in an effective and timely manner
• Be self-motivated and highly responsive to individuals, staff, members, and the organization
• Demonstrate independent decision-making, problem-solving, creative thinking, and analytical skills
• Approach work with a positive attitude, sense of humor, and energy
• Willingness to continuously learn and be flexible
• Use discretion in managing sensitive, proprietary, or confidential information
• Be responsible stewards of the organization’s resources

The following generally describes the essential functions, minimum education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities required to enter the job, and perform the responsibilities of the position.

Essential

Functions

Required

Essential functions and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, and financial trends to assist leadership in performing their responsibilities
• Enhance and/or develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness
• Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline
• Continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department/program managers on financial issues impacting their budgets
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization
• Optimize appropriate strategies to enhance cash position including minimum cash thresholds to meet operating needs
• Be a financial advisor on any contracts into which the organization may enter
• Serve as liaison to committees as assigned
• Other duties as assigned*

Education
and Work

Experience

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university in relevant areas of study (advanced degree preferred)
• CPA required;
• Minimum of ten years of leadership and financial executive experience; and
• Experience working in a non-profit or grant-funded environment required. 
• Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience may be considered

Knowledge,

Skills, and

Abilities

(“KSAs”)

• Demonstrated command of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); accounting standards issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board; Government Auditing Standards (Yellowbook); OMB’s Uniform Guidance; federal, state, and local government regulations; and individual award and contract requirements appropriate within a non-profit organization
• Ability to gather, evaluate, analyze and interpret complex documents and report data as required
• Able to establish and maintain accurate and complete records
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
• Ability to monitor financial aspects of the organization
• Ability to make effective presentations
• Ability to educate, share information, and serve as a mentor
• Knowledgeable and well-versed in systems
• Strategic abilities and sound technical skills
• Strong PC-based computer skills and proficiency utilizing various software such as Microsoft Office 2007 or 2010 (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Professional, and accounting database software
• Ability to manage files and maintain records in compliance with recordkeeping policies
• Strong, effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with emphasis on communicating financial data at all levels of the organization
• Ability to plan and carry work through to completion with accuracy and with strong emphasis on attention to detail
• Able to comfortably manage multiple tasks and projects utilizing time management and organization skills
• Knowledge of proper telephone and email practices and etiquette

Supervisory

Responsibilities and Requirements

Supervision of professional and support staff assigned to department or program requires effective leadership, team building, and staff motivation skills and includes:

• Hire new staff utilizing organization’s talent acquisition guidelines (TAG)
• Orient and train new staff
• Assign, delegate, and oversee work duties
• Evaluate performance through continuous feedback and utilizing performance management system
• Review and approve time records and leave requests in compliance with NCJFCJ timekeeping policies and practices
• Help staff address and resolve concerns or complaints
• Provide development activities to staff through mentoring, motivation, coaching, and counseling
• Establish and maintain effective team through team building activities
• Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process
• Familiarity with all NCJFCJ policies
• Basic knowledge or familiarity with federal and state employment law and regulations

Physical

Demands

• Extended periods of sitting
• Extended use of desktop/laptop computer and peripheral equipment
• Read and analyze fine print for extended periods
• Occasional stooping, standing, carrying
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. (with assistance)

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work

Environment

• Fast-paced, high-pressure, professional office environment
• Evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required
• Occasional travel, locally and nationally, is required