What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi is Hawaiʻi’s oldest and largest non-profit public interest law firm with 11 offices and over 100 staff members statewide. Through its dedicated staff, Legal Aid helps ensure justice and fairness for all by providing civil legal aid to the most vulnerable in our society.
The Director of Finance reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Executive and Deputy Director in ensuring and overseeing the financial health of the organization. The Director of Finance is responsible for the development and implementation of financial strategies, financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations including state nonprofit and federal nonprofit guidelines. The Director supervises the accounting team and is responsible for development and implementation of accounting processes and procedures; oversees accounting and financial operations including payroll operations, accounts receivable & accounts payable. The Director prepares the annual budget and periodic monthly financial reports and works with the Executive Director on presentation of financial reports to the Board of Directors. The Director is the primary contact for the annual external audit. The Director of Finance is also a key member of the firm’s statewide management team working closely with Directors and Managers on the administration of grants including budgeting, expenses allocations, financial reporting, grant specific audits and statewide initiatives.
The Director of Finance is responsible for being a trusted and reliable expert on:
Compensation: $77,405 to $97,396 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work-life balance.
Benefits Include
The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi is Hawaiʻi’s oldest and largest non-profit public interest law firm with 11 offices and over 100 staff members statewide. Through its dedicated staff, Legal Aid helps ensure justice and fairness for all by providing civil legal aid to the most vulnerable in our society.
The Director of Finance reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Executive and Deputy Director in ensuring and overseeing the financial health of the organization. The Director of Finance is responsible for the development and implementation of financial strategies, financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations including state nonprofit and federal nonprofit guidelines. The Director supervises the accounting team and is responsible for development and implementation of accounting processes and procedures; oversees accounting and financial operations including payroll operations, accounts receivable & accounts payable. The Director prepares the annual budget and periodic monthly financial reports and works with the Executive Director on presentation of financial reports to the Board of Directors. The Director is the primary contact for the annual external audit. The Director of Finance is also a key member of the firm’s statewide management team working closely with Directors and Managers on the administration of grants including budgeting, expenses allocations, financial reporting, grant specific audits and statewide initiatives.
The Director of Finance is responsible for being a trusted and reliable expert on:
- Administrative and accounting procedures including timekeeping and grant compliance
- LASH Accounting Manual
- LASH personnel policies
- Legal Services Corporation Statute and Regulations
- Other policies and procedures, including industry best practices
Compensation: $77,405 to $97,396 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work-life balance.
Benefits Include
- Two medical insurance providers offering 4 different plans to select from and free single coverage and 50% coverage for qualifying dependents.
- Dental insurance with 50% coverage for staff and qualifying dependents.
- 401K plan with employer matching.
- Life Insurance for employees and dependents.
- Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance.
- Parental leave plan after one year of employment with 8 weeks of fully paid leave.
- Free employee assistance plan - up to 6 sessions per year also available for household members.
- Paid time off includes 21 days of vacation, 12 sick days, one personal day and 14 paid holidays annually.
Salary : $77,405 - $97,396
