Director of Finance and Operations

Our Organizations:

ProgressNow New Mexico and ProgressNow New Mexico Education Fund are the premier communications hub for the progressive movement in New Mexico. We fill a unique and critical role in the progressive infrastructure by working year-round with coalitions to promote progressive ideas and causes with creative, earned media strategies, digital organizing, and cutting-edge new media. We work to create an ongoing issue advocacy culture in New Mexico by focusing on amplifying the voices of those systemically excluded, ultimately giving communities the tools they need to shape their own future.

Position Summary:

The Finance and Operations Director oversees all financial aspects of the organization, including management of accounting and budgeting processes, while also leading operational functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including business planning and budgeting, human resources, recordkeeping, compliance with financial policies and operations, grant reporting, and generally accepted accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Living in New Mexico
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Demonstrated experience overseeing finance and operations in a non-profit or for-profit organization
• Possess a solid understanding of financial controls and sound financial policies
• Experience in developing internal policies and procedures
• Strong organizational, planning, communication, problem-solving, time management and collaborative skills
• Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, database systems, Google Workspace, internet, email, spreadsheets and financial software
• Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in accounting, finance or related field
• Experience using QuickBooks online
• Comfortable with using social media and other emerging technology like AI
• Experience managing staff

Additional Information

• The ideal candidate will meet most of these requirements. However, if you have experience in some of the areas and are looking to grow your development skills, please apply!
• We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. All interested individuals are encouraged to apply.

Primary Duties

Management of Accounting and Budgeting Processes

• Develop and maintain sound financial policies and procedures using an accrual basis of accounting, as required by US GAAP financial standards
• Manage all day to day input of accounting records into QuickBooks Online, including but not limited to Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Credit Card transactions as well as donations and grants
• Track and code expenses for all staff and programs and provide program budgets for grant applications and reporting
• Provide budgeting, tracking and forecasting reports to support strategic planning on an ongoing basis
• Work with the Executive Director on annual budget development, planning and reporting
• Prepare and present monthly cash flow, budget to actual and other required reports
• Provide monthly financial reports and summaries for board meetings, as well as coordinate the Board Finance Committees
• Manage all financial reports, including budget, cost sharing, and grant reports

Lead Operational Functions

• Support new staff and board member orientation, including training staff on internal processes and procedures
• Oversee HR functions including development and management of internal policies and procedures, (ex. appropriate timesheet management), hiring processes, and annual employee evaluations
• Schedule and manage annual admin calendar, including regular staff meetings and staff evaluations
• Work with third-party vendors and companies and maintain list of trusted vendors
• Provide staff administrative support and foster a collaborative and accountable work environment
• Manage and track vendor contracts, including payment schedules
• Work with benefits providers to maintain and update staff benefits as needed

Ensure Appropriate Organizational Compliance

• Regularly review and ensure adherence to policies and procedures, and suggest new processes as needed
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Prepare and submit all annually required government reports
• Work with legal counsel to ensure all legal requirements are met
• Manage and submit all legal reporting requirements including SOS, AG, FEC, MFC, IRS, etc.
• Coordinate and manage annual financial statement audit as well as preparation of 990s

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Albuquerque, NM 87102

Salary : $80,000