Finance Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Principal Duties, Expectations, and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Director is an integral member of the senior management team, participating in major policy decisions. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Director will oversee the operation of the Center’s financial programs (as designated). They will develop, organize and implement all of the accounting and financial programs. The following statements for this position reflect only some specific responsibilities and are considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all duties required that may be inherent in the position :

• Working in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer and the senior management team, prepare an annual operating budget for the Center.
• Prepare budgets for contracts with government sources and private donors; prepare all financial reports for contracts.
• Develop financial analysis of projects, programs and grant requirements.
• Provide leadership in the proper application of accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage the internal and external audit function, including audits by contracting agencies.
• Manage the Center’s banking relationships
• Supervise and preform accounting functions that require the application of fund accounting principles.
• Provide accuracy and integrity of financial records, including ledgers, journals and contract financial records.
• Prepare monthly financial reports of income and expenses, receivables, payables and back balances for the Board of Directions and other financial reports and analysis as required.
• Working in conjunction with the senior management team, advise department managers regarding fiscally related issues and problems.
• Manage payroll preparation and reporting.
• Manage procurement (as designated) including price negotiation, credit application and the review of supplier contracts before commitment.
• Manage the insurance needs of the Center and insure that the insurance coverage is appropriate.
• Responsible for the recruitment, orientation and training of new financial / accounting staff.
• Responsible for the supervision and timely performance of all financial / accounting staff.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and county regulations and funding compliance.
• Revise, as necessary, the STP Financial Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Will cultivate teamwork, unity, harmony, goodwill and work closely with all members of the employees, staff, executive director, and administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Requirements :

Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements