Director of Finance
Greater Salina Community Foundation
Salina, KS
$65,000 - $75,000 a year - Full-time
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Pay
$65,000 - $75,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director of Finance
Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full-time
Salary: Hiring Range - $65,000-$75,000
Purpose: This position provides executive leadership, vision, and strategic oversight for the overall financial activities. Provides investment management oversight and works actively with the Finance and Audit Committees.
The Director of Finance must work well in a team setting and be successful in maintaining key relationships with foundation board and committee members, outside fund managers, professional advisors, donors, and nonprofits.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Financial Management:
• Provide leadership for all accounting, finance, and investment functions; gifts; expenditures; administrative fees; general ledger management; account and general ledger reconciliations; financial statement reporting; and proper internal financial controls.
• Lead and provide expertise to the Finance Committee’s in regards to foundation investment and spending policies, asset allocation, and investment manager/consultant hiring and evaluation.
• Lead and provide expertise to the Audit Committee for the annual audit, internal controls, disaster recovery planning, and technology systems and controls.
• Coordinate relationships with external CPA firm for preparation of the annual audit and IRS reporting, and oversee preparation of all tax returns, including annual IRS 990.
• Work with the Executive Director and the Director of Operations to prepare and monitor the annual operating budget.
Fund Administration:
• Provide structure and oversight to fund administration, ensuring accuracy is maintained, donor intent is followed, and funds are administered in accordance with fund agreements.
• Work with staff to allocate restricted and unrestricted funds for granting.
Leadership:
• Work with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and other key staff on the development and implementation of the foundation’s strategic plans and goals with special regard to foundation investments and sustainability of the organization.
• Seek opportunities to raise awareness of philanthropy and build relationships in the foundation’s service area.
• Supervise and develop finance staff to achieve foundation goals and foster professional development for staff.
Other Activities:
• Serve as backup for staff accountant for various processes including gift, grant, and accounts payable processing.
• Stay current with community foundation best practices with respect to finance, administration, and operations; participate in relevant professional associations.
• Oversee and create policies and procedures as needed.
• Work with other foundation staff members as needed.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
REQUIRMENTS
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Understanding of GAAP and professional accounting standards.
• Advanced understanding of investment terms and strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with ability to learn specialized software.
• Well organized and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills
• An interest in serving and helping others make an impact in our community and region.
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and IRS regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of complex assets, charitable gift tax implications and planned giving a plus.
• Serve as a public speaker when requested, including presentations to foundation stakeholders about how foundation funds work.
• Steward and cultivate relationships with professional advisors and other foundation stakeholders as assigned by the Executive Director.
Required Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including team management, advanced knowledge of fund accounting, finance, and general business administration.
Preferred Education & Experience:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA license)
• Experience working with boards and committees
TO APPLY
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume, along with three references via email to: operations@gscf.org
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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