Director of Finance

Company: The Bridgespan Group
Location: New York
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

We train young leaders to power a green and inclusive economy, through service. Our model corps in New York City enlists and trains young people from low income housing communities for a new and more equitable economy. We equip them with the tools to change the trajectory of their lives and access good jobs. Corps Members develop a passion for sustainability and service through driving large-scale environmental and health initiatives in public housing and other frontline communities. We design service as a path to greater well being and means to enlist young people to become contributors and leaders in the movement to build a greener, fairer and more just world. Graduates go on to jobs or college, directly or through alumni initiatives that build towards sectoral jobs and apprenticeships, via social enterprise contracts or advanced training developed with employers. Our network of alumni, partners and supporters constitutes a growing ecosystem anchored in our corps. Job Description: Overview: Green City Force (GCF) seeks an experienced professional with strong financial and accounting skills, and a track record of excellence. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Finance will be a proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will own, in partnership with the CFO, responsibility for the organization's finance and accounting functions, including budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow, coordination of audit activities, as well as managing accounts payables and receivables. The ideal candidate will be an effective problem solver who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. GCF has garnered awards and recognition at every level, including the Mayor's "Most Innovative Nonprofit in NYC". This is an opportunity to join an organization with a proven track record, strong growth potential, and a positive organizational culture for personal growth and collective impact as a critical part of a high-energy team. Primary responsibilities: Lead development, adoption and monitoring of annual budgets, working with CFO and GCF department heads. Monitor budget plans and actual results to identify, explain,--and correct variances as appropriate. Develop, monitor, analyze, present, and interpret informative and useful financial reports to aid decision-making.--Assess information needs of senior leaders and develop reports and analyses responsive to those needs. Support the CFO in engaging the Board's Finance and Audit committees.-- Coordinate all audit activity and ensure regulatory compliance. Develop, implement and maintain effective financial/accounting policies, processes, and internal controls. Drive continual improvement of accounting practices and procedures to increase efficiency both within the Finance team and across the organization. Perform grant-related post-award functions, including expense allocations, budget and expense analysis, periodic invoicing, financial reporting, reconciliations, re-budgeting /budget modification, and grant closeout functions, as required. Support the Development team by developing budgets for grant proposals, and providing regular financial updates and analysis for grant reporting. Support the Social Enterprise team in developing project budgets and pricing, in contract invoicing and reporting, and in providing regular financial updates and analysis. Oversee semi-monthly payroll processing and allocation of personnel costs to grants. Manage banking relationships and the company credit card, setting credit card limits in line with spending needs, and ensuring cards are used consistent with GCF policies. Spearhead the implementation, operation, and continued improvement of software packages to support finance activities, including staff time reporting and payroll processing.-- Supervise internal finance staff and accounting contractors. Leverage the strengths of finance team members and clarify roles and responsibilities. Support training to enhance staff skills and maximize staff potential. Provide leadership in strengthening internal communication with staff across the organization and promote a positive and supportive work environment.-- Qualifications: Passion for GCF's mission, and personal qualities of integrity, collaboration, and collegiality. Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field, with 7+ years of relevant experience. Experience in and knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting preferred. Extremely knowledgeable in financial forecasting and financial data analysis. Proficiency with excel and spreadsheet design. Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to interpret and explain financial concepts and information to non-experts at all levels of the organization.--Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills to provide strategic data interpretation. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Generous vacation package. $90k - 100k Posting Expiration Date: 3/6/2021 How to Apply: Please submit your application via TriNet by submitting a resume and cover letter. -- To receive targeted job listings like this one by e-mail please create a job alert Bridgespan-- and Leading for Impact-- are registered trademarks of The Bridgespan Group

The Bridgespan Group is a 501(c)(3) organization.

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