Finance Manager

Basic Function of the Finance Manager role:

The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective management of the Finance team including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, grants and general accounting functions. This is a hands-on position comprised of performing general accounting activities including more complex journal entries and reconciliations as well as the day-to-day oversight of the team and finance related projects.

*Duties and Responsibilities

· Manage the day-to-day activities of the various areas of the team to accurately perform finance/accounting functions and meet department goals.

· Oversee the monthly closing process including preparation and review of monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that the team meets closing deadlines and workload expectations.

· Manage and support the payroll processing and related functions, ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations.

· Oversee federal, state and private grant financial responsibilities including journal entry preparation, budget preparation, expense tracking, drawdowns and monthly/quarterly financial reports to grantors in compliance with applicable regulations and practices and periodic follow-up/updates to effected departments.

· Generate accurate monthly reports, including financial statement preparation and analysis under tight deadlines to meet reporting needs of the department and other areas as needed.

· Assist as needed in the preparation of monthly Board financial reports.

· Oversee quarterly and annual accounting activities including assisting with year-end closing and audit preparation. Oversee and coordinate the annual audit.

· Assist with banking and cash management activities as needed.

· Assist the Chief Financial Officer with the annual budget, development of accounting policies and procedures and other miscellaneous projects and activities.

· Manage hiring, training, mentoring and performance evaluations for team staff.

· Cross train within the team to ensure shared knowledge and succession planning.

· Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

· Participate in general GSIL events and activities.

· Support and uphold GSIL policies and procedures, workplace regulations and safety procedures.

Skills

· Proficiency in reading and writing English

· Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines

· Ability to work well with others in a leadership role and foster teamwork

· High attention to detail and accuracy

· Strong organizational and communication skills

· Ability to think critically to identify issues/solve problems

Qualifications

· B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance.

· Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a non-profit setting overseeing daily operations of a finance team including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, grants and general accounting functions.

· Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles/standards and general business best practices.

· Knowledge of federal and state grant regulatory requirements including budget preparation, oversight and reporting.

· Knowledge of Abila MIP accounting system and advanced knowledge and experience using Excel.

· Ability to deal with sensitive information in a highly confidential manner.

· Ability to understand and analyze complex accounting processes and make recommendation to improve efficiency, effectiveness and problem solve.

· High level of attention to detail and the ability to think critically to identify issues.

· Strong leadership skills to manage day-to-day work of department staff and work effectively with other areas within the organization to foster collaboration.

· Strong prioritization skills and flexibility to adapt plans to changing needs/priorities within a fast-paced team setting.

· Ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines and within constraints with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy of work and high professional standards.

· Ability to communicate well (both written and verbal).

· Strong team-based mentality and emphasis on excellent interpersonal skills to provide professional and timely support to the team and internal/external customers.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the individual is regularly required to sit, use a computer, a telephone, and other office equipment, to move throughout the building and to attend outside meetings. Employee may occasionally need to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift carry, push or otherwise move objects. This position requires the ability to express or exchange ideas and to comprehend and present detailed information. Exceptional judgment and creativity are regularly required to evaluate results and make decisions.

Reasonable accommodations will be made available to assist persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

*Essential functions of the job.