Full-Time Nonprofit Director of Finance
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000

Since 2016, Pawsperity has been helping uplift families from generational poverty through job training in the art of dog grooming. Pawsperity serves some of the community’s most vulnerable members, including individuals often coming from backgrounds of domestic violence, addiction, incarceration, and homelessness
Position Purpose:
This individual is a trusted partner to the Executive Director and Board, ensuring all operations support the nonprofit's mission while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.

Position summary
The Director of Finance provides strategic and hands-on leadership for the nonprofit's financial and operational functions. This role is responsible for overseeing the organization's fiscal management, human resources, information technology, and facilities management. The Director is a strategic partner who ensures operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and a sustainable financial future.

Key responsibilities

Financial management

Oversee all financial activities, including accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.
Lead the annual budgeting and planning process and administer all financial plans and budgets.
Produce and present accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, to the CEO, senior leadership, and the Board of Directors.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Board's Finance Committee.
Manage the annual audit process, working closely with external auditors and preparing the IRS Form 990.
Complete annual audits for New Market Tax Credits, MDFB, and Jackson County Grants.
Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Manage grant financial reporting and compliance, ensuring that all expenditure aligns with grant requirements.

Financial aid oversight

Oversee the management of the organization's financial aid programs, including scholarship and grant disbursement, ensuring alignment with organizational policy and mission.

Develop and enforce financial aid policies and procedures and ensure timely and accurate award processing for program recipients.
Work with program staff to track financial aid budgets, manage allocations, and ensure compliance with any donor restrictions.
Oversee SkillUP, TANF, and Vocational Rehab invoicing, reporting, and audits.

Assist in Growing Earned Revenue to 50% of the annual operating budget

Work with the Director of Grooming to increase revenue from grooming sales and services.
Work with the CEO to determine retail/product to be sold based on the greatest financial benefit for the organization.
Assist the CEO in determining the strategy for workforce training funds
Create pro forma for potential new markets for Pawsperity

Compliance and risk management

Ensure the organization is in compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations governing charitable organizations, including tax laws and reporting.
Oversee the organization's insurance policies, risk management procedures, and legal activities.
Monitor and stay up-to-date on changes in laws and regulations that may affect the organization's financial and operational functions.

Human resources

Oversee the management and development of the organization's human resources function, including compensation, benefits, and performance management.
Ensure that hiring and recruiting processes are consistent, equitable, and in line with organizational policy.
Oversee the employee benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement plans.

IT and facilities

Oversee the organization's information technology infrastructure and systems, working with staff or external vendors to ensure efficiency and security.
Oversee the physical infrastructure and facilities of the organization, maintenance, and equipment.
Oversee the implementation of technology solutions to improve financial and operational processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Proven experience overseeing diverse functions such as HR, IT, and facilities, in addition to finance.
Bachelor’s degree (CPA or MBA preferred).
5+ years of experience in financial management
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Proficiency in accounting software (Quickbooks preferred), financial modeling, and ERP systems.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Benefits:

Employer Health Savings Account contributions(up to $2520 year)
Health Insurance
Employee assistance program
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k)Retirement plan with employer match up to 3%

Apply at: Careers | Pawsperity

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