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CFS · 8 hours ago

Assistant Director of Finance

CFS is a service-oriented, team-driven organization focused on creating vibrant and sustainable life. The Assistant Director of Finance will lead financial functions, support payroll and benefits, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborative work environment.

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Responsibilities

Assist with the primary responsibility for financial management of the organization in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Director of Finance
Perform all aspects of financial reporting, both internally and externally
Adapt, develop and enforce financial controls and policies across the organization
Determine and implement best practices for internal processes. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement new procedures within the finance department
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including IRS, State of CT, for all finance and payroll activity. Including preparing and submitting reports as required
Work closely with Director of Finance and Senior leadership to best strategically align organization’s financial growth and goals
Create and manage relationships with external partners including vendors, software providers, and regulatory agencies
Perform daily accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, tracking of donor restricted funds and release from restriction, preparing bank deposits, entering online donations as well as monitoring online banking activity
Perform monthly accounting functions including banks, GL account and financial system, to system reconciliation to ensure financial information and donations are accurate
Manage bi-weekly payroll process via Hillel International’s online payroll system On-boarding of new employees
Provide support for various student organizations for which the Organization acts as fiscal intermediary
Assist in annual budget process including managing budget in Sage software
Participate in yearend close and the annual audit process with our external auditor
Manage financial relationships and transactions with various entities
Make sure endowment balances, earnings and expense allocations are tracked correctly. Record quarterly activity per investment statements
Provide support for staff and various student organizations for which the Organization acts as fiscal intermediary
Other duties as determined by the Director of Finance

Qualification

Financial managementGAAP knowledgeCPA/CMA/CFA designationSage softwareCloud-based ERP systemsAccounting for endowment fundsDonor restricted Net AssetsCustomer service skillsTeam-orientedDetail-orientedCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum 8+ years of relevant work experience
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Demonstrated ability to lead fostering a positive and productive work environment
Masters degree in applicable field or 5 + years of managerial experience in finance
Experience partnering with leadership and having a high level of oral and written communications skills
Capacity to assess process and internal control weaknesses, and suggest/develop improvements
Able to work in highly diverse environment, maintain confidentiality, and strong customer service skills
Quick learner, detail-oriented, flexible and organized
Able to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred

strongly preferred in the non-profit sector
Preference will be given to candidates with a CPA or CMA or CFA designations
Experience with cloud-based ERP financial systems, preferably Sage Intacct, Bill and Blackbaud
Experience with accounting for endowment funds
Experience with tracking of donor restricted Net Assets

Benefits

Health insurance
Group Supplemental Retirement Annuity (GSRA)
Pension plan
Life insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Flexible Spending Plan
Generous vacation/sick time
Parental leave
Professional development, mentoring, and skill building opportunities

Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dan Casey
CEO, Founder
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