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United Way · 1 day ago

VP of Finance and Operations

St Cloud, MN

Contract

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

United Way is seeking a Vice President of Finance & Operations who will provide strategic leadership and financial oversight for the organization. The VPFO will manage financial planning, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and risk management while leading a team in finance and operations.

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Responsibilities

Leads staff in areas of finance, human resources, data systems, and operations

Brings strong financial leadership and excellence in all areas of finance

Has the ability to examine and understand strategic business needs and develops financial plans to support those needs

Provides financial analysis, forecasts and implications, and compliance review for strategic planning and initiatives

Monitors business performance with tracking tools, establishes correction measures as needed, and prepares detailed reports for Board, Committees, management team, and staff

Fulfills leadership role as a member of Senior Leadership Team

Manages and actively participates in month-end close cycle including: accounts receivable, accounts payable, grants receivable, revenue/expenses, bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, etc

Creates and presents an accurate annual budget recognizing income and expenses by class and grant. Works in collaboration with team to garner information, support, and commitment to execute the financial work plan. Prepares budget forecasts for future organizational planning

Maintains integrity of all financial transactions. Requires that income recognized and expenses incurred comply with the organization’s policies and procedures, United Way Worldwide, and state and federal laws. Creates and maintains financial standards and internal control procedures to comply with GAAP and FASB standards. Maintains relationship with financial institutions, makes deposits, audits and reconcile accounts and processes, etc

Provides financial statement analysis and recommends areas of opportunities to staff and peers. Reports statement variances to President / CEO, Finance Committee, and staff

Reviews, reconciles, prepares, and submits accurate information for Financial Audit and Form 990. Works with auditors for timely compliance with requests and achieves a clean audit opinion

Maintains integrity of data systems, information gathered and input, and processes to produce accurate data consistently

Oversees grant compliance as related to financial activity. Reviews grant applications, budgets, and relevance to mission of organization

Works with team to reconcile grant income and expenses, adhering to grant award criteria and standards

Reviews organizational contracts seeking mutual agreement while protecting the reputation and assets of the organization. Recommends action to President / CEO

Conducts risk assessment and recommends action to President / CEO as needed

Procures insurance coverage for worker’s compensation, D&O, EPLI, General Liability, and Property. Manages claims processing as needed

Creates capital expenditures budget and manages capital related improvements

Maintains personal property inventory and depreciation schedule

Reviews and authorizes work as related to data management, information systems update, communications technology, etc

Maintains HR files including employee personnel files and annual compliance records/reports

Responsible for preparation of offer of employment packages. Processes all hiring and benefits paperwork involved

Manages confidential information with integrity

Processes biweekly payroll for employees including compensation, expense reimbursements, deductions as allowed by employee and law, PTO/holidays, garnishments, etc

Manages benefits in areas of medical insurance, HSA / FSA contributions, LTD, STD, ADD, Life, Vision, PTO, Leave, 401k plan, and Employee Assistance Program. Provides staff with information regarding benefits upon hiring and during annual meeting. Complies with laws and regulations, reporting benefits, form 5500, earned income, COBRA coverage, etc. Secures specifications, quotes, reviews plans, and recommends benefit plan for approval. Refers employees to carriers as needed to resolve questions and problems

Assists in the on-boarding of employees by producing new hire information packets and ensuring enrollment in systems

Performs HR related duties in conjunction with the President / CEO in areas of employee recognition and employee relations

Processes monthly benefits plan invoices for payment

Annually conducts open enrollment for employee benefit plans

Ensures that organization complies with employment law and mitigates risks associated with employment practices

Updates policy manual as needed to align with organizational and legal requirements

Creates and maintains systems for internal equity with skill set assessment, job banding, etc

Initiates/maintains continuation of benefits post-employment including COBRA coverage notification with employees and carriers

Maintains work flow and organization, prioritizing tasks to best meet the overall needs of the organization

Promotes United Way of Central Minnesota, its, Mission, Vision, Core Values, programs, and achievements to the public and staff

Complies with all policies & procedures, participates in company meetings, events, and training, and represents the organization in a professional manner

Performs other duties as required, assists co-workers as time permits, and performs duties as related to care of the facility, maintaining a clean and safe work environment for all

Seeks professional development to enhance job performance and productivity

Qualification

Financial PlanningFinancial ReportingBudgetingGAAP ComplianceCPAQuickbooksMicrosoft ExcelRisk ManagementHuman ResourcesProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance required

Minimum five years of experience as a leader with financial accountability

Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Honest approach to interpersonal relationships to ensure trust and confidentiality

Demonstrates the ability to share ideas and works well with others. Asks questions, provide feedback, and responds to others in a way that shows compassion and attentiveness