The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York · 1 week ago
Director of Finance
Rochester, New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expThe Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY is seeking a Director of Finance that will work with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to develop and manage the fiscal infrastructure that supports the mission-driven work of LASROC. This role includes budget development, grant support, program allocation, and financial planning while mentoring and supervising the finance team.
MedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the CFO, prepare LASROC Agency budget, program budgets, and grant budgets
Provide financial support for LASROC Grants Management, both in preparing budgets and preparing fiscal reports to funders as needed
Along with the CFO and Sr Managers, work with Program Leadership and the Grants Teams on grant allocations for each program
Assist with monthly profit and loss analysis and reports, including preparation of quarterly balance sheet and financial statements for the Board of Directors and Sr. Management
Assist the CFO in the preparation and review of all funding vouchers
Manage Financial Planning and Analysis, including quarter-end reporting, cash management, and budgeting and forecasting for all funders
Compare budget forecasts with actual results, identifying variances, trends, and recommending actions to Senior Management
Collaborate with HR, payroll, and other agency administrative staff to ensure that LASROC grants and financial statements are issued promptly and accurately
Evaluate and improve financial and operational processes, leveraging technology and automation to increase efficiency and scalability
Provide supervision and management of the Finance Team consisting of the Controller and Accountant
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and collaborative problem solving
Set clear expectations, goals, and priorities for team members and monitor their progress towards achieving them. Encourage opportunities for professional development
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports to provide feedback, support their professional development, and address performance issues
Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, balancing the Team’s workload and ensuring optimal utilization of team resources
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging open communication, idea sharing, and teamwork
Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience is required
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including supervisory responsibilities, preferred
Experience in the non-profit sector, with an understanding of non-profit accounting, financial reporting, program budget development, and compliance
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to prioritize work in a high-volume office, for themselves and their staff, are essential
Ability to communicate budgetary and financial findings and conclusions in an easy-to-understand manner
Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software; NetSuite by Oracle is a plus, but not required
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a proven track record of managing and developing a high-performing team
Discretion in handling confidential information
Commitment to social justice and a passion for serving underprivileged communities
Benefits
Hybrid Work schedule
Paid Lunch Hour
Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
Up to: 15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
96 hours of sick leave
32 hours of personal time
14 paid holidays a year
$600 per year internet stipend
3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan of your choice
5% language differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language
Paid Parking
Professional development opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
Company
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY provides civil legal services to residents of Monroe and 13 surrounding counties who otherwise could not afford them.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase