Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon · 5 days ago
Director of Finance
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is responsible for overseeing financial operations within the District. The Director of Finance will manage budgeting, compliance, and financial reporting while supervising the finance department and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Develops and implements District and Finance Division financial policies and procedures
Prepares and administers the District's budget in compliance with Oregon Local Budget Law
Assists in preparation and monitoring of the District's Capital Improvements Plan
Assists in preparation and monitoring of the District's long-range financial plan
Prepares and monitors the Finance Division's operating budget
Oversees annual audits
Presents financial data to a variety of audiences including District staff, the Board of Directors and its committees (e.g. Budget, Finance) and to the general public
Prepares or directs the preparation of monthly financial statements and statistical reports
Administers federal, state and local grants ensuring compliance with Federal Transit Administration (the District's cognizant agency) or other grantor's policies
Ensures the reliability of the District's financial and budgetary systems
Collaborates with other departments to provide financial expertise for projects and other initiatives
Advises management representatives during the collective bargaining process or may serve on the bargaining team
Maintains effective working relationships with numerous District partners and vendors such as federal and state agencies, local municipalities, banks, auditors, actuaries, etc
Manages debt financing and investments
Oversees the agency's Finance department including: financial performance, including development, long-term financial planning and reporting, pensions, accounting, the Board Finance Committee, and strategic recommendations
Ensures the agency's financial performance is transparent, communicated in an easily interpreted manner, and stakeholders are well-informed
Advises the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Executive Officer
Makes recommendations and presentations to Executive Management staff and Board of Directors
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or a similar field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and finance
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or a similar field
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) designation preferred
Experience in the transit industry or with Federal Transit Administration preferred