Director of Finance - Tucson, United States - Amistades, Inc.

Description

• Develop, monitor, and manage the annual budget in collaboration with department heads and program managers
• Provide financial forecasting and analysis to support strategic decisionmaking
• Track budget variances and implement corrective actions when necessary
• Ensure compliance with donorspecific budget requirements and reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports for the CEO, Board of Directors, and funding partners
• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks
• Present financial information in a clear and understandable manner to nonfinancial stakeholders

• Oversee the annual financial audit process, liaising with external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements, including IRS guidelines for nonprofit organizations
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement financial systems and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Train staff on financial systems and ensure data integrity

• Monitor cash flow and manage cash reserves to meet operational needs
• Establish and manage banking relationships, including credit lines and investments

• Embraces and supports the Amistades mission and vision
• Work with efficiency, diplomacy and a highlevel of professionalism and cultural awareness
• Deep knowledge of state, federal, and other compliance implications of nonprofit status
• Entrepreneurial, flexible, and innovative approach to operational management and administration initiatives
• Experience in development and implementation of financial management systems
• Analytic and decisive decision maker with the ability to prioritize and communicate to staff key objectives and tactics necessary to achieve organizational goals
• Superior management skills and ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers
• Supervise and mentor finance and accounting staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Ability to partner with the C-Suite level staff and work collaboratively with a highperformance management team
• Facilitate conflict resolution and foster agreement on difficult issues
• Excellent judgment and creative problemsolving skills including negotiation of contracts and other business agreements
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, including the ability to prepare financial reports

• Bachelors degree in finance/accounting, or equivalent education and experience
• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial management experience in a nonprofit or similar environment
• Strong knowledge and understanding of nonprofit governance, compliance, and financial management.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting principles and regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to the organization's mission and values.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and problemsolving abilities
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of state, federal, and other compliance implications of nonprofit status
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite

• Consent to drug testing (preemployment and random)
• Proof of full COVID19 vaccination and booster (preferred)
• Reliable transportation
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Current automobile insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000
• Satisfactory Background check
• Must work 100% onsite (not a remote position)

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

• 10 years

• Tucson, AZ 85701: Relocate before starting work (required)