Director of Finance - Hammond, United States - Mental Health America of Northwest Indiana

Description

Mental Health America of Northwest Indiana


POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position:
Director of Finance (Exempt)


Reports to:
President/CEO


Supervisor Responsibilities:
Yes


Position Summary:

The Director of Finance is a member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for oversight, analysis, and reporting on the financial condition of the organization.

In addition, he/she is responsible for ensuring company accounting procedures and reporting conforms to generally accepted accounting principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following, although

other duties may be assigned to meet agency needs.

• Completes financial reports and program budgets monthly for the President/CEO and Board of Directors.
• Serves as the lead in grant budget preparation in collaboration with the President/CEO and Vice President of Operations. Monitors and analyzes monthly operating results against budgets.
• Regularly reviews and directs grant spend down activities to satisfy conditions of all grants on time and within appropriate guidelines.
• Proactively monitors and operates a strong internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, GAAP and A-133 audit requirements and guidelines.
• Reviews for accuracy the following reports prepared by Paycor: tax returns quarterly/annually, including Federal 941's, state income tax withholdings, state unemployment and W-2 for employees.
• Works with IT provider to ensure access to/use of most current, supported QuickBooks applications (QBO) for financial management and business continuity
• Prepares and tracks schedules for applications and financial reports as required for state/federal entities other funders as scheduled.
• Maintains and submits all financial information to complete the annual audit, including schedules, confirmations and statements.
• Prepares the annual operating budget with the President/CEO and Finance Committee.
• Establishes short and long-term department goals, objectives, and operating procedures.
• Works with President/CEO, Vice President of Operations, and Vice President of Human Resources to develop the strategic plan.
• Designs, implements and maintains financial controls to ensure reports are accurate, timely and meaningful in order to safeguard organizational assets which include reconciliations.

Directs and supervises the activities and performance of all Finance Department staff and ensures cross-training in all critical functions for appropriate backup, coverage, and business continuity.

• Observes safe job practices, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field with 3-5 years' experience, advanced degree in above related fields/CPA or additional years' experience in a non-profit environment preferred
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles including GAAP
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Effective verbal/written and interpersonal communication skills
• Detail oriented and well organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work to time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to work well independently and in groups
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word and QuickBooks accounting software
• Valid driver's license and insurable record required

Mental Health America of Northwest Indiana is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, employment, promotion, or transfer of qualified personnel, or in the administration of personnel practices based upon age, sex, race, ethnicity, nationality, handicap, or religion.

Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
$75, $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Experience level:

3 years


Physical setting:
Office

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Hammond, IN 46320

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