Posted on January 17, 2013

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Director of Finance

The Director of Finance participates as a member of the Management and Finance/Operations Teams with primary responsibility for the Foundation’s financial operations and administration. The foci of this position are financial planning, management and evaluation. Associated responsibilities include policies and procedures, hands-on daily financial management, monthly reporting and annual budget and audit. Under the general direction of, and in partnership with, the Vice President of Development and Finance, the Director of Finance regularly makes independent, critical decisions on behalf of the Foundation. The Foundation’s annual operating budget is $7 million and its assets are $11 million. As a member of the Foundation’s Management Team, the Director of Finance also plays a valuable role in executing the broad direction set forth by the strategic plan and helping to manage overall operations, including personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Implement financial policies and guidelines to ensure the Foundation’s assets are protected, utilized effectively, internal controls are adequate and investment returns optimized in compliance with the Investment Guidelines.
• Oversee and manage the daily financial operations of the Foundation, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll and benefits administration, reporting, reconciliation, third party contracts and all regulatory filings in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, IRS regulations for nonprofit organizations.
• Supervise the Bookkeeper/Operations Coordinator.
• Create and evaluate short- and long-range measurable financial goals and objectives, including an annual workplan, ensuring appropriate integration with those of Development and Communications and Programs.
• Manage the Foundation’s annual budgeting process and monthly financial tracking; produce budget presentation materials and monthly financial reports for the Foundation’s Board Finance Committee.
• Manage and track cash flow in order to maintain positive cash position, monitor various accounts and project cash needs; adhere to the Foundation’s Operating Reserve Guidelines.
• Provide complete, accurate and timely financial reports to staff, board and funders.
• Manage the annual audit, including preparation of schedules, compliance and response to management letter.
• Partner with the Foundation’s Program Team to track grant revenue and releases and ensure fulfillment of the Foundation’s related financial obligations.
• Provide regular reports to the Foundation’s donor-advised fund holders, fiscally-sponsored entities and special pass-through projects.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and create special reports as requested.
• With the VP of Development and Finance, support the Finance and Audit Committees of the Board of Directors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent education required.
• A minimum of 7 years nonprofit accounting and financial management experience.
• Demonstrated success in managing a finance department, including strategy development, budgeting, daily financial management, database management and staff supervision.
• Demonstrated understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, IRS regulations for nonprofit organizations and fund accounting.
• Mastery of Blackbaud’s Financial Edge or comparable accounting software.
• Willingness and ability to gain proficiency with other software applications related to the duties of the position.
• Excellent project management, listening, oral and written communication and meeting facilitation skills with a demonstrated ability to relate to and communicate with diverse audiences and communities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and motivate others to do so in a highly collaborative environment.
• Outstanding attention to detail and follow-through.
• Willingness and ability to travel to meetings and other Foundation events.
• Mathematical and reasoning skills suitable to execute all assigned tasks and responsibilities, even with frequent distractions and multiple priorities.
• Understanding of donor advised funds, donor circles and private funding desired.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook and Office Suite (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Qualities

• Must possess a strong commitment to the mission, policies, goals and philosophy of the Women’s Foundation of California.
• Impeccable ethics, highly developed decision-making skills and unfailingly trustworthy.
• Must be able to work independently and multi-task with high degree of project and time-management capacity.
• Strong self-motivation, organization and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and to motivate others to do so.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create positive, long-term working relationships by demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and customer service, tact, dependability, diplomacy and flexibility.
• Proven ability to work in a small and friendly office environment where each staff person assumes multiple responsibilities while striving to achieve shared goals.
• Positive approach, can-do attitude and sense of humor.

Application Instructions

Please visit our website (http://www.womensfoundca.org/job-openings) to learn more about the Foundation. If the position appeals to you and you meet the minimum requirements, you are invited to provide the following as your initial application for Director of Finance:

* A cover letter stating your interest, availability and general qualifications
* A resume or CV outlining your skills and experience

Submit your complete packet via reply to this posting. Those meeting the minimum requirements will be asked to complete a formal application prior to further consideration.

The Women's Foundation of California provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to everyone, thus employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. The Foundation does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, size, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, veteran status, disability, AIDS/HIV status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.