Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting

Mile High United Way•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mile High United Way is seeking a Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting who is committed to equity and has a personal connection to the organization's mission, vision, and values. This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for managing key accounting and reporting functions, including budgeting, financial and regulatory reporting, internal controls, risk management, and compliance. The Director will also support payroll, time & attendance, and employee benefits functions, present to the Board of Directors and Finance and Audit committees, and assist with treasury and cash management. A significant part of the role involves leading, managing, coaching, and mentoring a team of up to four staff members, ensuring robust policies, procedures, and internal controls are in place for flawless audits. The Director will collaborate with program leaders to educate them on finance procedures and support program operations, and partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and HR/IT staff to enhance integrated functions. The goal is to create and sustain a high-performing, mission-driven Finance department with high employee morale, satisfaction, and retention.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
5+ years of broad finance and accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $10 million.
Hands-on experience in a complex non-profit organization that has multiple programs and a high volume of financial transactions.
Progressive leadership responsibilities overseeing accounting and finance professionals and staff.
Keen analytic, organization and critical thinking skills.
A track record in managing government grants as it relates to compliance, accounting and reporting of government, corporate and foundation grants.
Applied knowledge of non-profit accounting theory.
Proficient in preparing spreadsheets, with excellent comprehension and reconciliation skills.
Experience with writing accounting processes, policies, and procedures.
Excellent written, oral, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Well-organized, strongly committed to accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively under time and work volume pressure.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs in a dynamic environment.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to work independently within a team environment.
Desire to give back to the community through commitment to Mile High United Way's mission.
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills.
Experience with Computerized Accounting Software.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Direct management of key accounting and reporting functions, including budgeting, planning, and forecasting.
Oversee financial and regulatory reporting, internal controls, and risk management.
Manage research and analysis, the procure-to-pay cycle, and compliance with contractual documents and government regulations.
Support payroll, time & attendance, and employee benefits functions.
Support presentations to the Board of Directors and Finance and Audit committees.
Assist the Chief Financial Officer with treasury and cash management duties.
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team.
Lead, manage, coach, and mentor a team of up to four staff members.
Ensure the organization has the necessary policies, procedures, internal controls, segregation of duties, and systems for effective program implementation and flawless audits.
Work closely with program leaders to educate them on finance procedures and explore how the finance function can support program operations.
Partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and HR/IT staff to enhance and better integrate finance, HR, and IT functions.
Help create and sustain a great workplace within the Finance department.
Monitor and analyze accounting data for accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting and other relevant information for monthly interim reporting and annual financial audit, A-133 audit and IRS 990 filing.
Manage the forecasting and management of cash flow to ensure financial predictability and sustainability.
Manage all aspects of the monthly financial accounting close process, including reconciliations, receivables, payables, accruals, and relevant journal entries.
Direct and lead the work of financial accounting team members, including mentoring staff members and assisting in job development and growth.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly and clear reconciling items timely.
Analyze assigned complex programs including developing budgets, monitoring multiple sources of funding and matching requirements.
Lead the production of financial schedules, account analysis and other relevant information for audits and other financial reporting requirements.
Lead presentations and communications with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.
Reconcile operating bank accounts, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations as well as ensuring adequate controls and cash management practices.
Recommend and implement improvements to department processes, reporting and/or software.
Lead adherence to, research of, and implementation of financial accounting objectives.