Director of Finance & Accounting

Indiana State Teachers Association•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Business Operations/CFO of the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) is responsible for managing the day-to-day business operations of the association, ensuring strong internal controls and setting a tone at the top of fiduciary responsibility and stewardship. This includes the work of the finance and accounting, center print, and member resource center departments. This permanent Management position is located at the headquarters office in Indianapolis and reports to the Executive Director. The qualifications listed below are those required for the position but do not encompass all those activities that may be included in the responsibilities and performance expectations of the job. Certain daily activities related to the individual’s job may be performed regularly but are too general in nature to include.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
Certified Public Accountant preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Business Operations Management, or similar field.
At least five to ten years of management experience with an organization of fifty or more people and a budget of at least $10M.
Experience working with a labor union and not-for-profit experience preferred.
Experience developing written policies and protocols and developing systems to support the operations of the organization.
Experience participating in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within an organization and a commitment to advance diversity and social justice.
Strong communication and collaboration skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Experience in conflict resolution, including skills to initiate problem solving, and experience in successfully facilitating and mediating difficult and controversial situations.
Knowledge of General accounting and financial reporting procedures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of 401(k) Retirement plans
Knowledge of IRS rules and regulations especially as they relate to tax-exempt organizations, labor unions, and political action committees and activities
Experience in Payroll reporting and processing of payroll taxes
Experience in Employee benefits, including self-insured health care and retirement plans
General office software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Microsoft Dynamics and accounting software packages.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant preferred.
Experience working with a labor union and not-for-profit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Actively manage the day-to-day business operations of the association, ensuring strong internal controls and setting a tone at the top of fiduciary responsibility and stewardship. This includes the work of the finance and accounting, center print, and member resource center departments.
Lead the financial operations of the Association, ensuring quality, integrity, and stewardship of members’ dues and the organization.
Work with the executive director and other staff to develop the association budget in cooperation with elected leadership ensuring the budget reflects association goals.
Build trusted relationships and work across the association with governance, management, and staff.
Prepare and review financial forecasts, statements, and analysis for ISTA.
Act as head of the Finance and Accounting Department, working closely with the Accounting Supervisor to ensure seamless financial operations.
Act as head of the Membership Resource Center(MRC), working closely with the MRC Supervisor to provide support and ensure seamless membership system operations.
Provide support and guidance to the association treasurer. Assist with and/or lead various trainings and presentations to the board regarding the operations and financials status of the association.
Regularly communicate financial results and information to the management and leadership teams and other elected leaders as needed.
Serve as an officer and/or member of the boards of the ISTA Insurance Trust, the Associations’ political action committee (I-PACE), the ISTA Foundation, and other assigned roles.
Manage accounting control systems ensuring that accurate and timely accounting information and financial reports are produced.
Oversee the Association’s banking and investment activities. Actively manage cash flow to ensure it meets the Association’s needs. Serve as the primary contact and work with advisors.
Serve as the Association’s primary liaison with its Independent Auditors in cooperation with the Supervisor of Accounting. Ensure the annual audits are completed smoothly and in a timely manner.
Oversee the negotiation and execution of Association contracts and leases with vendors and service providers.
Participate in labor-management meetings and negotiations with staff unions.
Work closely with the executive director to employ and coordinate with outside legal counsel on various matters as needed. Monitor changes in legal, regulatory, and administrative environments and implement changes in procedures needed to maintain compliance while maximizing operational and financial results.
Work with Management and Governance Leadership on Strategic Planning
Manage and oversee landlord/tenant relationships.
Serve as administrator and secretary to the employee retirement plans.
Serve as the primary contact for association operations.
Attend various association meetings as needed, including some travel and after hours/weekend time.
Serve as the backup for other department staff as needed.
Perform miscellaneous other activities as directed.