Director of Finance & Operations

Greenbelt Alliance • Oakland, CA

4h

About The Position

Are you enthusiastic about bringing a numbers-savvy, strategic lens to financial oversight and management? Excited to provide leadership and direction to operational infrastructure in service of the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability? Greenbelt Alliance is hiring a Director of Finance and Operations who will be instrumental in deepening its financial management infrastructure to accommodate anticipated growth in programs and revenue while engaging deeply in the day-to-day details of nonprofit operations and human resources. This is a senior leadership role working closely with organizational leadership to support thoughtful decision-making around growth, staffing, program expansion, and funding strategy. We are looking for someone who brings years of experience in finance and operations who is excited to collaborate with colleagues to direct and implement organizational financial policies, procedures, management, and strategy to ensure Greenbelt Alliance’s healthy financial position carries forward and operational needs are consistently met.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of relevant experience and demonstrated success in prior accounting and finance roles
• Experience in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field
• Experience as a people manager with knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other staff members
• Excellent mathematical and analysis skills
• Experience with nonprofit financial systems as well as operations and administration
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit accounting
• Ability to lead departments and individuals
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including presenting on financial information
• Willingness to continually improve processes and systems, and be a team player
• Ability to strategize creatively and think critically, overcoming obstacles and offering sustainable solutions
• Self-starting work ethic, comfortable working both collaboratively and independently

Nice To Haves

• Proficient use of the following software is a plus: Google Suite, Quickbooks, BILL, Zoom, Salesforce, Asana, Insperity, TimeCamp, Slack

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including accounts, ledgers, AP/AR, cash management, investments, and reporting systems
• Lead annual budget development, midyear forecasting, and multi-year financial planning, including cash flow analyses and contingency planning
• Present financial reports, dashboards, and narratives to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and internal reporting
• Lead the annual audit process, including financial statements and IRS 990
• Develop and manage complex public funding budget proposals and oversee state and federal grant administration and compliance
• Maintain a revenue processing system for timely draw-downs and reimbursements across multiple grant periods
• Strengthen and implement internal policies and controls to protect assets and ensure financial accuracy
• Supervise and provide strategic guidance to the Sr. Finance and Grants Manager and accounting staff, serving as back-up across functions as needed
• Provide oversight to the People Operations Manager on HR and employee relations matters in collaboration with a third-party PEO
• Oversee organizational operations including office management, infrastructure, and vendor relations
• Support development and maintenance of operational systems, policies, and documentation
• Ensure operational practices reflect organizational values and foster a collaborative work environment

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance policies
• Life insurance policy also provided
• 50% Employer-Paid Insurance policies for dependents
• Generous Paid Time-Off package, including Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Floating Holidays
• As many as 14 paid holidays off, including Winter Break
• Professional development and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed