Finance Director

Pinal Gila Community Child Services•Casa Grande, AZ

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Director is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting systems, including budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, and audit preparation. This role involves coordinating, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of the corporate accounting department for both internal management and external parties. The Finance Director will oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate with outside audit firms, and review their performance. Additionally, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements

Certified Public Accountant or a BA degree in Accounting, Business, Fiscal Management, or related field. All education must be from an accredited institution.
Five years' experience of analyzing accounts for a multi-funded Agency, computerized accounting systems, fund accounting preferred.
Three years' experience with Excel, reporting software, and database systems.
Strong computer skills, word processing, spreadsheets, email, and internet.
Arizona's driver's license, proof of insurance, fingerprint card, and Social Security card, and provide a vehicle for program business.
A Health Questionnaire is required at hire and will be updated every 3 years.
Meet all agencies, state and federally required immunizations or have an approved exemption on file.
Employee must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, account analysis methods, and financial recordkeeping practices.
Knowledge of computer hardware, data verification and data entry techniques, proper coding of documents, PGCCS and departmental policies and procedures, and office practices.
Skilled in operating automated accounting systems and general office equipment, performing data entry, and verifying and validating the work of other staff.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, particularly mathematical, bookkeeping, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to prioritize and manage workload and deadlines with sustained concentration, attention to detail, and accuracy.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively.
Ability to demonstrate/capable understanding of the DCS reporting system, signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

Nice To Haves

fund accounting preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, and oversees implementation of Finance/Accounting department objectives and goals.
Exercises supervision over assigned staff; gives input in hiring, suspending, recalling, and discharging employees; carries out performance evaluations per personnel policies.
Organizes and assists in the preparation of agency-wide departmental budgets.
Oversees project management on Fund Accounting software and assists with payroll software.
Makes recommendations and implements accounting policies and procedures.
Reconciles agency-wide funds; closes monthly financial reports.
Responsible for ensuring fixed assets are recorded correctly.
Responsible for month-end journal entries.
Monitors expenditures; maintains computerized G/L accounts and financial formats.
Monitors and maintains accurate accounting and payroll records.
Maintains control of accounting activities and ensures financial integrity.
Assists with planning for future programs and develops strategies for implementation.
Evaluates services and reports federal compliance to CEO.
Reports internal financial information to appropriate personnel.
Stays current on rules and regulations regarding proper use of State and Federal Grant funds for Head Start.
Maintains confidentiality of all financial, personnel, and agency information.
Proficient in utilizing various virtual platforms to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.