Finance Director

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency•Farwell, MI

About The Position

General Responsibilities Provides strategic oversight of all agency financial operations. Ensures regulatory compliance with federal and state regulations, and long-term financial stability necessary to advance the mission of Mid Michigan Community Action. Leads budgeting, financial reporting, fund accounting, and audit functions. Establishes and maintains strong internal controls and financial systems. Delivers financial analysis and insight to inform leadership decision-making. Serves as a strategic financial partner to the Executive Director and Leadership Team providing financial insight and support. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead the development of the agency’s annual budget, multi-year projections, and long-term fiscal plans. Provide financial analysis, modeling, and guidance to support executive decision-making. Maintain and strengthen internal control systems to reduce financial risk, ensure appropriate segregation of duties, and safeguard agency assets. Oversee day-to-day financial functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and general ledger integrity. Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders. Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure operational stability. Ensure accurate allocation of grant expenditures, cost allowability, and adherence to OMB Uniform Guidance. Work closely with directors to support grant budgeting, monitoring, and forecasting. Serve as the primary point of contact for the Single Audit; oversee collection of documentation; and prepare key elements such as the SEFA and various audit schedules. Develop cross training plans and workflow redundancy within the finance team to ensure continuity of operations and reduce organizational risk. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder regulations as well as agency policies. Supervise and develop finance staff, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance management. Provide financial insight and support to the Leadership Team to promote effective use of program funds. Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the leadership team and Board of Directors and serve as the staff liaison to the Finance Committee & Board Treasurer. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities in clear, accessible terms.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
At least 5 to 7 years of experience in nonprofit fund accounting and multi-grant financial management.
Strong understanding of federal and state grant regulations, including Uniform Guidance.
Experience leading or supporting Single Audits.
Supervisory experience and demonstrated leadership abilities.
Advanced proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Must be able to perform light physical activities associated with an office environment, including occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds and frequent movement within the workplace
Must have Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet).
Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.
Must be willing to accept new challenges.
The ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.
Must have good communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively with people.
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, pass State Police Criminal Clearance Check and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including the review of criminal records, abuse, neglect, finger printing, and sex offender registries at any time during employment.
Must comply with the Agency's smoke-free and drug-free policies.
Understand the importance of daily work attendance.

Nice To Haves

CPA, MBA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the agency’s annual budget, multi-year projections, and long-term fiscal plans.
Provide financial analysis, modeling, and guidance to support executive decision-making.
Maintain and strengthen internal control systems to reduce financial risk, ensure appropriate segregation of duties, and safeguard agency assets.
Oversee day-to-day financial functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and general ledger integrity.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure operational stability.
Ensure accurate allocation of grant expenditures, cost allowability, and adherence to OMB Uniform Guidance.
Work closely with directors to support grant budgeting, monitoring, and forecasting.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the Single Audit; oversee collection of documentation; and prepare key elements such as the SEFA and various audit schedules.
Develop cross training plans and workflow redundancy within the finance team to ensure continuity of operations and reduce organizational risk.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder regulations as well as agency policies.
Supervise and develop finance staff, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
Provide financial insight and support to the Leadership Team to promote effective use of program funds.
Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the leadership team and Board of Directors and serve as the staff liaison to the Finance Committee & Board Treasurer.
Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities in clear, accessible terms.