JOB OVERVIEW

The Director of Finance leads the day-to-day finance and accounting operations for the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions including maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures in compliance with GAAP in addition to all aspects of the Alliance’s financial systems and controls. The person in this position will supervise the Finance team and provide coaching and financial-support to revenue generating departments. The Director, Finance will ensure the integrity of the Alliance’s financial records, safeguarding of its assets and monitor the controls and efficiency of its transactional processes; including the preparation and tracking of a financial plan and forecast, and the timely and accurate reporting of financial results. This role reports directly to the Chief Operating & Finance Officer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / KEY JOB OUTCOMES

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Alliance’s financial records through efficient and prompt monthly and annual closing processes 
• Coordinate successful annual external audits of the Alliance’s financial statements and of its retirement plan and report to the Alliance’s Audit Committee
• Effectively lead the hiring, training and employee development of the Finance staff and provide consistent coaching and financial support, to all departments across the organization
• Develop and maintain a system of financial controls that safeguard the Alliance’s assets and ensures the appropriate disbursement of expenses and receipt of income; ensure that controls provide a strong return on investment of resources
• Develop and maintain efficient transactional processes relating to income and expenses, including the recording and banking of income, and the disbursement of payroll and accounts payable
• Collaborate closely with other relevant departments including People & Culture, Development, Visitor Services, Special Events and Design & Construction to ensure a seamless flow of information related to income and expense processes
• Oversee the preparation of the Alliance’s annual budget and periodic forecasting during the fiscal year; ensuring that budgets and forecasts anticipate trends, challenges and opportunities 
• Track changes in budget assumptions over time and develop methodology that provides Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors with information to help make well-informed decisions
• Develop and produce timely financial reports that provide budget holders and Senior Leadership with the information needed to manage resources and make decisions based on accurate data
• Forecast and manage the organization’s operational cash and investment resources
• Ensure the accurate recording and tracking of the Alliance’s endowment and other investments, as well as the receipt and sale of stock and other non-cash donations and collaborate with investment and banking partners as needed
• Prepare compliance reports and returns required by governmental agencies, including quarterly payroll tax returns, state unemployment returns, workers’ compensation audits, and annual charities registration reports. 
• Support the Development team by providing financial data, budgets, and reports in the formats required for grant applications and reports to donors
• Oversee and administer the Alliance’s risk management policies, including the renewal of all business insurance policies and processing of claims
• Support to the Chief Operating & Financial Officer in the coordination of Finance Committee and Audit Committee meetings including the planning and preparation of the agenda, materials and meeting minutes

  Performs other job-related duties and functions as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, accounting, Business Administration or other relevant discipline. Masters degree and/or CPA is highly preferred, but not required.
• 7-10 years experience in accounting and finance and experience in the non-profit sector is preferred
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in a leadership role overseeing all accounting and finance functions in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, budget and treasury

COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes)

Passion for the Alliance Mission & Core Values: A passion for public parks and environmental conservation combined with a commitment to treating others with respect, appreciating individual differences and embracing the values of diversity, equity and inclusion.   

Ethics & Integrity: Earns the trust and respect of others through a consistent commitment to integrity, honesty and professionalism in all interactions.

Accounting & Financial Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of GAAP, IRS regulations governing nonprofit organizations and the principles and best standards of practice of nonprofit accounting. Intimate understanding of all core functional areas of accounting and finance and establishing a comprehensive system of financial controls across all operating areas. Able to understand the unique business and financial challenges and implications of the Alliance’s varied activities, A strong commitment to quality and staying up to date on emerging trends and best practices in the field.

Financial Planning: Expertise in organization-wide financial planning, forecasting and budgeting, ideally learned in a variety of organizational settings. Ability to judge the appropriate investment of organizational resources in supporting financial processes. Ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial colleagues.

Fiscal Accountability: Follows fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards when committing fiscal resources or processing financial transactions.

Decision-Making & Judgment: Integrates broad knowledge of information sources, garners insight from abstract data that can be used to assess problems and exercises sound judgment to make decisions. Thoroughly analyzes the impact of possible solutions and decisions and shares probable impacts based on experience. Is proactive in deciding the best course of action, anticipating likely outcomes or implications. Ensures policies, procedures and measures are in place to support achievement of objectives.

Organization & Accountability: Meticulously well-organized with diligent attention to detail, ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and take pride in consistently producing accurate, timely and quality work products with minimal supervision. 

Planning, Organizing & Problem-Solving: Able to manage multiple projects effectively. Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives and ensures the optimal use of resources to effectively solve problems and accomplish work objectives. Alerts others to possible problems in a timely fashion and knows when to seek support and direction from others to solve problems, while offering possible solutions. Acts on solutions selected and decisions made. 

Leadership: Promotes organizational mission and goals and demonstrates ways to achieve them. A natural leader with the ability to inspire and meaningfully engage colleagues in support of the work of the Finance department. Ability to gain other’s support for ideas, proposals and solutions. Ensures policies, procedures and measures are in place to support achievement of department goals.

Staff Management & Coaching: Inspires and motivates team members. Enables staff to grow and be successful in achieving goals through meaningful feedback, instruction, encouragement, support and professional development. 

Relationship Building: Builds constructive and positive working relationships with colleagues and co-workers characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect.

Collaboration & Teamwork: Committed to working in collaboration with others, promoting cooperation and commitment to others and being a positive team contributor. 

Customer Service: Exhibits a strong commitment to delivering excellent and responsive service to internal and external customers. 

Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and key financial data and facts both verbally and in writing to all audiences. Demonstrates effective listening skills and openness to other people’s ideas and suggestions. 

Technology: Proficient with automated technologies that support areas of responsibility including G-Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS

• Job Grade: 2 (Senior Managerial) 
• Salary/Salary Range: $116,000 - 140,000 
• Work Hours:  35-40 hours per week, minimum
• FLSA Status: Exempt

*Salary offered will be based on a number of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

• The Alliance offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Supplemental Options: AFLAC, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSA + Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance
• 403b Contributions + 2% Employer Contributions

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is normally performed in an interior office setting which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unusual element. 
• Requires use of a desktop, laptop or video display terminal
• Requires routine physical movements with limited physical exertion
• Ability to communicate, receive and understand information through oral and written communication and proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Requires communicating information with co-workers, stakeholders and/or the public; reading correspondence, instructions and/or technical documents; writing correspondence and/or reports and filling in forms

Diversity Makes Us Stronger Together: Prospect Park Alliance serves park users of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and strives to reflect this diversity throughout our operations and in our leadership, staff, stakeholders and supporters. We know that by creating an equitable and inclusive workplace built on mutual respect and the appreciation of difference, our employees will feel safe to express themselves, voice their opinions and work together to find common ground and solutions. Integral to this vision is our longstanding commitment to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.