Background

George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF®) is a charitable organization dedicated to providing an equal opportunity for young children in Tulsa, Oklahoma through investments in early childhood education, community health, social services, and civic enhancement. It is a supporting organization for Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF).

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for the timely and accurate financial and investment reporting of George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF®) and affiliated entities and supporting the Controller in the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal processes and controls. 

REPORTS TO

This position reports directly to the Controller

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain and/or review accounting records for GKFF® investments. Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
• Investment reconciliations and analyses
• Communications regarding investment transactions 
• Overseeing GKFF®’s investment management platform and file documentation
• Financial statement support and related reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Tax Form 990 compliance for investments, including foreign reporting requirements
• Ad hoc reporting, research, and analysis
• Review and maintain accounting for GKFF® investment activities and balances in accordance with U.S. GAAP and in compliance with IRS Form 990 requirements.
• Generate reports and create or review work papers to support GKFF® and related entities’ audit, Form 990, and other filings.
• Promote communication and facilitate information sharing and efficient workflow with internal and external teams. Drive automation and process improvement in these areas. 
• Support the Controller in the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal processes and controls related to Investments. 
• Assist the Controller in reviewing and monitoring the work of internal and external investment accounting teams. 
• Assist with or manage specific projects as needed.
• Other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance or related, or equivalent experience
• Graduate degree in a related field is a plus
• 3-5 years of accounting experience required
• Experience working with non-profit organizations, investment services, or family offices preferred
• Public accounting, auditing, or tax compliance experience is a plus

Proficiencies:

• Advanced ability with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Adobe Pro
• Proficient with QuickBooks or other accounting software
• Ability to utilize and become proficient at a variety of computer programs
• Experience with workflow applications and automation tools is a plus
• Experience in investment custodial services or investment tracking software is a plus 

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently while functioning as a team player
• Strong organizational skills and excellent time management 
• Analytical: Ability to perform analysis of complex data related to investments, grants, and program activities
• Client Service: Desire to provide responsive and respectful client service when working with program staff, management, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Effective Communication: 
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences, including but not limited to: external constituents, internal staff, and all levels of management
• Comfortable working with diverse population 
• Self-Motivation: 
• Desire to create objectives, establish priorities and proceed with goals under limited supervision
• Strong desire to learn and continually improve skills and techniques within the role
• Strategic Thinking and Innovation:  
• Ability to reason and solve problems in high pressure situations
• Recognize strategic opportunities for systems change
• Introduce new tactics or approaches that significantly improve or revise existing systems
• Ability to adapt to a fast paced, changing work environment while managing multiple projects
• Excellent work ethic and attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a computer monitor for multiple hours at a time.

Hours and Location

• Job location is at GKFF® offices – 7030 S. Yale Ave, Suite 600 Tulsa, OK 74136 – Travel to and work at other GKFF® locations in and around Tulsa will likely be required from time to time
• The current expectation is the first 90 days of this new role will be in the office 5 days a week or as much as possible to work through the transition of the accounting realignment. After 90 days, it is expected that the successful candidate will be able to create a hybrid (remote and on-site) work schedule that is mutually agreeable to the candidate and the supervisor. GKFF’s current general expectation is that employees are in the office a minimum of 3 full days and that if the employee is working remotely, they are able to appear on camera for all virtual meetings.