Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience., Minimum 5 years' experience in finance or related field., Strong financial analysis skills and ability to interpret complex data., Familiarity with Microsoft Products, Expense Management Software, and QuickBooks Online..

Key responsabilities:

Manage annual budget preparation in collaboration with the Executive Team and accounting team.

Conduct financial analyses to support data-informed decision-making.

Lead annual audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.

Collaborate with outsourced accounting to produce financial statements and support the Finance Committee of the Board.

Job description

The Pioneers is looking for a finance director with excellent organizational and analytical skills. The director is expected to be detail-oriented, knowledgeable on statistics, have strong problem-solving skills, and an investigative nature.

Budgeting and Analysis

Manage annual preparation of a mission-driven budget, working in close collaboration with the Executive Team and outsourced accounting team.
Conduct financial analyses to allow the Executive Team and program leaders to make data-informed decisions.
Manage cash and ensure funds are adequate to meet operational needs.
Lead annual audit preparation in collaboration with auditors
Ensure completion of Form 990, Massachusetts Form PC and 1099 submissions.
Lead preparation of monthly invoices and financial reports for a wide range of Funds, Grants and Donations.
Support execution of grants and contract documents, ensuring appropriate systems are in place for billing and financial reporting.
Ensure cash receipts are coded and properly reflected in the general ledger
Process accounts payable via BILL and manual checks, record all business transactions in QuickBooks.
Reconcile credit cards on a monthly basis with support of Operations Manager.

Financial Reporting

Collaborate with outsourced accounting to manage monthly close and produce financial statements.
Along with the Executive Director, staff the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; schedule meetings and support the preparation of reports and agendas.
Provide training and technical assistance for staff to support the development of financial literacy and management and skills within the team.
Maintain up-to-date industry knowledge via regular research, training, and consultation.
Collaborate with Operations and Information Technology department to renew or improve system applications.
Other duties maybe assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience.
Strong financial analysis skills, ability to make sense of complex financial data and translate it for a wide range of audiences.
Strong familiarity with Microsoft Products, Expense Management Software, QuickBooks Online, ability to assess, learn, and lead the implementation of new digital systems.
Minimum 5 years' experience preferred.

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