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Finance Director Location: US-OR-Eugene Jobcode: 0ed0d04852e283954717060a34ba1241-122020 Email Job
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Northwest Youth Corps
POSITION: Finance Director
LOCATION: Northwest Youth Corps Headquarters Office – Eugene, Oregon
STARTING WAGE: $55,000-$60,000 annual salary
BENEFITS OVERVIEW: Personal Leave, Paid Holidays, Medical and Dental Coverage, Disability/Life Insurance, 401k investment plan, Professional Development and other perks!
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
Since 1984, Northwest Youth Corps (NYC), a non-profit organization, has given tens of thousands of youth and young adults opportunities to learn, grow, and experience success. Through partnerships with conservation agencies, youth and young adults gain the personal and professional skills needed to carry out a variety of stewardship projects, from which they can earn a paycheck, high school credit, and/or an AmeriCorps educational award. More importantly, these young people gain skills needed to become economically and socially self-sufficient, benefit their communities as citizen stewards, and recognize that they can make a positive difference. NYC also operates an accredited charter school, internship program, and the Idaho Conservation Corps (ICC).
Position Summary
The Finance Director serves as an integral member of the Northwest Youth Corps team, and is responsible for overseeing the financial management functions of the organization. The Finance Director reports to and collaborates on strategic components with the Sr. Director of Administration. Responsibilities include maintaining internal controls, accuracy, and integrity of the Finance Department.
Position Details
Department Supervision and collaborations
With a passion and dedication to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, the Finance Director will share a strong commitment to the NYC mission and values and actively seek to remove barriers for underrepresented populations. This position collaborates with Department Directors on budget development, monthly financial reports, and grants management and compliance, while providing direct supervision and support to the finance team.
Position Qualifications & Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant professional experience; CPA or CMA is preferred (four years’ experience in a financial/accounting role or equivalent combinations of education and experience may substitute).
• Substantial experience in midrange accounting applications with strong technical and accounting systems foundation. Peachtree and/or QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Proven record of creating structure and best practice internal controls.
• Knowledge of financial regulatory guidelines and procedures as it relates to 501(c)(3).
• Expertise in managing federal grants and financial assistance agreements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices and principles to include cash flow management, financial analysis.
• Possess skills in problem resolution, initiative, prioritizing, implementing process enhancements, and handling of confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong detail orientation and ability to manage multiple overlapping priorities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting and Annual Audit
• Oversee accounting functions including the general ledger, account reconciliations, transaction processing, payroll, accounts receivable, benefits, and accounts payable.
• Facilitate accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and transaction completion. Maintains accurate forecasts of NYC’s financial position.
• Current knowledge and understanding of accounting and tax regulations and laws.
• Maintains records essential to annual tax preparation; including multi-state and federal payroll taxes. Collaboration with CPA to conclude an annual A-133 Audit, 990 and CT12 filing and ensure distribution of various grant and agreement terms and conditions.
Financial Controls and Risk Management
• Ensure adequate financial controls and establish additional controls as necessary.
• Maintain compliance with records retention requirements.
• Prepare and monitor all agency tax exemptions and required reporting to IRS and other revenue departments.
• Acquire and renew all applicable business licenses. • Act as primary liaison with all banking and credit facilities to ensure compliance.
Terms of Employment This is a full time, exempt position. Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00 PM; with periodic long days and/or evening and weekend responsibilities seasonally.
To Apply Email a cover letter, resume and three references to Jessie Johnson, HR Officer, at (e-mail removed) with Finance Director in the subject line. Provide document attachments in either word or pdf format. Please do not call.
Offers are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Additional program information can be found at (link removed)
Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Our core purpose is to provide opportunities for youth and young adults to learn, grow, and experience success. We believe diversity is a key source of strength for our communities, and we strive to create a safe and empowering environment for participants from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. We are deeply invested in the success of youth and young adults of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, religions, sexual orientations, economic statuses, or other socio-cultural identifiers.
Northwest Youth Corps
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