Senior Director Of Finance & Accounting

LifeWorks of Austin, TX is looking for a Senior Director to join our Finance & Accounting team! The Sr. Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for all financial matters of LifeWorks and its affiliate organizations. Reports to, and works closely with, the Chief Operating Officer. Serves on the agency's Executive Team and supports the Board of Governors to develop and implement strategies across the organization. Directs the activities and functions of the Finance and Accounting Department including being responsible for the budgeting, central accounting system, cash management, investment management, accounts/pledge receivables, accounts payable, and operations and accurate reporting.

This full time, exempt position earns a competitive starting pay rate ranging from $160,479.44-$175.369.29 annually, depending upon experience. Benefits are also included, which consist of 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 15 paid holidays per year; a free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Policy

• Leads the coordination and development of budgets; monitors and provides updates on Agency budget throughout fiscal year.

• Develops financial business plans and forecasts.

• Consults with and reviews the activities of division heads and determines desired objectives.

• Participates in strategic planning and policy development as a member of the Executive Team.

• Engages the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors to develop financial policies and plans.

• Represents the organization to financial partners, including financial institutions, investors, foundation executives, auditors, public officials, etc.

• Develops and utilizes forward-looking, predictive models and activity-based financial analyses to provide insight into the organization's operations and business plans.

• Contributing member of the Agency Rick Management Committee focusing on areas of financial exposure.

• Manages acquisition of liability, property, crime, and Directors and Officers insurance coverage to adequately cover Agency, assets, and personnel/volunteers.

• Oversees the hiring, training, supervision, and dismissal of staff and ensures staff receive the necessary resources and training to do their jobs.

• Utilizes and advances financial software and technology for increasing department efficiencies and productivity.

Finance and Accounting

• Directs the preparation of statements and reports on financial affairs for the administrative team, funding sources, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and general public.

• Ensures that finance and accounting staff maintain financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and monitors the use of all funds.

• Oversees cash flow planning and ensures availability of funds as needed.

• Oversees cash, investment, and asset management.

• Reviews accounts payable expenditures for compliance with grant requirements and agency policies.

• Oversees financing strategies and activities, as well as banking relationships.

• Ensures that LifeWorks financial systems and controls are adequate to protect the assets and reputation of the agency.

• Ensures timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management reporting for public and private funders.

• Leads the annual independent audit as well as internal audits by funders; oversees preparation and filing of 990 tax returns for all entities.

• Ensures legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions.

• Establishes internal control structure to ensure protection of agency assets.

• Oversees expense management process and ensures operational ownership through visibility into available funds and expenses incurred.

• Manages Agency's tax requirements including facilitating annual application for property tax exemption for Affordable Housing and managing of cash flow and cash reserves.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting. or a related field and;

• 8+ years' experience managing financial/accounting operations with multiple funding streams, preferably in a non-profit environment; or

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience.

• Knowledge/experience with requirements of federal funding and GAAP requirements.

• Preferred knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget and 2.CFR.200 Subpart F - Audit Requirements.

• Proficient level experience with Microsoft Office including, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Proficient with finance and accounting software packages, strongly preferred experience in NetSuite.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills.

ABOUT LIFEWORKS

With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth who are on journeys to lives they love and stability for themselves and their families. LifeWorks goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community.