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OFFICE LOCATION 1015 15th Street, NW Suite 1200, Washington, DC 8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300, Vienna, VA WORK SCHEDULE Hybrid/Flexible REPORTS TO President &amp; CEO&nbsp; SALARY BAND: &nbsp; $138,000 - $176,000&nbsp;COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS United Way NCA offers competitive compensation and benefits including substantial paid leave, healthcare benefits, a matching retirement plan, and a great work environment.Mission: United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to the health, education, and economic opportunity of every person in our community, regardless of race, gender, income, and ability. We are uniquely positioned at the intersection of the public, private, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors, and the only organization that can mobilize the best resources and people to lead collective impact for our community. Through our Community Commitment and programmatic focus, we are transforming our region and changing the story for thousands of people in a meaningful way. Who We Serve: The ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population represents more than 500,000 low- and moderate-income households in our region that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but less than the basic cost of living for the county/state in which they live. United Way NCA’s ALICE Lives Here initiative is one of United Way NCA’s strategic programs established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities. Overview: Are you driven and passionate about ensuring that everyone has equitable access to health, education, and economic opportunity? Are you a natural leader who loves to build and develop teams? Are you a change-agent who is looking to make a lasting impact in your community and within your organization? If so, you may be just what we are looking for as we expand our team. Take a closer look and reach out if you meet these qualifications.Position Summary:&nbsp; Reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will be responsible for the direct management of several key accounting and financial reporting functions within the organization, including budgeting, planning and forecasting; financial and regulatory reporting; internal controls and risk management; research and analysis; the procure-to-pay cycle; and compliance with contractual documents and government regulations. The Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will also be involved in supporting inbound and outbound grants management budgeting and reporting; payroll, time &amp; attendance, and employee benefits functions. The Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will be involved in supporting presentations to the Board of Directors and Finance and Audit committees; managing treasury and cash management duties; and will serve as a member of the Management Team. The Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will also lead, manage, coach and mentor up to five team members.The Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will ensure that the organization has the policies, procedures, internal controls, segregation of duties and systems in place to support effective program implementation, compliance with restricted grants and donations and to ensure flawless audits. The Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will work closely with program leaders and their staffs, not only to educate them regarding finance procedures but also to explore how the finance function can support program operations and grants administration. In addition, the Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will partner with the CEO, senior leadership, and the human resources (HR) and information technology (IT) staff to enhance and better integrate finance, HR, and IT functions.And finally, the Vice-President of Accounting and Finance/Controller will work closely with the CEO to help create and sustain a great workplace within the Finance department for competent, highly motivated, and results-oriented people whose core values and work ethic align with the organization’s high performance and mission-driven culture; and whose skills and experience contribute to achieving the organization’s goals and objectives. The characteristics of a great workplace that we aspire to create and sustain within the Finance department include: high employee morale, satisfaction, and retention; great customer service and a predisposition to collaborate and cooperate with colleagues; and the ability to achieve high productivity and measurable impact on a sustained basis.Key Responsibilities:Budgeting and Forecasting: Managing the annual revenue, expense and capital budgeting process, including providing staff with budget guidance, timeline, tools, training and hands-on assistance; promoting a budgeting culture and discipline characterized by the use of a zero-based bottom-up approach for creating and justifying annual budgets; conducting revenue and expense trend analysis and benchmarking to prepare a budget narrative and schedules that explain and substantiate the proposed budget; and facilitating the review and approval process in collaboration with the CEO, including budget presentations to the CEO, Finance Committee and Board of Directors.Enterprise Risk Management: Ensuring that the organization has the financial systems, policies, procedures, internal controls, segregation of duties and security access in place to safe guard assets and data; to prevent or detect fraud and conflicts of interest; to promote accurate and timely internal and external reporting and analysis; to ensure compliance with contracts, grant agreements, grantor and donor restrictions, debt covenants, and contractual obligations; and to ensure clean financial and government audits.Internal and External Reporting: Preparing accurate, comprehensive, timely and user-friendly financial reports and information in support of the organization’s internal and external reporting requirements, including (i) financial budgets, projections and crucial data to facilitate long-term financial planning by the Board and executive management; (ii) monthly budget vs. actual comparison reports, customized financial reports and analysis to enable management to monitor their budgets, make mid-course corrections, facilitate informed decision-making and promote programmatic and fundraising success; (iii) financial statements and footnotes required by the Board, Audit Committee, Finance Committee, the CEO, external auditors, lenders and donors to help monitor the financial health and direction of the organization; (iv) cash flow forecasts and historical trend reports to help ensure the organization’s obligations are extinguished in a timely manner while maximizing the return on the investment portfolio; (v) financial information and data required by government and regulatory agencies, including Form 990, Form 5500, A-133 single audit reports, expense reimbursement certification reports and compliance reports; (vi) financial information that substantiates the organization’s compliance with donor designations, restrictions and conditions and government grants and contracts; and (vii) organizational, programmatic, and financial data and information required to maintain GuideStar’s Platinum Seal of Transparency, Charity Navigator’s Four Star Charity designation, Dun &amp; Bradstreet, and other independent rating, watch dog and other oversite and business monitoring agencies.Financial Analytics, Advice and Counsel: Conducting in-depth financial analysis; providing expert financial perspective and opinions; proficient in spreadsheet design to facilitate complex analysis; and instrumental in helping to assess risk, analyze efficiency and inform business decisions made by executive management. Annual Audit: Serving as Management’s liaison to the external audit team throughout the annual audit life-cycle, ensuring that the organization has timely and accurately fulfilled all of its obligations and responsibilities as set forth in the terms of the engagement letter for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, preparation of IRS Form 990, and any other services requested (i.e., A-133 Audit), including providing the auditor with (i) a comprehensive audit binder containing a detailed trail balance and a supporting schedule and account reconciliation if applicable for each major account; (ii) complete, accurate and timely information and answers to questions requested in advance of and throughout the duration of the audit; and (iii) draft financial statements and footnotes and Form 990.Annual Financial Statements and Footnotes: Preparing comparative annual financial statements at the end of each fiscal year that are accurate and complete, including the statements of financial position, statements of activities, statements of functional expenses, and statements of cash flows and the related notes to the financial statements for the purpose of allowing the external independent auditor to express an opinion on whether the financial statements are presented fairly, in all material respects, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, including ensuring that the formats of all financial statements and footnote disclosures have been appropriately updated and the statement of functional expenses reflects how employees devoted their time during the current fiscal year.IRS Form 990: Providing the external auditor with all of the information required to prepare the organization’s IRS Form 990, including ensuring that each question is answered accurately and substantiated, and that all schedules are complete and accurate; sharing a complete and accurate IRS Form 990 with the Board of Directors at its December meeting; and filing Form 990 with the IRS and other governmental jurisdictions by the end of December and ensuring that all required extensions have been timely filed.Procure to Pay Cycle: Ensuring that all financial obligations, payouts, invoices, employee expense reports and so forth are extinguished in a timely and accurate manner, including (i) confirming the payment of each financial obligation is properly authorized and processed pursuant to established policies and procedures; thoroughly substantiated and documented; accurately coded and mapped to the proper natural and functional expense account and net asset category; and timely paid to the correct oblige/payee, including payments to donor-designees, vendors, contractors, consultants, employees, landlords, financial institutions and other payees; and (ii) ensuring that the payment of goods are properly matched to authorized purchase orders and approved shipping and receiving documents; that only pre-authorized payees are entered into the Great Plain’s Vendor Master; that timely and accurate Form 1099s are prepared and disseminated to applicable vendors in accordance with IRS regulations; and that the organization’s purchase card / travel card program and employee expense report process are administered in accordance with established policies and procedures.Payroll, Time &amp; Attendance and Employee Benefits: Supporting the Payroll department team members and the Human Resources department in the proactive management of the full-cycle payroll function, including accuracy and timeliness of employee pay, time &amp; attendance administration, and compliance with employee retirement and other benefits impacting payroll.Campaign Accountability Coordination: Collaborating with the head of Campaign Accountability to ensure that all the fundraising activity, including employee workplace giving campaigns, direct mail and other non-workplace giving campaigns, special events, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, inbound grants, in-kind and non-cash gifts and other transactions are properly considered during the budgeting, reporting, risk mitigation, audit and cash flow forecasting work, including transactions with restrictions or conditions.Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Demonstrating an on-going commitment to continuous improvement by implementing systems, structure, policy, and/or process enhancements that improve the quality of the Finance department’s products and services and/or the efficiency and/or effectiveness of a major business process used to operate the organization. Special Projects and Back-up: Leading and/or participating in special projects and activities as assigned.Solid Educational Background and Experience: Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; must be an active CPA candidate or possess an active CPA license; and must have non-profit accounting and finance experience. A Master’s degree in accounting or finance or an MBA are preferred.This is an extraordinary opportunity for a mature leader with at least 10 years of accounting and finance experience, preferably in the non-profit sector, ideally beginning his/her career in accounting and audit, followed by experience gathering, evaluating, presenting and reporting financial and accounting information to executive teams and external stakeholders.At least 7 years of broad finance and accounting experience (preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $10 million), including hands-on experience in a complex non-profit organization that has multiple programs and a high volume of financial transactions.At least 5 years of people management experience overseeing accounting and finance professionals and staff at all levels; including the ability to leverage strengths of the current finance and accounting staff, clarifying and enhancing roles and responsibilities and developing and implementing training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals and performance.Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with and the financial acumen of all levels of staff throughout the organization; and create and promote a positive and supportive work environment consistent with the organization’s culture, values, core competencies and guiding principles.Must possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, a strong work ethics and an unwavering commitment to the organization’s mission; a proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will own, in partnership with the CFO, the responsibility for finance and accounting and the ability to create and maintain a culture of fiscal stewardship, prudence, fidelity and extraordinary customer &nbsp;service.Demonstrated experience managing financial and government audits and working with external auditors; and managing financial and managerial reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, cash flow, and payroll.A track record in managing government grants as it relates to compliance, accounting and reporting of government, corporate and foundation grants, including those with restrictions and conditions.Technology savvy with advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software, preferably Great Plains, FRX, PN3, and Andar; and advanced knowledge of Microsoft EXCEL, WORD and POWERPOINT.Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team of top talent; and the foresight and ability to delegate effectively.Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data in a user-friendly and concise manner to individuals with varying levels of financial acumen, including presentations to senior management, grantors, donors, Board members, Finance and Audit committee members or other outside partners and key stakeholders.Qualifications and Personal Attributes: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team in a fast paced, demanding and high transaction volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness; ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.A results-oriented leader with a high energy level; strong work ethic; a self-starter with little supervision required and organized; an excellent presenter with strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.&nbsp; Technically proficient in GAAP and IRS regulations governing non-profits; an individual with the utmost professional and personal integrity; ability to engage, assess risk, prioritize work, identify issues, and solve problems.A passion for United Way’s mission and its commitment to fighting for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community in the National Capital area and serving as a role model in the promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do.Individual and Organization-wide Competencies: The candidate must possess the following core competencies, which are required of all United Way NCA staff regardless of role. Values and Attributes: The candidate must demonstrate that his/her values and personal attributes align with those of United Way NCA.Complexity and Change: The candidate must demonstrate his/her understanding that social change requires the ability to comprehend and work within a complex, interdependent environment.Operational Excellence: The candidate must articulate his/her understanding that effective day-to-day operations is achieved through proactive leadership and sound management practices.Mission-Focused: The candidate must demonstrate how his/her performance and professional development can create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities within the National Capital Area.Relationship-Oriented: The candidate must demonstrate his/her ability to put people before process and capability to cultivate and manage relationships toward a common goal.Collaborative: The candidate must demonstrate his/her ability to mobilize resources (financial and human) and harness all sectors of the organization to achieve meaningful engagement and outcomes.Results-Driven: The candidate must demonstrate his/her ability to support shared and measurable goals that promote the common good.Brand-Steward: The candidate must demonstrate his/her ability to serve as a steward of the brand, including growing and protecting the reputation and results of United Way NCA and the greater network.To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter to Human Resources at: <a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>Successful candidates must pass criminal background and reference checks. 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United Way National Capital Area

United Way of the National Capital Area

Vice-President, Accounting and Finance/Controller

UNITED WAY NCA OFFICE LOCATIONS:1015 15th Street, NW Suite 1200, Washington,&nbsp;DC8614 Westwood Center Drive, Suite 300, Vienna, VATo apply: &nbsp;: <a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>WORK SCHEDULEHybrid/FlexibleREPORTS&nbsp;TOSenior Vice PresidentSALARY BAND:$71,522 - $110,589 a yearCOMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITSUnited Way NCA offers competitive compensation and benefits including substantial paid leave, healthcare benefits, a matching retirement plan, and a great work environment.&nbsp;Mission:&nbsp;United Way NCA improves lives of underserved individuals in the National Capital Area by focusing community resources on creating measurable and lasting impact.&nbsp;We address the needs of our community by focusing on three key pillars of impact – health, education, and economic opportunity.&nbsp;We are uniquely positioned at the intersection of public, private, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors to bring the best resources, individuals, and organizations together to solve our region’s most pressing issues facing our community today.&nbsp;Who We Serve:&nbsp;The ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population represents more than 500,000 low- and moderate-income households in our region that earn more than the Federal Poverty Level but less than the basic cost of living for the county/state in which they live. United Way NCA’s ALICE&nbsp;Lives Here&nbsp;initiative is one of United Way NCA’s strategic programs established to address the issues of inequity in our systems for employment, education, health and food access, financial stability, and opportunities for all to grow to the best of their abilities.Equity:&nbsp; Equity is fundamental to our mission. We infuse equity in all our business operations, hiring practices and community impact initiatives.&nbsp;Overview:&nbsp;Are you driven and passionate about ensuring that everyone has equitable access to health, education, and economic opportunity? Are you a&nbsp;natural leader who loves to build and develop teams? Are you a change-agent who is looking to make a lasting impact in your community and within your organization? If so, you may be just what we are looking for as we expand our team. Take a closer look and reach out if you meet these&nbsp;qualifications.&nbsp;Position Description: Reporting to the SVP, the Major Gifts Officer is an important member of the Development/Fundraising department and will help build and lead United Way NCA’s individual giving efforts. They will manage a portfolio of prospects, current and lapsed donors, targeting five- and six-figure gifts. The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing strategies for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors to include support for Alexis de Tocqueville Society and other related programs to support United Way NCA. They will focus on strategically building and expanding the organization's Individual Giving and Planned Giving program with a goal of significantly increasing the base of annual gifts.&nbsp;This position is ideal for a dynamic, results and relationship-driven, well-organized development professional who is committed to United Way NCA’s mission and has a passion for building development/fundraising programs.The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for maintaining and increasing annual revenue through the development, implementation and management of comprehensive major gifts moves management plan. Internally this position will work closely with SVP and cross functionally to leverage and enhance donor and prospect engagement to inspire deeper connection to the mission and programs of United Way NCA.Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;The Major Gifts Officer will work closely with the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and Development/Fundraising Team to build, implement, grow, and maintain long-term cross-functional strategic plans focused on immediate, near-term, and long-term major and planned gifts.1) Secures a minimum of 120 donor meetings/visits per year; 2) Collaborates with colleagues across UW NCA to understand the case for support and inspire donors up the giving pyramid; 3) Actively practices moves management through the donor life cycle of identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship; 4) Documents all donor related activities using the donor database Andar; 5) Assists in all cultivation and stewardship for UW NCA events&nbsp;Portfolio Management<ul><li>Secure Major gifts at the five- and six-figure levels. Directly responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects for major and planned gifts of all varieties. While there is some portfolio in place, there will be significant portfolio development required in the first year to reach an expected 125-150 prospect portfolio size.</li><li>Responsible for $1M in annual revenue from cash, pledges, and documented planned gifts designated to United Way NCA.</li><li>Establish and maintain a qualified fundraising pipeline/prospects, focused on achieving stretch goals to support enhanced revenue streams.</li><li>Manage systems and software to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including United Way NCA’s donor database and wealth screening tools.</li><li>Work with the Development/Fundraising department to align efforts and set goals. Create and implement moves management plans.</li><li>Make direct, face-to-face solicitations and work with program staff to develop individualized donor strategies; to include donor communications.</li><li>Acknowledge major donors through public and private recognition. Track and report progress using specific metrics.</li></ul>Job Requirements:&nbsp;Solid Educational Background and Experience -&nbsp;Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience is required. Minimum eight (8) years of fundraising experience, with demonstrated experience in Major and Planned Gifts moves management and relationship building including at least five years of front-line fundraising and working with individual donors.&nbsp;Drives Revenue &amp; Impact –&nbsp;Results driven, with a relentless focus on gaining resources to support United Way’s mission and community impact focused strategic objectives. Demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to develop alliances and coordinate shared interests of all parties. Excellent problem-solving skills designed to meet the challenges of the organization. Possess ability to meet predetermined revenue goals.&nbsp;Strategic Relationship Building –&nbsp;People person with a keen knack for developing, maintaining, and deepening strategic relationships that generate the resources that support United Way’s mission. Strong knowledge of fundraising and desire to learn. Demonstrated success managing a portfolio of individual donors at the five- and six-figure levels. &nbsp;Ability to develop strong personal relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Planned giving experience a plus.&nbsp;Effective &amp; Engaging Communicator –&nbsp;An effective and passionate communicator, articulating the United Way message in a way that inspires others to act in service to the organization and the community.&nbsp;Embracing and Managing Change –&nbsp;Champions and facilitates change to ensure long-term community sustainability. Adapts successfully to changing needs while maintaining positive relationships with all constituents, internal and external.&nbsp;Entrepreneurial and Innovative –&nbsp;Creatively seeks new opportunities to generate revenue and other resources that add greater value to the organization and the community. Demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to develop alliances and coordinate shared interests of all parties. Excellent problem-solving skills designed to meet the challenges of the organization.Successful candidates must pass criminal background and reference checks.To apply: &nbsp;: <a href="https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://unitedwaynca.org/about-us/careers/</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;United Way of the National Capital Area &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;EOE M/F/D/V &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://unitedwaynca.org/" target="_blank">unitedwaynca.org</a>

Donor Engagement Sr. Mgr/Major Gifts Officer

If you are detail-oriented, are knowledgeable of accounting systems and processes, have a coaching mindset, take initiative, and are analytically driven to solve complex issues, then United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County (UWABC) is where you want to be. The Senior Finance Manager is part of the Finance and Operations team, and must enjoy coaching, developing and/or maintaining processes, and utilizing data while holding true to UWABC’s long-term strategic vision.Position is responsible for leading all day-to-day accounting operations, with functional responsibility for accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and grants administration. Responsibilities also include production of financial reports; proper maintenance of accounting records; accurate processing of financial transactions; and administration of a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the organization’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), adhere to grants management standards, and result in acceptable audits.&nbsp;KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral Accounting, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable:<ul><li>Document and coordinate implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.&nbsp; Improve current processes and implement new systems for general accounting.&nbsp; Make recommendations regarding the accounting of assets, reserves, and expenditures.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain daily review and control of the following areas: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivables, expense reports, and billing.</li><li>Ensure that all financial transactions are processed accurately, in a timely manner, and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.</li><li>Develop, implement, and review processes and controls that are current best practices related to transaction processing.</li><li>Manage, oversee, process (as appropriate) revenue, fixed assets, cash, bank reconciliations, and allocations. Act as backup for processing all of the following transactions: accounts payable, expense and credit card management and reconciliation.</li><li>Perform month-end closing procedures, including overhead allocations, account reconciliations, and updating schedules.</li><li>Stock transactions.</li><li>A/R coordination with team (including Collections).</li><li>A/R other sources (contracts for programs/services revenue).</li></ul>Reports:<ul><li>Prepare financial statements and other reports as scheduled, and analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital to summarize and interpret financial positions.</li><li>Provide and interpret financial reports to managerial staff, recommending further courses of action.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare, review and distribute monthly reports, funder reports and others to departments.</li><li>Lead on United Way Worldwide annual database survey.</li></ul>Grant Management:&nbsp;<ul><li>Work with project team leaders to comply with funder’s terms and conditions, manage deliverables, monitor spending, request amendments, and plan spend-out.</li></ul>Budget:&nbsp;<ul><li>Assist with the budget annually.</li><li>Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.</li></ul>Audit:&nbsp;<ul><li>Prepare and assist with developing audit schedules for the annual audit.</li><li>Serve as a liaison with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of organization finances is maintained.<ul><li>Interact with independent auditors, provide support for year-end audit, and assist in the preparation of the IRS Form 990. Gather 990 and 990T information for the annual tax return.</li></ul></li><li>Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), United Way Worldwide guidelines, industry best practices, and organization procedures.</li><li>Document and address issues requiring attention and/or further discussion.&nbsp;</li></ul>Staff Supervision:<ul><li>Supervise Finance staff and provide guidance and coaching as needed&nbsp;</li></ul>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Minimum Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or related field and&nbsp;a minimum five years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience&nbsp;</li><li>Two or more years of supervisory experience</li><li>Excellent editing skills and attention to detail</li><li>Experience working in deadline-driven environments&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unitedwayabc.org/vision-mission" target="_blank">UWABC's guiding principles</a> and ability to model those principles</li></ul>Technical Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements<ul><li>Proficient with computers and software, including Google Suite</li><li>Operational knowledge, experience and fluency with accounting software.</li><li>Intermediate to advanced knowledge and application of Microsoft Office Suite programs.</li><li>Ability to learn and use a variety of other software platforms (e.g. Zoom, Asana, CRM)</li><li>Experience with general ledger, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales tax and financial reporting.</li><li>Ability to see the interconnectivity of finance functions and responsibilities to staff and organization.</li><li>Ability to build strong relationships and communicate (orally and in writing in English) with internal and external stakeholders in a clear, service-oriented and professional manner.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to influence, negotiate, and manage contentious issues to resolution.</li><li>Requires basic mathematical skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.&nbsp;Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent and draw and interpret graphs.</li><li>Requires highly developed analytical skills with the ability to solve routine problems within standardized policies and procedures. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.&nbsp;</li><li>Independent initiative and decision-making skills under both specific and general supervision.</li><li>A successful track record in setting priorities, adhering to strict timelines, multi-tasking; organization (including attention to detail).</li><li>Ability to coordinate and modify projects from conception to implementation, and occasionally working with both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to engender the trust and confidence of others, and maintain confidential information.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Working knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and standards, including GAAP.</li><li>Prior working knowledge of QuickBooks and Bill.com.</li></ul>Work EnvironmentThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who are differently abled to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.</li><li>Use finger and hand motion.</li><li>Must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 15 pounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.</li><li>Moderate level of stress caused from tight deadlines.</li><li>Moderate level of mental and/or visual fatigue and/or eyestrain may result from looking at a computer screen for extended periods of time.</li><li>Occasional work outside of normal business hours.</li><li>Moderate office noise level.&nbsp;</li></ul>This position is exempt from overtime regulations. Hybrid work environment: a mix of office, remote, and community settings.&nbsp; As part of our hybrid work policy, new employees are required to work from the UWABC office a minimum of 3 days per week for the first 90 days and then, the schedule can be modified based upon conversation with the supervisor.Reports To: VP of Finance and OperationsSupervises:&nbsp; 2-3Hours: 40/week&nbsp;Hiring Range and Benefits:&nbsp;$60,000 - $65,000&nbsp;&nbsp;annually plus full benefits, including paid vacation, sick and personal leave; employer contributions to 401(k), contributions to health, dental and vision insurance benefits and self-care fund, life and disability insurance, and coaching and support.United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UWABC Office

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

Senior Finance Manager

The Vice President of Finance &amp; Operations (VPFO) reports to and serves in an advisory capacity to the President / CEO, 
	Committee Chairs, and Board of Directors providing strategic leadership where needed. The VPFO is a member of the Senior 
	Leadership Team and is a strategic thought leader that embraces change for growth. The VPFO has strong business and financial 
	acumen and is accountable for the financial and risk management operations of the organization. The VPFO is responsible for 
	financial planning, financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, tax, treasury and accounting operations as well as IT Operations and 
	Building Services.
Leadership 
	• Leads staff in areas of finance, human resources, data systems, and operations 
	• Brings strong financial leadership and excellence in all areas of finance 
	• Has the ability to examine and understand strategic business needs and develops financial plans to support those needs 
	• Provides financial analysis, forecasts and implications, and compliance review for strategic planning and initiatives. 
	• Monitors business performance with tracking tools, establishes correction measures as needed, and prepares detailed reports 
	for Board, Committees, management team, and staff 
	• Fulfills leadership role as a member of Senior Leadership Team.
Finance &amp; Operations 
	• Manages and actively participates in month-end close cycle including: accounts receivable, accounts payable, grants 
	receivable, revenue/expenses, bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, etc. 
	• Creates and presents an accurate annual budget recognizing income and expenses by class and grant. Works in collaboration 
	with team to garner information, support, and commitment to execute the financial work plan. Prepares budget forecasts for 
	future organizational planning. 
	• Maintains integrity of all financial transactions. Requires that income recognized and expenses incurred comply with the 
	organization’s policies and procedures, United Way Worldwide, and state and federal laws. Creates and maintains financial 
	standards and internal control procedures to comply with GAAP and FASB standards. Maintains relationship with financial 
	institutions, makes deposits, audits and reconcile accounts and processes, etc. 
	• Provides financial statement analysis and recommends areas of opportunities to staff and peers. Reports statement variances 
	to President / CEO, Finance Committee, and staff. 
	• Reviews, reconciles, prepares, and submits accurate information for Financial Audit and Form 990. Works with auditors for 
	timely compliance with requests and achieves a clean audit opinion. 
	• Maintains integrity of data systems, information gathered and input, and processes to produce accurate data consistently. 
	• Oversees grant compliance as related to financial activity. Reviews grant applications, budgets, and relevance to mission of 
	organization. 
	• Works with team to reconcile grant income and expenses, adhering to grant award criteria and standards. 
	• Reviews organizational contracts seeking mutual agreement while protecting the reputation and assets of the organization. 
	Recommends action to President / CEO. 
	• Conducts risk assessment and recommends action to President / CEO as needed. 
	• Procures insurance coverage for worker’s compensation, D&amp;O, EPLI, General Liability, and Property. Manages claims 
	processing as needed. 
	• Creates capital expenditures budget and manages capital related improvements. 
	• Maintains personal property inventory and depreciation schedule. 
	• Reviews and authorizes work as related to data management, information systems update, communications technology, etc.
Human Resources 
	• Maintains HR files including employee personnel files and annual compliance records/reports
• Responsible for preparation of offer of employment packages. Processes all hiring and benefits paperwork involved. 
	• Manages confidential information with integrity. 
	• Processes biweekly payroll for employees including compensation, expense reimbursements, deductions as allowed by 
	employee and law, PTO/holidays, garnishments, etc. 
	• Manages benefits in areas of medical insurance, HSA / FSA contributions, LTD, STD, ADD, Life, Vision, PTO, Leave, 401k 
	plan, and Employee Assistance Program. Provides staff with information regarding benefits upon hiring and during annual 
	meeting. Complies with laws and regulations, reporting benefits, form 5500, earned income, COBRA coverage, etc. Secures 
	specifications, quotes, reviews plans, and recommends benefit plan for approval. Refers employees to carriers as needed to 
	resolve questions and problems. 
	• Assists in the on-boarding of employees by producing new hire information packets and ensuring enrollment in systems. 
	• Performs HR related duties in conjunction with the President / CEO in areas of employee recognition and employee relations. 
	• Processes monthly benefits plan invoices for payment. 
	• Annually conducts open enrollment for employee benefit plans. 
	• Ensures that organization complies with employment law and mitigates risks associated with employment practices. 
	• Updates policy manual as needed to align with organizational and legal requirements. 
	• Creates and maintains systems for internal equity with skill set assessment, job banding, etc. 
	• Initiates/maintains continuation of benefits post-employment including COBRA coverage notification with employees and 
	carriers.
General 
	• Maintains work flow and organization, prioritizing tasks to best meet the overall needs of the organization. 
	• Promotes United Way of Central Minnesota, its, Mission, Vision, Core Values, programs, and achievements to the public and 
	staff. 
	• Complies with all policies &amp; procedures, participates in company meetings, events, and training, and represents the 
	organization in a professional manner. 
	• Performs other duties as required, assists co-workers as time permits, and performs duties as related to care of the facility, 
	maintaining a clean and safe work environment for all. 
	• Seeks professional development to enhance job performance and productivity. 
	Required Competencies 
	• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively. 
	• Highly organized with strong attention to detail. 
	• Honest approach to interpersonal relationships to ensure trust and confidentiality. 
	• Demonstrates the ability to share ideas and works well with others. Asks questions, provide feedback, and responds to others 
	in a way that shows compassion and attentiveness.
Other Duties 
	Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities 
	that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.
Finance &amp; Related Software Systems 
	• Andar (CRM System) – No prior experience required as software is used exclusively by United Ways across the nation. 
	• Quickbooks (or similar preferred) 
	• Microsoft Excel (3+ year preferred)
Minimum Qualifications 
	• CPA Preferred 
	• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance required; Masters Preferred 
	• Minimum five years of experience as a leader with financial accountability

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