The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a Director Finance Operations at our National Center office.
In this role, you will be responsible for the management of the internal control environment, accounts payable/research disbursement functions, financial compliance with regulatory matters, federal government grant compliance and accounting, finance department budget, Association-wide finance training, and the interpretation and development of Association-wide policies and procedures in compliance with external/internal rules and regulations. Responsible for managing and supporting large Association-wide projects enhancing the infrastructure and strategic direction of the Association. Responsible for the daily management, training and development of finance operations and federal grant staff in a centralized finance environment.
- Oversees federal grant program, including evaluation of federal grant applications prior to submission, accounting, financial compliance with regulations, reporting and oversight and coordination of the Federal Government Grant Single Audit.
- Manages, trains and develops finance operations and federal grant staff. Directs the dissemination of finance training on an Association-wide basis.
- Directs the operation of Association-wide accounts payable and research disbursement functions, including management of the Wells Fargo Visa Procurement Card and Bank of America e-payables programs.
- Supports assigned activities related to the Association’s annual consolidated financial audit which may include coordination and communication with auditors, PBC preparation, and various other activities.
- Partners with Legal, Business Technology, Internal Audit and Facilities to ensure appropriate business continuity planning, risk management, and incident response procedures are in place for business processes.
- Ensures customer service and support to all Affiliate and National Center staff, volunteers and suppliers on operational and financial matters.
- Supports Senior Management with special projects enhancing the finance infrastructure and strategic direction of the organization.
- Manages the internal control environment, finance control risk self-assessments and Enterprise Risk Management reporting, focusing on addressing high risks.
- Interprets and implements accounting policies and procedures in accordance with external regulatory and accounting guidance.
- Develops and oversees the Finance Department budget.
- CPA Certified
- Minimum 8 years of experience in general accounting or related accounting functions such as finance systems administration, accounts payable, audit, etc.
- Experience working in an automated accounting environment
- Experience developing and implementing internal controls related to financial operations and specialized/focused audits
- Management experience
- Certified Public Accountant credentials
- In-depth understanding of the principles of planning, budgeting, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing work
- Comprehensive knowledge of financial risk assessment and risk management processes
- Skilled in use and management of automated accounting systems
- Ability to effectively train and supervise finance staff
- Highly skilled in oral and written communications
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of AHA National Center, Affiliate staff and volunteers
- Ability to analyze financial data and interpret into both oral and narrative form
- Excellent customer service skills