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Director of Finance & Operations

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Lynchburg, VA, USA
Full-time

Director of Finance and Operations is charged to provide leadership, direction, and management in the financial and administrative operations of United Way of Central Virginia, Inc.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Ensure integrity, transparency, and accountability in all operations.
  • Ensure the development of financial and accounting programs and procedures.
  • Safeguard United Way’s financial and non-financial resources.
  • Ensure establishment and maintenance of adequate systems of internal controls and adherence to financial policies.
  • Oversee personnel procedures and human resource function assuring fairness and compliance in all areas.
  • Provide facilities and equipment necessary to fulfill United Way of Central Virginia’s objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • In collaboration with the President and CEO, Treasurer, Board of Directors, and Executive Committee, formulates and implements annual financial strategies in support of United Way of Central Virginia’s operations and strategic plan.
  • Oversees, coordinates, and prepares United Way of Central Virginia operating budgets, financial forecasts, and interim financial statements.
  • Directs and maintains the daily operations of Accounting and IT functions and maintains the systems of internal accounting controls.
  • Maintains facilities and arranges for necessary repairs and improvements.
  • Monitors compliance with United Way of America’s membership requirements and suggests policy changes as necessary.
  • Provides staff support and leadership to the Audit Committee for preparation of annual audit by external auditor.
  • Manages Human Resource activities and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Maintains personnel records and policies.
  • Serves as Administrator for employee retirement plan for United Way of Central Virginia and its participating Partner Agencies. Monitors performance and compliance of retirement and advises President and Partner Agencies of appropriate products and agents.
  • Manages and directs United Way of Central Virginia cash flow and investment portfolio in conjunction with appropriate committees, board, and CEO.
  • Reviews agency financial statements and 990s as part of annual allocations process. Makes recommendations to Allocation Chair.
  • Assists in writing grant budgets and serves as fiscal agent for grants awarded to United Way of Central Virginia.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • CPA preferred
  • Minimum of two to five years experience in accounting/ financial management position. Not-for-profit experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Financial Accounting Standards as promulgated by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and as relevant to not-for-profit organizations.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in computer/software applications for financial and accounting activities.
Job Function: 

Organization Info

United Way Worldwide

Overview
Headquarters: 
Alexandria, VA, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1934
About Us
Mission: 

United Way improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.

United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. We win by living United. By forging unlikely partnerships. By finding new solutions to old problems. By mobilizing the best resources. And by inspiring individuals to join the fight against their community's most daunting social crises.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 16 2019
Active Until: 
May 16 2019
Hiring Organization: 
United Way Worldwide
industry: 
Nonprofit