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AVP, Finance Solutions

FHLB Des Moines, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046

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Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $80.9 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.Join us at enterprisecommunity.org

**Working at Enterprise**At Enterprise, you’ll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. You’ll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where you’re valued and supported in your growth journey.Enterprise offers career opportunities in our

with an .**Job Description Summary**Reporting directly to the SVP Deputy CFO, the Assistant Vice President Finance, Solutions will be responsible for overseeing the finance team which is responsible for providing critical business support to the Enterprise Solutions Division. The Solutions Division provides community development organizations with funding, programs and technical assistance, and advances housing policy at every level of government. The Solution division is divided among Programs, Policy, and Advisory verticals and is funded by a combination of public financing (federal and state/local), private philanthropy (foundations, corporations, and family offices) and by Enterprise itself.

This position will be a key business partner and trusted strategic advisor not only to the SVP, Deputy CFO but also the Solutions Division President and divisional leadership teams. They must be a skilled data storyteller and cross-functional collaborator, with strong financial foresight and forecasting skills. These skills are critical in achieving Enterprise’s mission in a financially responsible manner. The Solutions Division has a diverse business model which requires an agile and flexible financial leader that can assist in managing philanthropic giving, grants, government contracting, fixed and hourly billing, cost plus and cost-reimbursement costing and billing models, pass-through grants, fund management and capacity building investment, all within the context of non-profit accounting, US GAAP and federal contracting frameworks. In addition, this position will play a prominent role in shaping cost allocations, billing and accountability processes, budgeting, analysis and ensuring we have the proper systems in place for controls and tracking. This leader requires a combination of financial and accounting knowledge, communication and people skills, confidence, a strategic mindset, and creativity to solve challenges collaboratively and pursue opportunities for growth. This position also serves in a fiduciary role by ensuring that financial controls are designed and operated in a manner that safeguards the assets of Enterprise and the funds it manages. The AVP, Finance Solutions must also be able to clearly communicate the financial outcomes of operating activities, provide information and revenue and expense trending that informs decision making and assist senior management in applying the information to future business strategies. The AVP, Finance Solutions will lead change management initiatives aimed at driving continuous process and system enhancements. This role will prioritize improvements that strengthen productivity and efficiency metrics, supporting overall business performance and long-term sustainability.****Job Description******Key Responsibilities**The AVP, Finance Solutions will work closely with SVP, Deputy CFO and the President of the Solutions Division, along with SVPs of the Solutions Division, as well as cross-functional departments, and other key shared services team leads. The successful candidate will have strong and diverse accounting and finance experience and will be able to manage the financial systems, processes, controls for the Enterprise Solutions finance team, be a strategic leader and must be an excellent communicator. Specific responsibilities will include:*Strategic Leadership** As a true business partner to the Division President, Senior management team, Operations Management, and others, assess organizational performance against both the annual budget and the Division’s long-term strategy. Develop tools, metrics and KPIs to provide easy to understand, critical financial and operational information to the Division President and other Solutions leaders and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations.

The role with need to balance the changing needs of the Solutions division and its constituents with a desire for effective, efficient and standardized financial processes.* Engage with the Deputy CFO to present to the board, finance and audit committees around issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s), operational delivery and in the industry. Assist in establishing yearly objectives and meeting agendas, and selecting and engaging outside consultants (auditors, investment advisors).* Oversee long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with the Enterprise strategic plan and financial sustainability targets, especially as the organization considers new initiatives, funding sources, sponsorships, and collaborations with external organizations.*Financial and Operational Management** Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems for the Division, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, regulatory requirements, Office of Management and Budget audit requirements, and tax filings. Maintain internal control safeguards and coordinate all audit and tax activities for the Division.* Obtain advanced understanding of the organization structure necessary for the preparation and analysis of results and communications with funders, internal/external partners, and auditors.* Manage cash flow and forecasting. Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs. Work with the Vice President and Treasurer to optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions.* Responsible for multiple revenue streams including federal, state and local government contracts and grants; corporate, individual and foundation philanthropic funding, funds and investments, and fee for service income, along with required reporting to the stakeholders* Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets, to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.* Partner with Business Systems & Strategy, Information Technology and Operations Management teams to optimize finance and operational systems and ensure they meet the needs of the Division.* Review and evaluate terms and conditions of operating and other funder agreements as appropriate to ensure that Enterprise meets its obligations and enforces its rights.* Provide vision and drive the evaluation, design, and implementation of efficient and effective processes through increasing automation and consistency, leveraging systems and decreasing manual effort on routine activities.

Work to remove roadblocks that prevent team members from providing support to business partners or from leading effectively and/or making advances in these areas.* Periodically review policies and procedures to ensure internal controls over financial reporting are effective and functioning.

Manage staff to ensure adherence to these standards.*Team Development** Recruit, mentor and develop a team of approximately 9 employees, managing work allocation, #J-18808-Ljbffr