Summary:
Our award-winning client is seeking a Director of Accounting to join their team.A mission-driven non-profit organization in Rochester, NY seeks a highly experienced Director of Accounting to provide financial leadership and oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in non-profit finance, including experience with federal and New York State funding models, and a proven track record of successful team leadership. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting operations, including personnel and systems. Manage the timely preparation and distribution of all financial reports (regulatory, consolidated fiscal, quarterly, budget, monthly, and annual financial statements). Coordinate the independent audit and other external financial reports. Ensure compliance with all regulations, GAAP, and contractual requirements related to financial records and accounting systems. Develop financial projections and analyses to support agency decision-making. Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Maintain relationships with external parties, including regulatory agencies and funders, to resolve payment and reporting issues. Provide financial leadership to the organization, including monthly closing processes, financial reporting for leadership and the board, and analytical support. Oversee the annual operating and capital budgeting process. Manage the financial aspects of the adult guardianship program. Oversee the preparation and submission of program vouchers. Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports (Accounting Manager, Contract/Voucher Manager, Client Financial Analyst). Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field (required). Master's degree (preferred). CPA (preferred). 10+ years of progressive non-profit finance and accounting experience (required). 5+ years of management/director-level finance leadership experience (required). Experience with federal and New York State non-profit human service funding models and requirements (essential). Deep understanding of non-profit finance (accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, operations, reporting, and revenue cycle) (essential). Knowledge of GAAP (essential). Proven ability to lead and manage teams, projects, and multiple priorities. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Our award-winning client is seeking a Director of Accounting to join their team.A mission-driven non-profit organization in Rochester, NY seeks a highly experienced Director of Accounting to provide financial leadership and oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in non-profit finance, including experience with federal and New York State funding models, and a proven track record of successful team leadership. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting operations, including personnel and systems. Manage the timely preparation and distribution of all financial reports (regulatory, consolidated fiscal, quarterly, budget, monthly, and annual financial statements). Coordinate the independent audit and other external financial reports. Ensure compliance with all regulations, GAAP, and contractual requirements related to financial records and accounting systems. Develop financial projections and analyses to support agency decision-making. Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Maintain relationships with external parties, including regulatory agencies and funders, to resolve payment and reporting issues. Provide financial leadership to the organization, including monthly closing processes, financial reporting for leadership and the board, and analytical support. Oversee the annual operating and capital budgeting process. Manage the financial aspects of the adult guardianship program. Oversee the preparation and submission of program vouchers. Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports (Accounting Manager, Contract/Voucher Manager, Client Financial Analyst). Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field (required). Master's degree (preferred). CPA (preferred). 10+ years of progressive non-profit finance and accounting experience (required). 5+ years of management/director-level finance leadership experience (required). Experience with federal and New York State non-profit human service funding models and requirements (essential). Deep understanding of non-profit finance (accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, operations, reporting, and revenue cycle) (essential). Knowledge of GAAP (essential). Proven ability to lead and manage teams, projects, and multiple priorities. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.