Senior Manager - Corporate Finance & Accounting
MCD Global Health, Montgomery, AL, United States
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Manager – Corporate Finance and Accounting will implement the infrastructure and systems needed to support MCD’s strategic objectives. The Senior Manager is accountable for the oversight and management of corporate finance and accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, corporate insurance, annual audit, budget, treasury, and physical infrastructure. As a member of the senior financial management team, the Senior Manager will be involved in a range of strategic planning and internal initiatives, partner closely with the Controller and senior management team in developing MCD’s financial strategic goals, and continually evaluate best industry practices to meet future needs and budget realities. The Senior Manager – Corporate Finance and Accounting will serve as second in command to the Controller and act as Controller in their absence, with direct management responsibility for a staff of 2–3.
LOCATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The primary location of this position is remote/home office based. Job responsibilities may require periodic meetings, conferences, and training that require a staff member to be in public places, such as hotel conference rooms. Employees may opt for a hybrid arrangement if they are within commuting distance to the Hallowell, ME office.
PAY GRADE
Grade 7 (Maine pay range: $97,000–$116,000). Salary will vary by geographical location.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Oversight
– Independently leads all finance operations, including financial reporting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, corporate insurance, annual audit, budget, treasury, month‑ and year‑end close calendar and operation, and physical infrastructure. Manages all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, oversees fund accounting for restricted/unrestricted funds per nonprofit GAAP, and establishes internal controls and safeguards for revenue, costs, and project budgets.
Policies and Procedures
– Applies and ensures compliance with industry best practice and government regulations, provides input into departmental policies, procedures and protocols, and monitors compliance with USG grant requirements such as 2 CFR 200.
Reporting
– Oversees preparation of accurate financial reports and analysis, presents them to the Controller, and ensures timely communication of financial status and trends to MCD leadership. Supports the Controller in engaging the board’s audit and finance committees.
Corporate Budget Management
– Independently leads the annual budgeting process, identifies variances, and prepares the annual Finance and Accounting departmental budget for incorporation into the corporate budget.
Audit Coordination
– Supports audit activities, prepares schedules, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls, and leads preparation for a single audit if applicable under 2 CFR 200.
Team Leadership
– Supervises finance staff, provides guidance and support, delegates activities, gives constructive feedback, and serves as second in command to the Controller.
Collaboration
– Works closely with project leaders to train them on finance and accounting procedures, ensuring alignment with project operations.
Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA)
– Assists the Controller in preparing the annual NICRA proposal.
Treasury
– Directs cash management operations, prepares cash flow forecasting, and supports the Controller in managing invested assets per policies and guidelines.
Supervisory
– Oversees recruitment of direct reports, clarifies roles, develops training projects, maintains confidentiality, and resolves conflicts within the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, and a strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP.
Expert knowledge of USG Rules, FAR (especially Subpart 31.7), and 2 CFR 200.
Two to three years of experience assisting in the preparation, submission, and negotiation of NICRAs to the USG.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, and proficiency in financial software, reporting tools, and Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables). Experience with ERP systems.
Demonstrated experience in financial management, audit coordination, reporting, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and investment accounting.
Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Technology savvy with familiarity in managing relationships with finance and accounting software.
Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team, and ability to delegate effectively.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to present key data to senior management, the Board, and partners.
Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels.
ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE / SKILLS
Nonprofit experience preferred, especially in a fast‑growing environment with limited budgets and resources.
Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and QuickBooks.
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Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Manager – Corporate Finance and Accounting will implement the infrastructure and systems needed to support MCD’s strategic objectives. The Senior Manager is accountable for the oversight and management of corporate finance and accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, corporate insurance, annual audit, budget, treasury, and physical infrastructure. As a member of the senior financial management team, the Senior Manager will be involved in a range of strategic planning and internal initiatives, partner closely with the Controller and senior management team in developing MCD’s financial strategic goals, and continually evaluate best industry practices to meet future needs and budget realities. The Senior Manager – Corporate Finance and Accounting will serve as second in command to the Controller and act as Controller in their absence, with direct management responsibility for a staff of 2–3.
LOCATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The primary location of this position is remote/home office based. Job responsibilities may require periodic meetings, conferences, and training that require a staff member to be in public places, such as hotel conference rooms. Employees may opt for a hybrid arrangement if they are within commuting distance to the Hallowell, ME office.
PAY GRADE
Grade 7 (Maine pay range: $97,000–$116,000). Salary will vary by geographical location.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Oversight
– Independently leads all finance operations, including financial reporting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, corporate insurance, annual audit, budget, treasury, month‑ and year‑end close calendar and operation, and physical infrastructure. Manages all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, oversees fund accounting for restricted/unrestricted funds per nonprofit GAAP, and establishes internal controls and safeguards for revenue, costs, and project budgets.
Policies and Procedures
– Applies and ensures compliance with industry best practice and government regulations, provides input into departmental policies, procedures and protocols, and monitors compliance with USG grant requirements such as 2 CFR 200.
Reporting
– Oversees preparation of accurate financial reports and analysis, presents them to the Controller, and ensures timely communication of financial status and trends to MCD leadership. Supports the Controller in engaging the board’s audit and finance committees.
Corporate Budget Management
– Independently leads the annual budgeting process, identifies variances, and prepares the annual Finance and Accounting departmental budget for incorporation into the corporate budget.
Audit Coordination
– Supports audit activities, prepares schedules, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls, and leads preparation for a single audit if applicable under 2 CFR 200.
Team Leadership
– Supervises finance staff, provides guidance and support, delegates activities, gives constructive feedback, and serves as second in command to the Controller.
Collaboration
– Works closely with project leaders to train them on finance and accounting procedures, ensuring alignment with project operations.
Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA)
– Assists the Controller in preparing the annual NICRA proposal.
Treasury
– Directs cash management operations, prepares cash flow forecasting, and supports the Controller in managing invested assets per policies and guidelines.
Supervisory
– Oversees recruitment of direct reports, clarifies roles, develops training projects, maintains confidentiality, and resolves conflicts within the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, and a strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP.
Expert knowledge of USG Rules, FAR (especially Subpart 31.7), and 2 CFR 200.
Two to three years of experience assisting in the preparation, submission, and negotiation of NICRAs to the USG.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, and proficiency in financial software, reporting tools, and Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables). Experience with ERP systems.
Demonstrated experience in financial management, audit coordination, reporting, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and investment accounting.
Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Technology savvy with familiarity in managing relationships with finance and accounting software.
Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team, and ability to delegate effectively.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to present key data to senior management, the Board, and partners.
Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels.
ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE / SKILLS
Nonprofit experience preferred, especially in a fast‑growing environment with limited budgets and resources.
Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and QuickBooks.
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