Director Of Finance
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- Employer
- Anthem Community Council
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2024
- Closes
- Dec 17, 2024
- Ref
- 2853455044
- Role
- Finance Director
- Level
- Director
- Certification
- CMA: Preferred
- Work Mode
- Work from office
- Hours
- Full Time
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Organization Type
- Corporate, Non-profit
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Finance is a highly responsible executive position that directs and oversees all finance and accounting operations and reporting, and key administrative and strategic functions. The Director of Finance reports to the Executive Director and has regular interaction with the ACC Board, Finance Committee, department heads, major contractors, HOA managers/Board members, and Anthem residents. Of critical importance is the Director of Finance's capacity to bring a positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented leadership style to the Finance Department and organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as a member on the executive management team of the organization including strategic direction, culture setting, decision making, and working with the board of directors as necessary.
Lives according to and promotes the Anthem Community Council's values.
Provide support to other Directors of the Executive Management Team as needed, support other staff members with the information they need to execute their respective assignments, and provide constituents such as residents, board members, advisors with the information they require.
Supervise and manage the workload and staffing for all finance/accounting staff with their daily duties and assignments, performance management, attendance, and all matters relating to their successful employment within the finance department. Evaluate employees, their workload, skills, and abilities. Provide opportunities for personal development for employees.
Supervise and/or execute the day-to-day functions of accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, financial statements, banking, reconciliations, internal controls, audit, etc. Provide accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting as required and necessary.
Supervise and/or manage all the cash and investments of the organization including banking relationships, financial advisor relationships, investment accounts, reserve accounts, etc. to minimize risk and maximize low risk return.
Manage the process of collections of assessments from residents.
Manage the process of resale and disclosures when properties exchange owners.
Document, manage, and develop all the internal and external processes for day-to-day transactions of the ACC. Additionally process HOA- related assessment payments.
Coordinate efforts with the Information Technology staff and oversee IT implementation specifically related to the finance and accounting software as necessary to maintain security, efficiency, accessibility as necessary to keep the systems working appropriately and securely. This includes decision making relative to the vendors used, systems selected, and interactions required for a "seamless" and accurate IT infrastructure.
Responsible for physical asset recordkeeping. This includes keeping records on acquisition, maintenance, and disposition in the normal course of business. Also includes managing the reserves fund, enhancements fund, and the foundation.
Manage all payment systems including electronic payments, ACH, credit/debit cards, checks, cash, etc. in a secure and accurate manner for the benefit of the organization.
Represent the organization for risk management and organizational insurance. Negotiate policies with insurance carriers for general liability, directors and officers, fraud, tank, marine inland, etc. to protect the organization.
Provide support, manage the process, and consolidate the results of the annual budgeting process in the organization. Once finalized, enter this data into the General Ledger for accurate reporting.
Organize and manage any manner of projects related to finance, accounting, etc. as directed by the Executive Director. Some projects may be self-directed, others put forth by the Executive Director.
Adhere to GAAP, FASB, Fund accounting, and other industry-standard finance and accounting practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Minimum BS degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field. MBA or similar graduate degree and advanced certifications in finance and accounting preferred (CPA, CMA, etc.).
Experience : Minimum of five (5) years (10 plus years preferred) of progressively responsible financial management experience, including management position with supervisory responsibilities and oversight of complex accounting and finance operations. Substantive experience with all senior-level Financial Management responsibilities, as noted in the above profile, is ideal. Financial management experience with local government or nonprofit community management associations similar to the Anthem Community Council is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : The Director of Finance must have exceptional knowledge of GAAP, and finance and business management principles and best practices; exceptional analytical and communication skills to analyze and present complex financial matters; advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in Outlook and Word; and accrual-based fund accounting expertise. A working knowledge of Caliber, Village Management or similar HOA management software is desirable. In order to succeed in this critical leadership role, the following attributes are necessary: an open and participatory management style; the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; strong negotiation and report writing skills; and a passion for teamwork, staff development and knowledge transfer.
The Director of Finance is a highly responsible executive position that directs and oversees all finance and accounting operations and reporting, and key administrative and strategic functions. The Director of Finance reports to the Executive Director and has regular interaction with the ACC Board, Finance Committee, department heads, major contractors, HOA managers/Board members, and Anthem residents. Of critical importance is the Director of Finance's capacity to bring a positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented leadership style to the Finance Department and organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as a member on the executive management team of the organization including strategic direction, culture setting, decision making, and working with the board of directors as necessary.
Lives according to and promotes the Anthem Community Council's values.
Provide support to other Directors of the Executive Management Team as needed, support other staff members with the information they need to execute their respective assignments, and provide constituents such as residents, board members, advisors with the information they require.
Supervise and manage the workload and staffing for all finance/accounting staff with their daily duties and assignments, performance management, attendance, and all matters relating to their successful employment within the finance department. Evaluate employees, their workload, skills, and abilities. Provide opportunities for personal development for employees.
Supervise and/or execute the day-to-day functions of accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, financial statements, banking, reconciliations, internal controls, audit, etc. Provide accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting as required and necessary.
Supervise and/or manage all the cash and investments of the organization including banking relationships, financial advisor relationships, investment accounts, reserve accounts, etc. to minimize risk and maximize low risk return.
Manage the process of collections of assessments from residents.
Manage the process of resale and disclosures when properties exchange owners.
Document, manage, and develop all the internal and external processes for day-to-day transactions of the ACC. Additionally process HOA- related assessment payments.
Coordinate efforts with the Information Technology staff and oversee IT implementation specifically related to the finance and accounting software as necessary to maintain security, efficiency, accessibility as necessary to keep the systems working appropriately and securely. This includes decision making relative to the vendors used, systems selected, and interactions required for a "seamless" and accurate IT infrastructure.
Responsible for physical asset recordkeeping. This includes keeping records on acquisition, maintenance, and disposition in the normal course of business. Also includes managing the reserves fund, enhancements fund, and the foundation.
Manage all payment systems including electronic payments, ACH, credit/debit cards, checks, cash, etc. in a secure and accurate manner for the benefit of the organization.
Represent the organization for risk management and organizational insurance. Negotiate policies with insurance carriers for general liability, directors and officers, fraud, tank, marine inland, etc. to protect the organization.
Provide support, manage the process, and consolidate the results of the annual budgeting process in the organization. Once finalized, enter this data into the General Ledger for accurate reporting.
Organize and manage any manner of projects related to finance, accounting, etc. as directed by the Executive Director. Some projects may be self-directed, others put forth by the Executive Director.
Adhere to GAAP, FASB, Fund accounting, and other industry-standard finance and accounting practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Minimum BS degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field. MBA or similar graduate degree and advanced certifications in finance and accounting preferred (CPA, CMA, etc.).
Experience : Minimum of five (5) years (10 plus years preferred) of progressively responsible financial management experience, including management position with supervisory responsibilities and oversight of complex accounting and finance operations. Substantive experience with all senior-level Financial Management responsibilities, as noted in the above profile, is ideal. Financial management experience with local government or nonprofit community management associations similar to the Anthem Community Council is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : The Director of Finance must have exceptional knowledge of GAAP, and finance and business management principles and best practices; exceptional analytical and communication skills to analyze and present complex financial matters; advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in Outlook and Word; and accrual-based fund accounting expertise. A working knowledge of Caliber, Village Management or similar HOA management software is desirable. In order to succeed in this critical leadership role, the following attributes are necessary: an open and participatory management style; the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; strong negotiation and report writing skills; and a passion for teamwork, staff development and knowledge transfer.