Director of Finance

1 week ago

Louisville KY United States American Printing House for the Blind Full time
Director of Finance American Printing House for the Blind Occupation: Financial Managers

Job #: 10810282 Work At Home option: No

Posted: 11/22/2024 Updated: 11/23/2024 Expires: 2/20/2025

We know that access to the right tools and information at the right time can change lives. At APH, our job is to break down barriers and empower students, families, adults, and educators, creating a future that belongs to everyone.

Located in Louisville KY, we manufacture and distribute products and services for people who are blind or low vision, including braille large type books and educational aids.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, this position assists in all phases of the accounting cycle, including the production of various financial reports and monitoring related practices and procedures. The role is responsible for recording and analyzing transactions as well as preparing and disseminating multiple reports.

Location: This position is based in Louisville, Kentucky and allows for a hybrid work schedule.

Compensation and Benefits

$95,000.00/year - $110,000.00/year | Wages are negotiable depending on experience.

  • Health Insurance covered at 80% for employees - plans include family planning benefits
  • HSA Plan and FSA Plan - both include company contribution
  • Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
  • Health and Well-being initiatives
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plans with company match and immediate vesting
  • Company provided Short Term Disability
  • Basic Life Insurance at no cost to employees
  • Voluntary Life Insurance with Accidental Death and Disability
  • Educational Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Optional Hybrid Work Schedule for approved positions only
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer
Essential Duties and Tasks
  • Supervise and direct accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and team members.
  • Manage the vendor compliance responsibilities - new vendor forms, collecting W-9s, insurance certificates during the Credit Application Approval process.
  • Ensure that submodules to the ERP system are accurately closed at the end of month and all end of month reports have been run and saved.
  • Run reports, balance and process month end close within software for A/P, A/R, and cashbook modules. Serve as primary backup for A/P and A/R.
  • Manage Fixed Assets in Sage.
  • Administer account activities for Federal Appropriation. Develop a strong working relationship with trustees across all states.
  • Research and identify posting issues with the general ledger and advise and / or make necessary corrections.
  • Direct the management of banking activities such as ACH, Wires, Credit Cards, Travel Card Programs, and currency exchanges as well as the reconciliation of banking accounts and advise of opportunities to enhance banking activities.
  • Work closely with other team members to assist and ensure correct costing information for general and administrative and operations costs.
  • Make recommendations for changes as needed and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed and establish the proper techniques to discover and prevent fraud.
  • Lead or participate in various teams throughout the organization.
  • Process monthly invoices from various systems for entry into financial software. Process and coordinate related business unit transactions.
  • Complete monthly account reconciliation for various accounts.
  • Work cross functionally with all departments to ensure proper accounting of financial transactions.
  • Update and improve financial processes and procedures.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Experience - Training
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 5+ years’ experience in management.
  • 5+ years’ experience in accounting and/or financial analysis.

A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

  • Strong leadership qualities and organizational skills, with the ability to manage direct reports.
  • Effective working relationships with team members across departments and seniority levels.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Well organized; ability to respond to requests in an organized and timely manner.
  • Self-motivated; ability to prioritize and organize daily tasks as well as projects; exhibit a strong work ethic.
  • Knowledge of computer systems and software (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to analyze financial data.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is performed in a business office setting within a facility with a production and distribution center.

APH IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. An offer of employment is conditioned upon successfully passing a drug screening test.

Company Profile:
A Tradition of Service Since 1858, American Printing House for the Blind (APH) is the world's largest nonprofit organization creating educational, workplace, and independent living products and services for people who are blind or low vision.

Founded in 1858 in Louisville, Kentucky, APH is the oldest organization of its kind in the United States. APH received a federal mandate in 1879 when the Congress of the United States passed the Act to Promote the Education of the Blind.

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