Finance Director

1 week ago

Anchorage, United States The Alaska Center Full time

Job Description

Job Description Salary: $95,000.00 Finance Director

Organization Background The Alaska Center envisions a thriving, just, and sustainable Alaska for future generations. We engage, empower, and elect Alaskans to stand up for clean air and water, healthy communities, and a strong democracy. We are working toward an equitable transition from an extractive to a regenerative economy. Our issue priorities include advancing climate action, protecting salmon habitat, and amplifying Alaskans’ voices in the public process. Together with our sister organization, The Alaska Center Education Fund * , we provide opportunities for Alaskans of all ages to engage in building a just and sustainable future.

Position Summary We seek a talented, committed individual inspired by and aligned with our mission and values to join our team This varied and exciting position requires a strategic systems thinker and leader. The Finance Director provides leadership for our organization's financial vision and strategy, managing day-to-day financial activities and operations and performing the essential financial and accounting duties. They will lead the overall process of financial planning, accounting, budgeting, tax form preparation, and auditing activities. The FD is responsible for organizational fiscal stewardship by maintaining computerized financial records, providing auditing support, conducting financial analysis, producing financial reports, managing investment performance reports, and delivering information to stakeholders in a timely and transparent manner.

The Director will lead financial matters of both organizations, advising the Co-Executive Directors and Boards of Directors on long-term financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited to the Following

Financial/Operational

Compliance and Efficiencies Manage, track, and provide financial reports for all restricted funds, including deferred revenues, fiscal sponsorships, and board reserves. Oversee and execute finance operations, including Accounts Payable, Receivables, and Payroll functions. Manage costs and profitability, ensuring expenditures are consistent with the organizations’ budgets and funders’ goals and missions. Ensure organizational* compliance with IRS requirements and other federal and State laws and regulations, including preparation and filing of state and federal reports, including Alaska Public Offices Commission reports. Maintain and keep current the corporate records of both organizations, including current and archived by-laws, articles of incorporation, business licenses, financial records, and HR records. Track and maintain organizations’ assets, including inventory, depreciation schedules, and

maintenance/replacement

cycles. Manage all finance and accounting systems, including bookkeeping and payroll software, finance-related applications, corporate credit card accounts, and any secure financial website logins. Ensure financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and GAAP-compliant. Supervise the Finance and Operations Manager. Procure and oversee independent annual audits and 990 filings as required for all organizations. Responsible for the organizations’ relationships with contractors, vendors, and financial institutions. Maintain and update fiscal and operational policies and ensure compliance. Oversee, manage, and execute financial agreements and transactions between the three organizations. Oversee AKC/EF fiscal sponsorships. Implement, negotiate, and manage employee benefits coverages. Support hiring processes, including working with external consultants, competitive salary bands, and benefits.

Budget Development & Management Develop and maintain budget tools and spreadsheets for all three organizations. Work with key staff to develop annual program and department budgets. Provide timely financial statements, complete with an analysis of variances for key staff, the Finance Committee, and the Boards of Directors. Provide year-end projections to facilitate planning. Create and implement financial strategies to ensure financial viability and stability for all three organizations.

Leadership Manage/Supervise/Mentor

all members of the finance and operations team, staff and contractors in their management of all aspects of accounting, financial, operations, HR administration, investment management, grants and contracts, and information technology. Act as a staff point person for the Board of Directors Finance Committee and support sustainable growth. Required Skills and Qualifications At least 5 years of Management experience in a finance and operations function, including non-profit and/or foundation experience, is required. Strong financial acumen and judgment combined with a passion for environmental justice. At least 5 years of experience with finances and budgeting, operations, and people management. At least 5 years of experience tracking foundation grant spending, creating grant budgets for proposals, and completing grant reporting requirements. Strong operational and implementation experience. Demonstrated knowledge of finance, accounting, and HR software systems and the ability to adopt new systems easily in accordance with evolving needs and requirements. At least 5 years of experience and expertise in QuickBooks Desktop or related accounting software. Highly developed interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to track the completion of numerous projects and tasks. Familiarity with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) regulations and compliance. Preferred knowledge of 527/PAC and reporting requirements. Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience in addition to the 5 years required above.

This is a full-time position based in Anchorage, Alaska. The starting salary range is $95,000 with a generous benefits package including medical, dental, PTO, HSA and 401K plan. All Alaska Center staff have access to professional development training and support. The Alaska Center is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

To Apply Please complete the form linked here, including submitting all requested materials. Please address how your qualifications match the job description and why you want to work for our organization in your cover letter. Position open until filled. Review of applications will be on an ongoing basis. No phone calls, please. Please email info@akcenter.org with any questions.

* The Alaska Center is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization and The Alaska Center Education Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our Home our Future is a 527 Political Organization that houses two accounts for electioneering activity for The Alaska Center Independent Expenditure and The Alaska Center PAC.

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