Description

The Director of Finance at The Care Service is a leadership role with responsibility for all aspects the accounting operations.  This position supports every area of the agency’s operations including Operations, Administration, Programs and Development.   A successful candidate will become a key promotor of the agency’s mission to “serve those in crisis and to prevent homelessness and hunger”.

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements:

•         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.  CPA preferred.
•         Non-profit accounting experience is highly desired.
•         Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft 365 applications.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills, & Ability Requirements

•         Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing with people within and outside of the organization including but not limited to co-workers, direct reports, donors, clients, funders (both public and private) and the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
•         A keen attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines
•         Discretion due to access to confidential information
•         Cooperation and collaboration with coworkers and stakeholders
•         Commitment to continuously maintain and improve the integrity of The Care Service.
•         Ability to multi-task and work effectively despite interruptions.

Essential Responsibilities

•         Financial Reporting and Analysis both inside and outside of the agency.  
•         Budgeting and Forecasting for the fiscal year as well as individual grants and programs.
•         General Ledger data entry, reconciliations, reviews and analyses.  
•         Analyze and reconcile payroll submissions and reports.
•         Management of cash flow.
•         Attend and participate in quarterly Governing Board meetings
•         Schedule, plan and lead quarterly Finance Committee meetings
•         Engage in professional development in non-profit finance, GAAP and grant compliance.
•         Assist in the annual independent financial audit including work papers, schedules and reconciliations.
•         Assist fellow directors as needed regarding financial information.
•         Participate in leadership meetings, reaccreditation, organizational planning and cross-departmental collaboration.
•         Seek methods to improve efficiency, integrity and effectiveness of the finance department and the agency as a whole.
•         Professional interaction with a variety of stakeholders including but not limited to Archdiocese of St. Louis, the governing board, clients, funders, bankers, donors, landlords and vendors.
•         Supervision and evaluation of a direct report and volunteers.