Careers

The Business & Finance Director is responsible for leading the organization’s efforts in the areas of finance, business planning, budgeting, and general business administration. Additionally, this role is integral in the day-to-day management of the agency’s financial and accounting policies, systems, and processes, and tax and regulatory requirements. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to, the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions may be required as directed.

Accounting and Finance:

• Oversee the accuracy of financial information, including the timely and accurate reporting of financial information to senior staff, the board of directors, and external parties as needed.
• Clearly communicate all financial statements, both in writing and via presentation.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors.
• Manage the preparation and final presentation of the annual 990 statements.
• Prepare the financial section of the annual report and grant reports as needed.
• Ensure the organization complies with all internal policies and relevant regulations and ensure filings are completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process; monitor progress and keep senior leadership team and the board of directors abreast of the organization’s financial status.
• Administer the appropriate financial practices needed to accurately execute intercompany accounting between the organization’s five entities.
• Execute ongoing accounting measures to ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual “books” are closed on time and accurately.
• Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the Executive Director and board of directors.
• Manage policies and procedures to control and report financials.
• Oversee all accounts payable and receivable functions for the organization.
• Develop cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Maintain responsibility for the organization and cleanliness of all finance records.
• Complete required HUD financial reports.
• Oversee the appropriate accounting for capitalized improvements.
• Maintain accurate depreciation schedules.
• Responsible for the effective management of a small accounting team as well as financial oversight and coordination with other teams within the organization.

Business Management

• Analyze and review business operations to ensure the organization is seeking services that are adequate and cost-effective.
• Ensure business practices meet the current and future needs of the organization.
• Work with the Executive Director to create and execute an annual business plan.
• Oversee the annual insurance renewal process and ensure appropriate coverages are maintained.
• Review and organize all business services contracts for the organization. Further, maintain a calendar for renewals.
• Create and submit annual reporting required by the state of Missouri.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Formal educational training in accounting; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5-10 years of professional accounting and finance experience.
• At least 5 years nonprofit accounting experience required.
• Property management specific accounting experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with Skyline software preferred but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products.
• High level of organization with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks on time and on budget.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with peers, management, and board of directors.
• Experience with leading a cohesive and effective team.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Introductory 3 weeks paid vacation
• Introductory one week paid sick time
• Generous paid holiday schedule
• Continuing education support
• Parental leave
• Employer contributed health insurance
• Employee contributed vision and dental insurance
• 403b retirement plan options

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• In-office Position
• Requires working at a desk and on a computer for extended periods of time
• Position deals with spreadsheets and large quantities of data
• Some nights and weekends required for board meetings and major events, all pre-scheduled
• Light lifting may be required when sorting and storing financial records