League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title: Director of Grants Management Department: Finance Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: E Salary Range (depending on experience) $86,557 – $105,183
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Director of Grants Management, who will be responsible for reconciling the incoming grants to the LCV family of organizations, including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with VP of FP&A, Development VPs and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Work with the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant related analytics, grant reports and Grant Financial Reports.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expenses.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward reporting.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Work with the Sr. Revenue Accountant to confirm that grant revenue is received.
Report and analyze reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Enter journal entries for grant releases in our accounting system, Sage Intacct as well as indirect cost allocation.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expense/balance reports for grants.
Review various schedules and feed documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and IRS Reports (990, 1120-POL, etc).
Partner with the Director of Revenue to provide support and additional review of revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Work with the VP of FP&A to develop & manage processes for time allocation splits related to grants during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Assist the Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department manage the grant making process, tracking, compliance and reporting, as well as FEC and state compliance filings.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Support efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable across teams.
Participate in developing and tracking progress on the department’s racial justice and equity goals. Support the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis in the preparation of reports around these racial justice and equity goals for the Senior Vice President of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff, retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – 5 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred – Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrates awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Director of Grants Management” in the subject line no later than September 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Aug 14, 2023
Full time
Title: Director of Grants Management Department: Finance Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: E Salary Range (depending on experience) $86,557 – $105,183
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Director of Grants Management, who will be responsible for reconciling the incoming grants to the LCV family of organizations, including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with VP of FP&A, Development VPs and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Work with the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant related analytics, grant reports and Grant Financial Reports.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expenses.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward reporting.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Work with the Sr. Revenue Accountant to confirm that grant revenue is received.
Report and analyze reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Enter journal entries for grant releases in our accounting system, Sage Intacct as well as indirect cost allocation.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expense/balance reports for grants.
Review various schedules and feed documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and IRS Reports (990, 1120-POL, etc).
Partner with the Director of Revenue to provide support and additional review of revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Work with the VP of FP&A to develop & manage processes for time allocation splits related to grants during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Assist the Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department manage the grant making process, tracking, compliance and reporting, as well as FEC and state compliance filings.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Support efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable across teams.
Participate in developing and tracking progress on the department’s racial justice and equity goals. Support the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis in the preparation of reports around these racial justice and equity goals for the Senior Vice President of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff, retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – 5 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred – Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrates awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Director of Grants Management” in the subject line no later than September 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Senior Treasury and Fund Accountant, Managed Organizations Finance (Durham, NC or Washington, DC) Essential Responsibilities
Record monthly investment activity for a variety of publicly traded and privately held investments using Arabella’s internal investment accounting and general ledger software
Prepare/review monthly cash and investment account reconciliations Assist in project management of ongoing DAF investment process creation and strategy Coordinate with investment advisor(s) to onboard DAFs, support creation of asset allocation for new portfolios, and monitor investment advisor compliance with those allocations
Support the IT team in system enhancements related to the DAF sponsor entity
Maintain and update organizational documents for DAF sponsor entity, including but not limited to the Investment Policy Statement and Gift Acceptance Policy
Maintain and update processes and procedures related to DAF activity including but not limited to cash management, investment operations, and investment accounting
Support creation of entity level and DAF level financial statements and statement delivery and communication process for a variety of stakeholders
Support creation and dissemination of investment performance reports for a variety of stakeholders
Other Responsibilities
Assist the Treasury Managers with innovation initiatives related to Treasury as necessary
Oversee the work of accounting associates and staff accountants to ensure compliance with established processes and controls
Pull selections and perform internal testing to assist with the annual audit for each Managed Organization
Encourage and lead team learning activities, focused on the development of technical skills for junior staff necessary to provide high quality service to a diverse portfolio of clients
Work with Treasury Managers regarding personnel decision making for reporting business cycle
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Experience participating in the management of donor-advised funds and/or philanthropic operations, systems, and grant programs
Fund accounting experience and experience recording various investment activities, with an understanding of multiple investment types and their GAAP fair market value recording
3-5 years of direct client service experience, in any multifaceted, complex environment
Project management experience with cross team partners
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze financial data and communicate information to various stakeholders for decision-making
Ability to manage and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within multi-functional teams
Ability to anticipate service challenges and proactively address them
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit management or consulting
Excellent skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics
Experience or interest in charitable investments
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Durham, NC or Washington, DC Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-93,000
DC range $85,000-$105,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Apr 06, 2023
Full time
Senior Treasury and Fund Accountant, Managed Organizations Finance (Durham, NC or Washington, DC) Essential Responsibilities
Record monthly investment activity for a variety of publicly traded and privately held investments using Arabella’s internal investment accounting and general ledger software
Prepare/review monthly cash and investment account reconciliations Assist in project management of ongoing DAF investment process creation and strategy Coordinate with investment advisor(s) to onboard DAFs, support creation of asset allocation for new portfolios, and monitor investment advisor compliance with those allocations
Support the IT team in system enhancements related to the DAF sponsor entity
Maintain and update organizational documents for DAF sponsor entity, including but not limited to the Investment Policy Statement and Gift Acceptance Policy
Maintain and update processes and procedures related to DAF activity including but not limited to cash management, investment operations, and investment accounting
Support creation of entity level and DAF level financial statements and statement delivery and communication process for a variety of stakeholders
Support creation and dissemination of investment performance reports for a variety of stakeholders
Other Responsibilities
Assist the Treasury Managers with innovation initiatives related to Treasury as necessary
Oversee the work of accounting associates and staff accountants to ensure compliance with established processes and controls
Pull selections and perform internal testing to assist with the annual audit for each Managed Organization
Encourage and lead team learning activities, focused on the development of technical skills for junior staff necessary to provide high quality service to a diverse portfolio of clients
Work with Treasury Managers regarding personnel decision making for reporting business cycle
To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience (8 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)
4+ years of relevant professional experience
Experience participating in the management of donor-advised funds and/or philanthropic operations, systems, and grant programs
Fund accounting experience and experience recording various investment activities, with an understanding of multiple investment types and their GAAP fair market value recording
3-5 years of direct client service experience, in any multifaceted, complex environment
Project management experience with cross team partners
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze financial data and communicate information to various stakeholders for decision-making
Ability to manage and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within multi-functional teams
Ability to anticipate service challenges and proactively address them
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit management or consulting
Excellent skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics
Experience or interest in charitable investments
Our Core Competencies
The ability to provide excellent service, including being able to address complex service matters, implement and communicate service changes to everyone involved, and to coach teammates on how to apply the firm’s service standards
The ability to manage large-scale and cross-firm projects, including delegating and managing all resources, identifying and implementing improved processes, monitoring consistency across project teams, and providing direction and support to teammates
The ability to facilitate and negotiate among stakeholders with conflicting needs and to generate consensus among decision makers
The ability to help effectively communicate difficult messages; to adapt style, tone, and content to meet various needs; and to coach teammates on crafting content.
The ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with others to achieve shared goals, including encouraging and facilitating effective compromise, drawing on the capabilities of all team members, and leading team-level knowledge sharing
The ability to use available resources and feedback to continually develop mastery in your role and facilitate team and project-level learning, including coaching others
The ability to solve complex challenges by identifying innovative solutions and facilitating coordination with others
The ability to elevate the voices of marginalized colleagues and mitigate power dynamics with staff with less formal authority
Working with Us
While this position must be based in Durham, NC or Washington, DC Please note that all Arabella Advisors’ offices have reopened, and we work in a hybrid environment. We reopened our offices in Summer of 2022 and work with a hybrid workplace strategy to ensure continued flexibility for our staff, while deepening our strong culture rooted in collaboration and in-person interactions between colleagues. We expect that after their initial onboarding, all Arabellans will have the choice of two hybrid schedules. Our hybrid schedule options include Flex, with 1-2 days per week in the office, or Office-based, with 3+ days per week in the office (or more if preferred) and the remaining days working at home/remotely. We will make reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans With Disabilities Act. To center the safety and well-being of its employees, Arabella Advisors requires that any employee who is required to conduct in-person activities for their job must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within four weeks of their start date. This position may require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations may be sought and approved in accordance with the law. We are committed to having a passion-driven, inclusive, transparent, collaborative, healthy, and fun culture. We invite you to visit our careers page to learn more. About Arabella Advisors Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields. We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation. About Arabella’s Managed Organizations Team Arabella Advisors provides operations and management support to multiple nonprofit organizations, including the New Venture Fund, the Windward Fund, and the Hopewell Fund—all 501(c)(3) public charities—and the Sixteen Thirty Fund, a 501(c)(4). These managed organizations house new and innovative public interest projects and nonprofits, as well as coordinate collaborative initiatives between donors and administer grants programs. This type of structure is commonly referred to as fiscal sponsorship, and candidates are highly encouraged to research fiscal sponsorship prior to a first interview. The managed organizations provide support to a diverse range of projects, including many focused on conservation, global health and civic engagement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another. For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values. Click here to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement. Total Rewards (compensation and benefits)
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive and holistic total rewards package that includes salary, bonus, and benefits. Our compensation ranges are based on salary ranges for similar sized organizations in the professional services sector and adjusted for local labor market rates and differentiated by geography.
Durham range $75,000-93,000
DC range $85,000-$105,000
All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package on their first day of employment:
Health insurance- On average Arabella pays 86% of the medical premium, 80% of the dental premium, and 100% of the vision premium
Paid time off- 16 days’ vacation, 10 personal days, 11 company holidays (7 federal and 4 more from a list of inclusive cultural and religious holidays and your birthday), 20 hours’ volunteer leave, 8 weeks’ parental leave
401(k) retirement plan- We offer a 4% employer match on a dollar-per-dollar basis, and there is no waiting or vesting period; all funds contributed by you and Arabella are yours to keep on day 1
Reimbursements for your personal cell phone plan and fitness
Pre-tax withholding for transportation and parking
Bonus incentive opportunities
Access to professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a one-page cover letter online. The cover letter should address why you’re excited to work at Arabella and why you’re qualified for this specific job. Arabella Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to racial equity. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. We encourage you to read (or listen to) our DEI statement prior to applying. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color and members of marginalized groups to apply for open positions. Once you have applied, we welcome your feedback on how you have experienced our values around DEI in the recruitment process. While Arabella is open to individuals from various locations applying to join our team, please note that we generally are unable to pay for relocation expenses, and all applicants must already be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of application to be considered for this position. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.
Reports to: Vice President, Finance Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 7 Minimum compensation: $92,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
The Senior Staff Accountant will be primarily responsible for maintaining revenue and accounts receivable (AR) systems, supervising payroll processing for approximately 300 employees, maintaining support schedules for balance sheet accounts, assisting the annual audit process, supporting the preparation of the annual tax forms, and completing other duties as assigned.
The Senior Staff Accountant reports to the Vice President of Finance and supports the Finance team in providing financial statements and reports. The role will be driven by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of colleagues to assist in strengthening the team’s work and supporting American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Maintain revenue and AR systems for contracts and grants.
Provide contract and grant schedules.
Prepare financial reports for grant reporting.
Supervise payroll processing in Paycom for approximately 300 employees and reconcile data among timekeeping, payroll, benefits, and the general ledger system.
Prepare detailed balance sheet account reconciliations.
Adjust journal entries to reconcile general ledgers.
Support monthly closes.
Organize detailed accounting support for annual audits.
Draft tax returns and filings.
Assist staff on the Finance team with special projects and research as needed.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business with an emphasis in accounting, or equivalent experience, is required.
Certified public accountant (CPA) license or current CPA candidate is preferred, but not required.
At least three years of accounting experience at a nonprofit organization is preferred.
Experience with grant accounting is preferred.
Experience with fixed asset accounting is a plus.
Unanet accounting system experience is a plus.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office software.
Ability to create systems that improve efficiency and internal controls.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills.
Highly motivated, and team-oriented, with a strong sense of integrity.
Enjoys analytical work and processes involving many people and issues.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a cooperative and collaborative spirit in a fast-paced work environment.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $92,000.
We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page.
Mar 08, 2023
Full time
Reports to: Vice President, Finance Staff reporting to this position: None Department: Administration Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 7 Minimum compensation: $92,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
The Senior Staff Accountant will be primarily responsible for maintaining revenue and accounts receivable (AR) systems, supervising payroll processing for approximately 300 employees, maintaining support schedules for balance sheet accounts, assisting the annual audit process, supporting the preparation of the annual tax forms, and completing other duties as assigned.
The Senior Staff Accountant reports to the Vice President of Finance and supports the Finance team in providing financial statements and reports. The role will be driven by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of colleagues to assist in strengthening the team’s work and supporting American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities:
Building an economy for all
Restoring social trust in democracy
Advancing racial equity and justice
Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
Strengthening health
Responsibilities:
Maintain revenue and AR systems for contracts and grants.
Provide contract and grant schedules.
Prepare financial reports for grant reporting.
Supervise payroll processing in Paycom for approximately 300 employees and reconcile data among timekeeping, payroll, benefits, and the general ledger system.
Prepare detailed balance sheet account reconciliations.
Adjust journal entries to reconcile general ledgers.
Support monthly closes.
Organize detailed accounting support for annual audits.
Draft tax returns and filings.
Assist staff on the Finance team with special projects and research as needed.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business with an emphasis in accounting, or equivalent experience, is required.
Certified public accountant (CPA) license or current CPA candidate is preferred, but not required.
At least three years of accounting experience at a nonprofit organization is preferred.
Experience with grant accounting is preferred.
Experience with fixed asset accounting is a plus.
Unanet accounting system experience is a plus.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office software.
Ability to create systems that improve efficiency and internal controls.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills.
Highly motivated, and team-oriented, with a strong sense of integrity.
Enjoys analytical work and processes involving many people and issues.
Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.
Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a cooperative and collaborative spirit in a fast-paced work environment.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefit package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $92,000.
We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page.
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Positions Reporting to this Position: Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis), Vice President of Accounting
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000 - 250,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is in search of a Senior Vice President of Finance that will embody our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability. We are seeking a leader who will help us lead with a deep commitment to these values. The SVP, Finance will be focused on the executive leadership of the finance department and is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial planning and analysis divisions of the department. The SVP, Finance will ensure all accounting operations are in compliance with GAAP, and internal accounting controls are maintained for data integrity, compliance, risk and provide quality analyses for organizational decisions. As a member of the Executive Team, the SVP, Finance participates in the development of organizational plans for LCV and our family of organizations including the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, GiveGreen United Action Fund, and Chispa AZ PAC. The SVP, Finance’s priorities are to manage financial strategy, develop and implement best practices, and lead the entire financial administration of our $150M organization.
The SVP, Finance will directly manage the Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis) and the Vice President of Accounting, and indirectly support a team of 11 including a Financial and Budget Analyst, Director of Grants Management, Senior Revenue Accountant, Revenue Accountant, Finance Coordinator, Staff Accountants, Senior Director of Accounting and an interim contracted Accounts Payable Specialist. The SVP, Finance will work to enhance efficient financial operations and assist in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws, regulations and filings. The Senior Vice President of Finance will thrive in our complex environment. This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with LCV’s President.
Responsibilities :
Financial Administration 30%
Oversee the preparation of financial statements, financial filings and 990 reporting for all applicable LCV entities.
Collaborate and provide direct leadership across organizations to support knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and the monthly review process.
Partner with external consultants, vendors and stakeholders to achieve results for the organization, including financial consultants, financial system vendors, consulting investment accountant, tax accountant, legal counsel, and Board members.
Collaborate with COO and President on critical financial decisions, considerations and work closely with Legal on finance compliance processes to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Maintain an adequate system of internal accounting controls throughout the company and between all entities.
Oversee major financial processes in conjunction with Vice Presidents of Accounting & Finance, i.e., Budgeting & Audit/990 process.
Support the VP of Accounting to monitor appropriate use of account numbers toward proper classification and recordkeeping of financial transactions; implement changes when appropriate.
Support the VP of Finance to monitor the set up and execution of our grants management processes & systems, financial analysis and reporting, variance analysis, net asset schedules, investment strategy and fiscal and grant budgeting process.
Oversee the provision of ongoing Cash Management, Cash Flow & Variance Analysis to senior management.
Assist the Legal/Compliance teams as needed with federal & state filings including FEC, state election agencies, LDA and charitable solicitation filings.
Strategic Finance 30%
Provide ongoing strategic financial direction and develop policies and procedures, manuals, training, and toolkits.
Monitor and advise on the financial health of the organization, assets, holdings, investments and reserves of $6M.
Ensure the organization remains in excellent financial standing, and monitor changes that may impact financial reporting.
Partner with the VP of Finance to oversee the organizational budget and conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and negotiations that require financial analysis.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans to strengthen financial modeling and scenario planning.
Develop financial materials, training, narratives, presentations and visuals to support financial resource development and resource/tool building.
Lead the migration, integration and upgrades for all financial technology; manage the flow, use and utilization of cloud-based technology for the organization; explore new technology and dashboarding options as necessary.
Serve as a consultant/advisor to LCV's President, its 13 members of the executive team, and 40+ Board Members, on all financial matters regarding the company and its entities.
Participate in strategic planning & priorities, including the development of financial KPIs.
Evaluate & advise on impact of financial initiatives, including, short, mid and long term strategies for LCV.
Leadership 40%
Direct and manage the organization’s financial planning & analysis division with a critical eye on cyclical financial processes, annual filings, compliance and reporting for all LCV entities.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and values-based management to the accounting/finance team with an equitable and inclusive lens.
Lead efforts to create a departmental culture that is inclusive, respectful, racial justice aligned and equitable. Manage the department’s racial justice and equity goals.
Execute the financial strategy of the organization to meet financial goals.
Oversee the financial operations, ensuring a best-in-class office and high performing team.
Hire and coach financial team members to ensure timely, proficient and accurate results, while driving continuous improvement processes.
Travel up to 20% for staff retreats, trainings, conferences and Board meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience:
Required - 15+ years of accelerated financial leadership; ideally as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), in Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting or other Senior Executive Leadership role in finance for a midsize to large, complex multi-entity set of organization, ideally in a progressive non profit or nonprofit advocacy sector (c3/c4/PAC). Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidated financial statements.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with GAAP, IRS codes, Internal Controls, and financial reporting and analysis.
Advanced technical experience: entire Microsoft Suite of products, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards, grants/contract management, nonprofit accounting, modern financial reporting and frameworks.
Preferred - Prior experience in a racial justice and/or environmental organization.
Skills:
Strategic, innovative leader with critical thinking skills and the ability to enforce problem solving techniques.
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional management and supervisory skills; must be an innovative and empowering mentor that embraces ethical practices by providing accurate, responsive, detail-oriented financial results and goals.
Possess high level of personal integrity, good judgment and maturity.
Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality; a team player who is committed to continuous professional development for themselves and their staff.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systems.
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model; abstract reasoning skills; organizational skills.
Proven skills in developing complex strategic business models.
Passion for the mission of LCV and its affiliated entities.
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity.
Ability to learn on varying cultural and community norms.
Understanding of Racial Justice and Equity and how to integrate this into day to day work and management practices.
Commitment to equity and inclusion as an organizational practice and culture.
Interest in understanding how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for collaborating to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions:
Applicants are to be located and legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position will operate in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems.
This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP, Finance” in the subject line by September 5, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed finance teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Aug 11, 2022
Full time
Title: Senior Vice President of Finance
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Positions Reporting to this Position: Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis), Vice President of Accounting
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-V
Salary Range (depending on experience) : $140,000 - 250,000
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is in search of a Senior Vice President of Finance that will embody our organizational values of accountability, anti-racism, community, innovation, learning, and sustainability. We are seeking a leader who will help us lead with a deep commitment to these values. The SVP, Finance will be focused on the executive leadership of the finance department and is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial planning and analysis divisions of the department. The SVP, Finance will ensure all accounting operations are in compliance with GAAP, and internal accounting controls are maintained for data integrity, compliance, risk and provide quality analyses for organizational decisions. As a member of the Executive Team, the SVP, Finance participates in the development of organizational plans for LCV and our family of organizations including the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, GiveGreen United Action Fund, and Chispa AZ PAC. The SVP, Finance’s priorities are to manage financial strategy, develop and implement best practices, and lead the entire financial administration of our $150M organization.
The SVP, Finance will directly manage the Vice President of Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis) and the Vice President of Accounting, and indirectly support a team of 11 including a Financial and Budget Analyst, Director of Grants Management, Senior Revenue Accountant, Revenue Accountant, Finance Coordinator, Staff Accountants, Senior Director of Accounting and an interim contracted Accounts Payable Specialist. The SVP, Finance will work to enhance efficient financial operations and assist in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws, regulations and filings. The Senior Vice President of Finance will thrive in our complex environment. This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with LCV’s President.
Responsibilities :
Financial Administration 30%
Oversee the preparation of financial statements, financial filings and 990 reporting for all applicable LCV entities.
Collaborate and provide direct leadership across organizations to support knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and the monthly review process.
Partner with external consultants, vendors and stakeholders to achieve results for the organization, including financial consultants, financial system vendors, consulting investment accountant, tax accountant, legal counsel, and Board members.
Collaborate with COO and President on critical financial decisions, considerations and work closely with Legal on finance compliance processes to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Maintain an adequate system of internal accounting controls throughout the company and between all entities.
Oversee major financial processes in conjunction with Vice Presidents of Accounting & Finance, i.e., Budgeting & Audit/990 process.
Support the VP of Accounting to monitor appropriate use of account numbers toward proper classification and recordkeeping of financial transactions; implement changes when appropriate.
Support the VP of Finance to monitor the set up and execution of our grants management processes & systems, financial analysis and reporting, variance analysis, net asset schedules, investment strategy and fiscal and grant budgeting process.
Oversee the provision of ongoing Cash Management, Cash Flow & Variance Analysis to senior management.
Assist the Legal/Compliance teams as needed with federal & state filings including FEC, state election agencies, LDA and charitable solicitation filings.
Strategic Finance 30%
Provide ongoing strategic financial direction and develop policies and procedures, manuals, training, and toolkits.
Monitor and advise on the financial health of the organization, assets, holdings, investments and reserves of $6M.
Ensure the organization remains in excellent financial standing, and monitor changes that may impact financial reporting.
Partner with the VP of Finance to oversee the organizational budget and conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and negotiations that require financial analysis.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans to strengthen financial modeling and scenario planning.
Develop financial materials, training, narratives, presentations and visuals to support financial resource development and resource/tool building.
Lead the migration, integration and upgrades for all financial technology; manage the flow, use and utilization of cloud-based technology for the organization; explore new technology and dashboarding options as necessary.
Serve as a consultant/advisor to LCV's President, its 13 members of the executive team, and 40+ Board Members, on all financial matters regarding the company and its entities.
Participate in strategic planning & priorities, including the development of financial KPIs.
Evaluate & advise on impact of financial initiatives, including, short, mid and long term strategies for LCV.
Leadership 40%
Direct and manage the organization’s financial planning & analysis division with a critical eye on cyclical financial processes, annual filings, compliance and reporting for all LCV entities.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and values-based management to the accounting/finance team with an equitable and inclusive lens.
Lead efforts to create a departmental culture that is inclusive, respectful, racial justice aligned and equitable. Manage the department’s racial justice and equity goals.
Execute the financial strategy of the organization to meet financial goals.
Oversee the financial operations, ensuring a best-in-class office and high performing team.
Hire and coach financial team members to ensure timely, proficient and accurate results, while driving continuous improvement processes.
Travel up to 20% for staff retreats, trainings, conferences and Board meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience:
Required - 15+ years of accelerated financial leadership; ideally as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), in Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting or other Senior Executive Leadership role in finance for a midsize to large, complex multi-entity set of organization, ideally in a progressive non profit or nonprofit advocacy sector (c3/c4/PAC). Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidated financial statements.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with GAAP, IRS codes, Internal Controls, and financial reporting and analysis.
Advanced technical experience: entire Microsoft Suite of products, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards, grants/contract management, nonprofit accounting, modern financial reporting and frameworks.
Preferred - Prior experience in a racial justice and/or environmental organization.
Skills:
Strategic, innovative leader with critical thinking skills and the ability to enforce problem solving techniques.
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional management and supervisory skills; must be an innovative and empowering mentor that embraces ethical practices by providing accurate, responsive, detail-oriented financial results and goals.
Possess high level of personal integrity, good judgment and maturity.
Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality; a team player who is committed to continuous professional development for themselves and their staff.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systems.
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model; abstract reasoning skills; organizational skills.
Proven skills in developing complex strategic business models.
Passion for the mission of LCV and its affiliated entities.
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity.
Ability to learn on varying cultural and community norms.
Understanding of Racial Justice and Equity and how to integrate this into day to day work and management practices.
Commitment to equity and inclusion as an organizational practice and culture.
Interest in understanding how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for collaborating to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions:
Applicants are to be located and legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position will operate in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems.
This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “SVP, Finance” in the subject line by September 5, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed finance teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Title: Vice President, Accounting
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting to this Position: Senior Director of Accounting and Senior Revenue Accountant
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $125,000-$165,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 10 or more years minimum experience
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Vice President of Accounting will be focused on cyclical financial and accounting processes (month/year end close, accounting transactions, audit, 990 and financial filings). They will oversee the financial operations and systems within the accounting department to ensure our financial accounting of record is accurate. They will work in collaboration with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team within the finance department led by the VP of Finance (Financial, Planning & Analysis) who focuses on future financial planning including budgeting, investments, grants management and financial reporting/analysis. The VP of Accounting role is a new position within finance so they must effectively work with the accounting team to build out best practices in our accounting functions in Finance and at LCV. They will lead and provide strategic oversight to the financial compliance, audit and cyclical functions within the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund. This includes, but not limited to Financial Statements, Month End/Year End Close, Budgeting Support, Profit and Loss, Budget vs Actual, Balance Sheet Statements, Revenue Statements and Reconciliations, Cash Management and Revenue Restrictions. They will directly supervise the Senior Director of Accounting and Senior Revenue Accountant and indirectly lead a team of 6 accounting staff. The Vice President will support effective internal controls, GAAP principles ensuring efficient operations and assisting in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws and regulations. The Vice President will also manage annual processes including the annual audit, filing of the IRS Form 990s and other financial business filings.
Responsibilities :
Direct and manage the organization’s financial policies and accounting practices, ensuring they align with the financial, planning and analysis process developed by the VP of Finance.
Develop and set policy, procedures, manuals, training, toolkits and process points to help build out the GAAP accounting and strong internal controls within finance that positions the organization in effective fiscal management.
Manages two direct reports and indirectly works with all accounting staff to complete GL entries, adjustments, allocations, tracking, reconciliations and financial reporting. Collaborates with the VP of Finance and FP&A team on work projects.
Provides leadership on cyclical cash and accrual accounting including Financial Statements, Month End/Year End Close, Budgeting Support, Profit and Loss, Budget vs Actual, Balance Sheet Statements, Revenue Statements and Reconciliations, Cash Management and Revenue Restrictions.
Collaborate with departmental staff and the SVP of Finance to support their knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and monthly review process.
Develop efficient month end close and year end close processes.
Work with the SVP of Finance to contribute to quarterly metrics, financial health dashboards and presentation materials for the Board Finance Committee and Audit Committee with the VP of Finance.
Support the Senior Revenue Accountant in the management of our Revenue Management functions and collaborate with the VP of Finance and Senior Grants Accountant around grant revenue and expenditures across entity, program, fiscal and contract year and department.
Work with other department Vice Presidents and SVP of Finance on big picture support, knowledge transfer and guidance around fiscal stewardship and responsibility.
Take an active role in working with the Board Audit Committee on presentation materials and communications on financial updates in partnership with the SVP of Finance.
Support reporting, tracking and financial information needed for various high level projects including the Collective Bargaining Agreement union process, Restricted/Unrestricted reports, Investment Income, Depreciation and Roll Over Activity.
Support program and department relations using customer support best practices.
Work with the SVP of Finance, the VP of Finance, the COO and President on financial health decisions and considerations around asset management, investments, reserves and other assistance with compliance processes for the finance department to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Manage our bank accounts and activity, bank relations, bank migrations and account management and shifts in collaboration with the SVP of Finance.
Manage annual processes including the annual audit, filing of the IRS Form 990s and other financial business filings with the SVP of Finance.
Develop business continuity and contingency plans in partnership with the SVP of Finance and other finance staff.
Support the VP of Finance in financial modeling and scenario planning projects.
Provide leadership within the budget processes and support the FP&A department and program departments, as needed in collaboration with the VP of Finance.
Support the selection, management and migration of a new General Ledger, Expense, Dashboard and other finance software. Manage software integrations and system considerations for Revenue, Accounts Payable, and other cloud-based systems and integrations for accounting. Ensure the organization’s effective use of technology for efficiency.
Support the management of dashboarding for financial reporting and help staff track their financial detail, make reclassifications and corrections, as needed.
Serve as a consultant and advisor to departments and programs on all financial matters.
Lead efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable with other finance staff.
Ensure that hiring, employee development and performance management practices are consistent with racial justice and equity goals and philosophy with the SVP of Finance.
Develop and track progress on both the department’s racial justice and equity goals and the organization-wide Racial Justice and Equity Strategic Planning allocated revenue and expense. Prepare financial accounting reports around these goals for the SVP of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time to attend staff retreats, meetings, conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 10 or more years experience in nonprofit accounting, accounting management, and management of finance staff. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience managing multiple entities or with complex inter-company transactions, Experience with developing financial policies, audit and 990 preparations, preparing financial statements and managing cyclical financial processes. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Experience with conducting training to support staff around finance knowledge. Preferred - Experience working in a political organization or campaign. Experience managing finance in national organizations or organizations at 100+million revenue or more. Database and experience as an auditor are a plus.
Skills: Strong manager and facilitator. Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen and understanding of modern financial reporting and frameworks. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to anti-racism, equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “VP of Accounting” in the subject line by June 8th, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed accounting teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
May 19, 2022
Full time
Title: Vice President, Accounting
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting to this Position: Senior Director of Accounting and Senior Revenue Accountant
Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely or from an LCV office)
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $125,000-$165,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 10 or more years minimum experience
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Vice President of Accounting will be focused on cyclical financial and accounting processes (month/year end close, accounting transactions, audit, 990 and financial filings). They will oversee the financial operations and systems within the accounting department to ensure our financial accounting of record is accurate. They will work in collaboration with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team within the finance department led by the VP of Finance (Financial, Planning & Analysis) who focuses on future financial planning including budgeting, investments, grants management and financial reporting/analysis. The VP of Accounting role is a new position within finance so they must effectively work with the accounting team to build out best practices in our accounting functions in Finance and at LCV. They will lead and provide strategic oversight to the financial compliance, audit and cyclical functions within the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund. This includes, but not limited to Financial Statements, Month End/Year End Close, Budgeting Support, Profit and Loss, Budget vs Actual, Balance Sheet Statements, Revenue Statements and Reconciliations, Cash Management and Revenue Restrictions. They will directly supervise the Senior Director of Accounting and Senior Revenue Accountant and indirectly lead a team of 6 accounting staff. The Vice President will support effective internal controls, GAAP principles ensuring efficient operations and assisting in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws and regulations. The Vice President will also manage annual processes including the annual audit, filing of the IRS Form 990s and other financial business filings.
Responsibilities :
Direct and manage the organization’s financial policies and accounting practices, ensuring they align with the financial, planning and analysis process developed by the VP of Finance.
Develop and set policy, procedures, manuals, training, toolkits and process points to help build out the GAAP accounting and strong internal controls within finance that positions the organization in effective fiscal management.
Manages two direct reports and indirectly works with all accounting staff to complete GL entries, adjustments, allocations, tracking, reconciliations and financial reporting. Collaborates with the VP of Finance and FP&A team on work projects.
Provides leadership on cyclical cash and accrual accounting including Financial Statements, Month End/Year End Close, Budgeting Support, Profit and Loss, Budget vs Actual, Balance Sheet Statements, Revenue Statements and Reconciliations, Cash Management and Revenue Restrictions.
Collaborate with departmental staff and the SVP of Finance to support their knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and monthly review process.
Develop efficient month end close and year end close processes.
Work with the SVP of Finance to contribute to quarterly metrics, financial health dashboards and presentation materials for the Board Finance Committee and Audit Committee with the VP of Finance.
Support the Senior Revenue Accountant in the management of our Revenue Management functions and collaborate with the VP of Finance and Senior Grants Accountant around grant revenue and expenditures across entity, program, fiscal and contract year and department.
Work with other department Vice Presidents and SVP of Finance on big picture support, knowledge transfer and guidance around fiscal stewardship and responsibility.
Take an active role in working with the Board Audit Committee on presentation materials and communications on financial updates in partnership with the SVP of Finance.
Support reporting, tracking and financial information needed for various high level projects including the Collective Bargaining Agreement union process, Restricted/Unrestricted reports, Investment Income, Depreciation and Roll Over Activity.
Support program and department relations using customer support best practices.
Work with the SVP of Finance, the VP of Finance, the COO and President on financial health decisions and considerations around asset management, investments, reserves and other assistance with compliance processes for the finance department to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Manage our bank accounts and activity, bank relations, bank migrations and account management and shifts in collaboration with the SVP of Finance.
Manage annual processes including the annual audit, filing of the IRS Form 990s and other financial business filings with the SVP of Finance.
Develop business continuity and contingency plans in partnership with the SVP of Finance and other finance staff.
Support the VP of Finance in financial modeling and scenario planning projects.
Provide leadership within the budget processes and support the FP&A department and program departments, as needed in collaboration with the VP of Finance.
Support the selection, management and migration of a new General Ledger, Expense, Dashboard and other finance software. Manage software integrations and system considerations for Revenue, Accounts Payable, and other cloud-based systems and integrations for accounting. Ensure the organization’s effective use of technology for efficiency.
Support the management of dashboarding for financial reporting and help staff track their financial detail, make reclassifications and corrections, as needed.
Serve as a consultant and advisor to departments and programs on all financial matters.
Lead efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable with other finance staff.
Ensure that hiring, employee development and performance management practices are consistent with racial justice and equity goals and philosophy with the SVP of Finance.
Develop and track progress on both the department’s racial justice and equity goals and the organization-wide Racial Justice and Equity Strategic Planning allocated revenue and expense. Prepare financial accounting reports around these goals for the SVP of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time to attend staff retreats, meetings, conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 10 or more years experience in nonprofit accounting, accounting management, and management of finance staff. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience managing multiple entities or with complex inter-company transactions, Experience with developing financial policies, audit and 990 preparations, preparing financial statements and managing cyclical financial processes. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Experience with conducting training to support staff around finance knowledge. Preferred - Experience working in a political organization or campaign. Experience managing finance in national organizations or organizations at 100+million revenue or more. Database and experience as an auditor are a plus.
Skills: Strong manager and facilitator. Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen and understanding of modern financial reporting and frameworks. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to anti-racism, equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “VP of Accounting” in the subject line by June 8th, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following questions:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
How have you managed accounting teams in complex (scope, size, diverse revenue streams, multi-entity/inter-company, hybrid etc.) nonprofit organizations in your career.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Title: Senior Grants Accountant
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $86,000-$91,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 7-10 years minimum experience
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Senior Grants Accountant is responsible for reconciling the grants to the LCV family of organizations including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities :
Work closely with VP of Finance, Development VP’s and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and dashboard support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expense. Support mid-year grant allocations against existing budget changes within an organized monthly forecast process.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Monitor coding against grants and all new grant codes.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward monitoring.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Monitor AP/AR cyclical activity of grant funds in conjunction with transactional AP/AR accountants. Flag errors, compliance issues and areas needing reclassification and adjustments against grant expectations.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Monitor bank accounts for deposits and work with the Development department to oversee revenue deposit within all grant activity. Ensure all grant revenue is received and accounted for in bank accounts.
Ensure reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Support the maintenance of funders in the accounting system.
Act as an additional reviewer of Accountant entries that cross grant activity.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expensed/balance reports for grants.
Create various schedules and feeder documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e 990, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and FEC and state compliance reports and filings, etc.
Support revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Develops process and manages process for time allocation splits during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Helps manage the 501(c)(3) to 501(c)(4) grant making process.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - 7-10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Sr. Grants Accountant” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Feb 10, 2022
Full time
Title: Senior Grants Accountant
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $86,000-$91,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 7-10 years minimum experience
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Senior Grants Accountant is responsible for reconciling the grants to the LCV family of organizations including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities :
Work closely with VP of Finance, Development VP’s and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and dashboard support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expense. Support mid-year grant allocations against existing budget changes within an organized monthly forecast process.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Monitor coding against grants and all new grant codes.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward monitoring.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Monitor AP/AR cyclical activity of grant funds in conjunction with transactional AP/AR accountants. Flag errors, compliance issues and areas needing reclassification and adjustments against grant expectations.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Monitor bank accounts for deposits and work with the Development department to oversee revenue deposit within all grant activity. Ensure all grant revenue is received and accounted for in bank accounts.
Ensure reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Support the maintenance of funders in the accounting system.
Act as an additional reviewer of Accountant entries that cross grant activity.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expensed/balance reports for grants.
Create various schedules and feeder documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e 990, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and FEC and state compliance reports and filings, etc.
Support revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Develops process and manages process for time allocation splits during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Helps manage the 501(c)(3) to 501(c)(4) grant making process.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - 7-10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Sr. Grants Accountant” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Title: Vice President, Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting to this Position: Senior Grants Accountant and Financial & Budget Analyst
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $125,000-$160,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 10 or more years minimum experience
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Vice President of Finance will be focused on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and responsible for overseeing the financial planning and analysis functions within the finance department and works in collaboration with the Accounting team within the finance department led by the Controller. This is a new position, function and team within finance so they must effectively build out FP&A function in Finance and at LCV. They will lead and provide strategic oversight to the FP&A functions within the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund. This includes, but not limited to Budget, Profit & Loss, Budget vs Actual and Forecast processes; Grants Management; Financial Modeling and Planning; and Financial Analysis. They will lead a team of two including a newly hired Financial and Budget Analyst and soon to be hired Senior Grants Accountant. The Vice President will support effective internal controls, ensuring efficient operations and assisting in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws and regulations. The Vice President will also support cyclical accounting processes as requested such as the annual audit, and filing of the IRS Form 990s.
Responsibilities :
Direct and manage the organization’s financial policies and FP&A practices.
Develop policy, procedures, manuals, training, toolkits and process points to help build out the effective functioning of this new area within finance that positions the organization to lead an effective budgeting, analysis, grants management and financial planning team.
Manage a team of two staff directly and indirectly work with all finance staff to complete high level reporting, tracking and analysis across finance functions.
Collaborate with departmental staff to support their knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and monthly review process.
Develop out a monthly forecast process and budget owner meeting process.
Develop quarterly metrics and financial health dashboards to report to All Staff, Budget Owners, Departments and the Board Finance Committee and Audit Committee as needed.
Support the Sr. Grants Accountant in the management of our Grants Management functions which track grant revenue and expenditures across entity, program, fiscal & contract year and department.
Work with other department Vice Presidents on big picture support, knowledge transfer and guidance around grants management, budgeting and tracking.
Take an active role in working with the Board Finance Committee on presentation materials and communications with them on financial updates.
Conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and all negotiations that require financial analysis and Strategic Plan Priority Areas. Manage finance report requests.
Work to build a bridge between finance and departments and set up effective help desk systems for communication, tracking and a ticket like system for requests, training and support.
Work with the SVP of Finance, the COO and President on financial health decisions and considerations around asset management, investments, reserves and other assistance with compliance processes for the finance department to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Monitor investment returns and relationship with organization’s investment brokers.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans.
Manage the financial modeling and scenario planning project.
Develop, implement, and maintain the organizational financial budgeting system and budget narrative process. Facilitate a collaborative organization-wide budget process.
Support the selection, management and migration of a new budgeting software.
Develop dashboarding capabilities for financial reporting and train staff to these resources.
Serve as a consultant and advisor to departments/programs on all financial matters.
Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team.
Lead efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable.
Ensure that hiring, employee development and performance management practices are consistent with racial justice and equity goals and philosophy.
Develop and track progress on both the department’s racial justice and equity goals and the organization-wide Racial Justice and Equity Strategic Planning allocated revenue and expense. Prepare financial analysis reports around these goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 10 or more years experience in budget development & FP&A functions, and management of finance staff. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with financial reporting and analysis. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Experience with conducting training to support staff around finance knowledge. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Strong manager and facilitator. Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen and understanding of modern financial reporting and frameworks. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “VP of Finance” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/?
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Feb 04, 2022
Full time
Title: Vice President, Finance (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Senior Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting to this Position: Senior Grants Accountant and Financial & Budget Analyst
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: No
Job Classification Level: M-IV
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $125,000-$160,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 10 or more years minimum experience
General Description :
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Vice President of Finance will be focused on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and responsible for overseeing the financial planning and analysis functions within the finance department and works in collaboration with the Accounting team within the finance department led by the Controller. This is a new position, function and team within finance so they must effectively build out FP&A function in Finance and at LCV. They will lead and provide strategic oversight to the FP&A functions within the LCV family of organizations including LCV, LCV Action Fund, LCV Victory Fund, and LCV Education Fund. This includes, but not limited to Budget, Profit & Loss, Budget vs Actual and Forecast processes; Grants Management; Financial Modeling and Planning; and Financial Analysis. They will lead a team of two including a newly hired Financial and Budget Analyst and soon to be hired Senior Grants Accountant. The Vice President will support effective internal controls, ensuring efficient operations and assisting in the organizations’ compliance with relevant tax and campaign finance laws and regulations. The Vice President will also support cyclical accounting processes as requested such as the annual audit, and filing of the IRS Form 990s.
Responsibilities :
Direct and manage the organization’s financial policies and FP&A practices.
Develop policy, procedures, manuals, training, toolkits and process points to help build out the effective functioning of this new area within finance that positions the organization to lead an effective budgeting, analysis, grants management and financial planning team.
Manage a team of two staff directly and indirectly work with all finance staff to complete high level reporting, tracking and analysis across finance functions.
Collaborate with departmental staff to support their knowledge base around financial processes, budgeting and monthly review process.
Develop out a monthly forecast process and budget owner meeting process.
Develop quarterly metrics and financial health dashboards to report to All Staff, Budget Owners, Departments and the Board Finance Committee and Audit Committee as needed.
Support the Sr. Grants Accountant in the management of our Grants Management functions which track grant revenue and expenditures across entity, program, fiscal & contract year and department.
Work with other department Vice Presidents on big picture support, knowledge transfer and guidance around grants management, budgeting and tracking.
Take an active role in working with the Board Finance Committee on presentation materials and communications with them on financial updates.
Conduct high level analysis for a wide range of needs including our CBA union process and all negotiations that require financial analysis and Strategic Plan Priority Areas. Manage finance report requests.
Work to build a bridge between finance and departments and set up effective help desk systems for communication, tracking and a ticket like system for requests, training and support.
Work with the SVP of Finance, the COO and President on financial health decisions and considerations around asset management, investments, reserves and other assistance with compliance processes for the finance department to maintain accuracy and completeness of revenue and disbursements reported.
Monitor investment returns and relationship with organization’s investment brokers.
Support the development of business continuity and contingency plans.
Manage the financial modeling and scenario planning project.
Develop, implement, and maintain the organizational financial budgeting system and budget narrative process. Facilitate a collaborative organization-wide budget process.
Support the selection, management and migration of a new budgeting software.
Develop dashboarding capabilities for financial reporting and train staff to these resources.
Serve as a consultant and advisor to departments/programs on all financial matters.
Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team.
Lead efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable.
Ensure that hiring, employee development and performance management practices are consistent with racial justice and equity goals and philosophy.
Develop and track progress on both the department’s racial justice and equity goals and the organization-wide Racial Justice and Equity Strategic Planning allocated revenue and expense. Prepare financial analysis reports around these goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - Minimum of 10 or more years experience in budget development & FP&A functions, and management of finance staff. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with financial reporting and analysis. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Experience with conducting training to support staff around finance knowledge. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Strong manager and facilitator. Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen and understanding of modern financial reporting and frameworks. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “VP of Finance” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/?
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
POSITION SUMMARY :
This is an exempt salaried position responsible for maintaining the City's accounting records, monitoring the operating budget, coordinating special projects. Duties require considerable knowledge of bookkeeping, general fund accounting, budgeting, and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information. Work is performed independently under the general guidance and direction of the Finance Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Each position in this classification may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under general supervision:
Maintains financial accounting system and ensures accurate uploads and postings from linked modules, property tax system and utility billing system.
Maintains a Property Tax Billing and Collection System in accordance with City policies and procedures.
Prepares and distributes property tax bills to all property owners in the City who are eligible to pay property taxes.
Maintains an accurate, up-to-date inventory of property in the City and property owners eligible to pay taxes.
Works with Fulton County in maintaining the property tax inventory.
Accurately accounts for all property tax revenue.
Monitors all past-due accounts and takes prompt collection action in accordance with City policy.
Works with property owners to quickly, courteously and accurately resolve property tax problems.
Identifies problems and errors in the Property Tax System and assists in promptly rectifying them.
Maintains a complete, accurate and up-to-date set of property tax records.
Prepares timely reports on property tax matters.
Answers questions and provides information to City Employees, taxpayers, and interested agencies, firms, individuals and businesses pertaining to tax billing and collection activities in accordance with City policies.
Audits accounts as necessary to assure proper collection of property taxes and ensures the accuracy of both the bills and the collections.
Records monthly journal entries timely and accurately and maintains accuracy of general ledger reports.
Correctly applies various accounting theories according to GAAP, governmental accounting standards, and City fiscal policies and procedures.
Prepares journal entries and maintains accuracy of general ledger records.
Prepares monthly bank reconciliations.
Performs daily monitoring and monthly analysis of revenues.
Allocates interest earnings to designated funds; maintains and reconciles financial data to general ledger.
Researches and takes appropriate corrective actions regarding discrepancies in expenditure and revenue transactions.
Prepares all reports for specific grants, as applicable.
Attends and participates in training sessions, meetings and conferences, as directed.
Provides functional guidance to Accounts Payable, Purchasing and Utility Billing.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university;
Four (4) years of experience in performing related work in a governmental setting;
Any equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable;
Possess a valid State of Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR);
Satisfactory background and credit check.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
Thorough knowledge of theory, practices, principles and terminology common to governmental accounting.
Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, standard government fund accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Skill in utilizing various hardware and software computer applications, such as INCODE, Harris.
Skill in operating a calculator.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Ability to efficiently plan and organize work, prepare and maintain accurate and organized statistical and narrative reports.
Ability to review accounting records for accuracy.
Ability to exercise judgment and interpret financial documents and reports.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to read understand explains and apply rules regulations and policies and procedures.
Ability to apply theory, practices, principles and terminology common to governmental accounting.
Ability to analyze financial and accounting data and to draw logical conclusions.
Ability to assist and provide customer service to internal and external customers using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to interpret and prepare financial reports and statements.
Ability to maintain accurate and detailed accounting and financial records.
Ability to meet assigned schedules and timeline.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, City employees, local government officials and the general public.
Ability to use a personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet and other related software; networks; printer; phone; fax and copy machines.
Supervisory Controls:
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Finance Director.
Guidelines:
Guidelines include City and departmental policies and procedures and applicable ordinances.
Complexity:
The work consists of a variety of highly administrative and technical duties.
Scope and Effect:
The purpose of this position is to effectively and efficiently maintain the City's accounting records, monitor the operating budget under the direction of the Finance Director.
Personal Contacts:
Primary contacts are with the Finance Director, department employees, other City Hall employees, and auditors. Secondary contacts include other department heads, consultants, and other external customers.
Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are typically to give and exchange financial information, provide services, resolve problems, and to negotiate or settle matters at the director of the Finance Director.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility:
This position has no direct reports.
Working Conditions
• The work is typically performed sitting at a desk in an office environment, with a moderate level of noise. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring dexterity, especially computer and calculator.
Feb 01, 2022
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY :
This is an exempt salaried position responsible for maintaining the City's accounting records, monitoring the operating budget, coordinating special projects. Duties require considerable knowledge of bookkeeping, general fund accounting, budgeting, and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information. Work is performed independently under the general guidance and direction of the Finance Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Each position in this classification may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under general supervision:
Maintains financial accounting system and ensures accurate uploads and postings from linked modules, property tax system and utility billing system.
Maintains a Property Tax Billing and Collection System in accordance with City policies and procedures.
Prepares and distributes property tax bills to all property owners in the City who are eligible to pay property taxes.
Maintains an accurate, up-to-date inventory of property in the City and property owners eligible to pay taxes.
Works with Fulton County in maintaining the property tax inventory.
Accurately accounts for all property tax revenue.
Monitors all past-due accounts and takes prompt collection action in accordance with City policy.
Works with property owners to quickly, courteously and accurately resolve property tax problems.
Identifies problems and errors in the Property Tax System and assists in promptly rectifying them.
Maintains a complete, accurate and up-to-date set of property tax records.
Prepares timely reports on property tax matters.
Answers questions and provides information to City Employees, taxpayers, and interested agencies, firms, individuals and businesses pertaining to tax billing and collection activities in accordance with City policies.
Audits accounts as necessary to assure proper collection of property taxes and ensures the accuracy of both the bills and the collections.
Records monthly journal entries timely and accurately and maintains accuracy of general ledger reports.
Correctly applies various accounting theories according to GAAP, governmental accounting standards, and City fiscal policies and procedures.
Prepares journal entries and maintains accuracy of general ledger records.
Prepares monthly bank reconciliations.
Performs daily monitoring and monthly analysis of revenues.
Allocates interest earnings to designated funds; maintains and reconciles financial data to general ledger.
Researches and takes appropriate corrective actions regarding discrepancies in expenditure and revenue transactions.
Prepares all reports for specific grants, as applicable.
Attends and participates in training sessions, meetings and conferences, as directed.
Provides functional guidance to Accounts Payable, Purchasing and Utility Billing.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university;
Four (4) years of experience in performing related work in a governmental setting;
Any equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable;
Possess a valid State of Georgia Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR);
Satisfactory background and credit check.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
Thorough knowledge of theory, practices, principles and terminology common to governmental accounting.
Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, standard government fund accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Skill in utilizing various hardware and software computer applications, such as INCODE, Harris.
Skill in operating a calculator.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Ability to efficiently plan and organize work, prepare and maintain accurate and organized statistical and narrative reports.
Ability to review accounting records for accuracy.
Ability to exercise judgment and interpret financial documents and reports.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to read understand explains and apply rules regulations and policies and procedures.
Ability to apply theory, practices, principles and terminology common to governmental accounting.
Ability to analyze financial and accounting data and to draw logical conclusions.
Ability to assist and provide customer service to internal and external customers using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to interpret and prepare financial reports and statements.
Ability to maintain accurate and detailed accounting and financial records.
Ability to meet assigned schedules and timeline.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, City employees, local government officials and the general public.
Ability to use a personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet and other related software; networks; printer; phone; fax and copy machines.
Supervisory Controls:
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Finance Director.
Guidelines:
Guidelines include City and departmental policies and procedures and applicable ordinances.
Complexity:
The work consists of a variety of highly administrative and technical duties.
Scope and Effect:
The purpose of this position is to effectively and efficiently maintain the City's accounting records, monitor the operating budget under the direction of the Finance Director.
Personal Contacts:
Primary contacts are with the Finance Director, department employees, other City Hall employees, and auditors. Secondary contacts include other department heads, consultants, and other external customers.
Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are typically to give and exchange financial information, provide services, resolve problems, and to negotiate or settle matters at the director of the Finance Director.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility:
This position has no direct reports.
Working Conditions
• The work is typically performed sitting at a desk in an office environment, with a moderate level of noise. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring dexterity, especially computer and calculator.
Equivalency Determination Legal Counsel or CPA, NGOsource
Full-time, exempt position
Reports To
Senior Counsel, NGOsource
At TechSoup, you’ll find the raw energy of a start-up, and extraordinary vision, and a group of brilliant, talented, quirky people who believe fiercely that the benefits of technology should be available to everyone.
We are a nonprofit organization that believes that technology is a powerful enabler for social change. Since 1987, we’ve assembled a worldwide network of individuals and organizations that share this conviction. This network – one that you likely belong to – includes foundations and corporations, governments and NGOs, social entrepreneurs and volunteers. Together, these unlikely allies have developed sustainable, community-driven technology solutions to meet today’s most urgent social challenges.
NGOsource, a project of the Council on Foundations and TechSoup, is an online equivalency determination (ED) service for US funders who make international grants. It offers a unique centralized repository of EDs for NGOs and governments located in 150 countries and counting. NGOsource provides ED services to over 485 grantmaker members and other organizations who are interested in this elite level of grantmaking compliance. NGOsource’s membership includes nine of the ten largest international grantmakers in the US and 18 of the largest 20, as well as donor advised funds, small and medium-sized family foundations, corporate foundations, and community foundations.
Job Overview
The ED Counsel Legal Counsel or CPA will be drafting equivalency determinations (EDs) for NGOsource on a full-time basis. This requires reviewing and analyzing governing documents and supporting statements provided by non-U.S. NGOs, and drafting a formal opinion regarding each organization’s public charity equivalency status, in conformity with U.S. tax law. Other tasks include conducting legal research, corresponding regularly with non-U.S. NGOs and partners, U.S. grantmakers, and internal staff to explain legal issues of relevance to foreign public charity equivalency. While prior experience is strongly preferred, NGOsource is able to train newcomers if a promising candidate is identified.
Required Qualifications
Please note that this position may only be filled by one of the following:
an attorney,
a certified public accountant, or
an enrolled IRS agent,
licensed in a state, territory, or possession of the U.S.
In addition, the candidate must have the following qualities:
One to three years of directly related experience. Related experience might include roles at professional services firms providing relevant legal or tax services to philanthropic organizations, or roles supporting management or administration of international grants at US‐based foundations. Candidates who have related experience not falling into these categories are welcome to apply, explaining in their cover letter why the experience is valuable background for this position.
attention to detail;
excellent writing skills;
ability to work under pressure and adherence to deadlines;
hard working; and
respectful of differences in other cultures, languages, and contexts.
Desired Additional Qualifications
familiarity with, and experience drafting, foreign public charity equivalency determinations;
experience in the nonprofit sector;
ability to explain difficult legal and/or tax concepts in laymen’s terms;
interest in international issues and NGOs;
foreign language skills
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 references.
Mar 08, 2021
Full time
Equivalency Determination Legal Counsel or CPA, NGOsource
Full-time, exempt position
Reports To
Senior Counsel, NGOsource
At TechSoup, you’ll find the raw energy of a start-up, and extraordinary vision, and a group of brilliant, talented, quirky people who believe fiercely that the benefits of technology should be available to everyone.
We are a nonprofit organization that believes that technology is a powerful enabler for social change. Since 1987, we’ve assembled a worldwide network of individuals and organizations that share this conviction. This network – one that you likely belong to – includes foundations and corporations, governments and NGOs, social entrepreneurs and volunteers. Together, these unlikely allies have developed sustainable, community-driven technology solutions to meet today’s most urgent social challenges.
NGOsource, a project of the Council on Foundations and TechSoup, is an online equivalency determination (ED) service for US funders who make international grants. It offers a unique centralized repository of EDs for NGOs and governments located in 150 countries and counting. NGOsource provides ED services to over 485 grantmaker members and other organizations who are interested in this elite level of grantmaking compliance. NGOsource’s membership includes nine of the ten largest international grantmakers in the US and 18 of the largest 20, as well as donor advised funds, small and medium-sized family foundations, corporate foundations, and community foundations.
Job Overview
The ED Counsel Legal Counsel or CPA will be drafting equivalency determinations (EDs) for NGOsource on a full-time basis. This requires reviewing and analyzing governing documents and supporting statements provided by non-U.S. NGOs, and drafting a formal opinion regarding each organization’s public charity equivalency status, in conformity with U.S. tax law. Other tasks include conducting legal research, corresponding regularly with non-U.S. NGOs and partners, U.S. grantmakers, and internal staff to explain legal issues of relevance to foreign public charity equivalency. While prior experience is strongly preferred, NGOsource is able to train newcomers if a promising candidate is identified.
Required Qualifications
Please note that this position may only be filled by one of the following:
an attorney,
a certified public accountant, or
an enrolled IRS agent,
licensed in a state, territory, or possession of the U.S.
In addition, the candidate must have the following qualities:
One to three years of directly related experience. Related experience might include roles at professional services firms providing relevant legal or tax services to philanthropic organizations, or roles supporting management or administration of international grants at US‐based foundations. Candidates who have related experience not falling into these categories are welcome to apply, explaining in their cover letter why the experience is valuable background for this position.
attention to detail;
excellent writing skills;
ability to work under pressure and adherence to deadlines;
hard working; and
respectful of differences in other cultures, languages, and contexts.
Desired Additional Qualifications
familiarity with, and experience drafting, foreign public charity equivalency determinations;
experience in the nonprofit sector;
ability to explain difficult legal and/or tax concepts in laymen’s terms;
interest in international issues and NGOs;
foreign language skills
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 references.