COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF HOUSTON/HARRIS COUNTY Hiring for Finance Manager at Houston, TX, United States Full Time

SUMMARY

The Finance Manager leads the accounting team under the direction of the Director of Finance. This position is responsible for transaction management of accounting processes, maintaining internal controls, preparation of account reconciliations, assistance in preparation of monthly financial statements, and assisting in the reporting of grants / contracts to federal and state agencies and other funders.

The Finance Manager assists the Director of Finance to manage all the Coalition’s financial reporting requirements and provides financial information to Director of Grants, Department Heads, Management, the Board of Directors, and Funders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership

• Provide direct leadership and supervision of accounting staff.
• Lead and serve as the direct manager of the roles and processes responsible for accounts payable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Work with Director of Grants on monthly close process and supports billing of expenses to grants.

Accounting

• Manage the day-to-day accounting duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank account & credit card management.
• Act as lead in processing payroll and supporting documents for semi-monthly payroll.
• Support Grants Director in providing accurate financial data for the billing of grants.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, perform financial analysis, prepare monthly reconciliation of account, and provide accurate general ledger coding.
• Prepare, analyze, and review internal and external financial reports.
• Assist DOF to coordinate review of financial statements by independent auditors on a timely basis.
• Assist in preparation of the annual Form 990.
• Maintain the financial close calendar.
• Document and maintain financial internal controls.
• Work closely with the Compliance Director to ensure the organization’s accounting policies and procedures comply with all contractual obligations.
• Manage and analyze all financial information & work with the Director of Grants on financial information needed for current grants and grant proposals.
• Monitor all expenses to guard against unallowable costs.
• Maintain 13-week cash report & communicate needs to Director of Finance & CFO.
• Work with the Department Leads, Director of Finance & CFO to produce the Coalition’s overall budget & forecasts.
• Meet with Department Leads on monthly financials and budget / forecasts.
• Maintain & reconcile bank accounts, monitor bank covenants & provide required financial information to the banks by required deadlines.
• Maintain financial expertise through outside training / reading to ensure financial statements reflect most current accounting standards / pronouncements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s or associate degree and four (4) years of related experience in accounting / finance role with progressively more responsible and complex roles in a non-profit federal grant setting.

non-degreed individual considered with commensurate experience).

• Two (2) years of direct people leadership experience.
• Technical accounting skills for nonprofits. Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and methodologies of accounting including grant administration and reporting, budget policies and procedures.

Experience in grant revenue recognition under ASU 2014-09 / ASU2018-08 and functional expense reporting under ASC 958-720-45.

• Proven ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial documents and ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proven ability to apply complex analytical concepts and verify the accuracy of data presented for processing and providing options / recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to evaluate work issues, train, develop, make / correct assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to define instructions, adhere to a changing system of specific policies and procedures.
• Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and database / data entry, with accompanying spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation software.
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables, formula management, data filters and building complex analytics using data.
• Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities.
• See Required Competencies below.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Certified Public Accountant
• Knowledge of government single audit requirements.
• Experience with Abila Fund Accounting software.
• Experience in high-profile and complex stakeholder engagement including change management.
• Experience working with government programs and management of government grants (e.g., HUD).
• Experience working in a non-profit setting and work related to housing and homelessness in the greater Houston area.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of the homelessness field, including funding streams, population-specific needs, planning efforts, Continuum of Care practice, and housing and service models.
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