Concord Housing + Redevelopment Hiring for Finance Director Job at Concord, NH Full Time

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Finance (DF) is a member is responsible for positioning Concord Housing + Redevelopment’s (CH+R) internal resources for maximum alignment with organizational goals. As such, this position has oversight and responsibility for matters relating to affordable housing, accounting and finance, human resources, facilities, contracts, /administration. The Director of Finance (DF) is a full-time, exempt position. The position is onsite in Concord, NH.

The DF manages/coordinates: an external bookkeeping service, a payroll service, human resources functions and other contracted services that support the operations of Concord Housing + Redevelopment. The DF works alongside the Operations and Maintenance Teams who manage most day-to-day support functions of the organization. Knowledge of Sage 300 CRE Accounting software preferred.

Specific Responsibilities

Executive Leadership

• Work collaboratively with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to develop the organization’s strategy and to achieve its goals
• Commit completely to the organization’s mission and values, consistently modeling those values as a collaborator and collaborator
• Fully, intentionally, and thoughtfully commit to and engage in CH+R’s racial equity and gender dynamics work, building and maintaining internal systems, and deploying the organization’s resources, to reflect a commitment to anti-racism, social justice, and the dismantlement of oppression
• Engage personally and deeply with program participants and front-line staff to truly be a member of the CH+R’s communities

Finance and reporting

• Work closely with the Executive Director and Board to design and implement financial strategies consistent with the organization’s strategic direction
• Oversee annual planning and budgeting, in coordination with managers and staff
• Prepare financial forecasts and long-term finance plans (operating, capital, investment) to ensure organizational health and appropriate financial reserves
• Design and maintain appropriate internal control procedures
• Perform Accounts Payable Functions and utilize PHA Web and
• Routine financial reporting – to internal audiences (staff, board) and external audiences (funders, regulatory entities)
• Annual audit preparation; primary contact for annual audit
• Manage banking accounts and relationships
• Manage organization’s spending within parameters of budget, including tracking of restricted fund use in accordance with donor designations
• Recommend to leadership changes to spending or organizational structure based on actual revenue receipts and forecasts
• Government and other HUD contract billing and reporting; support grant reporting

Human Resources

• Manage and process payroll, consult with payroll service provider
• Manage benefits, consult with providers and broker
• Research and recommend changes to benefits and policies to Executive Director as necessary
• Function as ‘go-to’ person for employees with questions/issues regarding benefits and employment
• Affirmative Action and Disability officer
• Maintain necessary employment records. Manage logistical/legal documentation aspects of new hires, separations, and disciplinary action up to and including terminations
• Work with management team to develop and implement training programs
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Contracts, Insurance and Risk Management

• Serve as governmental contract manager for CH+R’s two contract partners, including oversight of financial and statistical reporting and contract term compliance
• Monitor and recommend changes to CH+R’s insurance coverage to ensure adequate risk management
• In conjunction with Executive Director, oversee systems and policies to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements including insurance and reporting
• Maintain contract/correspondence files on all vendors engaged by CH+R

Other:

• Like all CH+R employees, the Director of Finance will be flexible and open to “pitching in” as needed with other duties that arise during a1 11-employee organization’s operations
• Like all CH+R employees, the Director of Finance is expected to strive to continuously increase skills and competence, e.g., taking advantage of opportunities for professional networking, continuing education, and coaching

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission of CH+R
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience required
• Substantial business and accounting experience; significant accounting coursework, certificate, or degree
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Experience with PHA Web or Sage Accounting products a plus
• High degree of comfort with technology and online applications needed (PC environment).
• Ability to work as a member of a team while maintaining independent discipline
• Strong organizational skills and diligence; initiative-taker
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to work in diverse, fast paced environment, with openness to new learning and perspectives
• Sense of humor. Dynamic, engaging, and creative. Some direct service experience or exposure to affordable housing is a plus.

Hiring Process, Salary, and Benefits

• This is a full-time, salaried non-exempt position. Salary Range: $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Hiring Timeline: Applications will be accepted through August 31. Interviews will be held between September 1 and 15. It is CH+R’s hope that the hired candidate begins work in late September or early October.

CH+R recognizes the importance and benefits of diversity in the workplace and the community. We are an AA/EOE, and we strongly encourage people who are bilingual/bicultural, people of color, people with disabilities, members of LGBQ/T communities, trans, and non-binary people to apply.

CH+R is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact us.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Flexible Schedule

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• Self-determined schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Concord, NH 03301: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location