Genesys Works Looking for Director of Finance at Remote Full Time

Mission

Genesys Works is a national social enterprise sparking sustainable futures for high school students in underserved communities. By providing rising seniors with skills training, meaningful work experiences, and connections to professional networks, we are helping young adults onto a path to economic self-sufficiency and a lifetime of career success. Currently, in 6 cities across the country, we are positioning ourselves for future growth and impact. We are looking for someone who understands and is fluent in payroll processing (production, reporting, accounting, and taxation) and nonprofit accounting concepts to join the National team as Controller reporting to the Director of Finance.

Purpose of Position

The Director of Finance will drive the organization’s financial operations and improve its financial performance, reporting, analysis, and forecasting. This position will be responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks and activities. The Director of Finance will make recommendations to management for the development and implementation of accounting practices and procedures to ensure proper internal controls and accurate & timely financial recordkeeping and reporting. This position must meet tight deadlines and perform a multitude of accounting activities, including reconciliations and financial reporting. While the role will reside within Genesys Works’ Finance Team, the position requires working closely with departments across the organization to support new and ongoing organizational initiatives.

In your first 3 months, you will…

Supervise day-to-day activities of the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll personnel, acting as backup for the Controller and Team Managers.

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all accounting and financial reporting for Genesys Works – National and the Genesys Works – Sites by applying a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.

Recruit, train, mentor, and lead accounting and payroll personnel, ensuring the ‘organization’s ability to accomplish its mission. Identify goals and areas of growth for both individuals and department(s), implement performance factors, continually monitor progress, provide ongoing feedback and guidance, and appraise results. Initiate employment and release of such personnel in consultation with the executive team, when appropriate.

In your first 6 months, you will…

For Genesys Works – National and all Genesys Works – Sites:
Manage and execute the budgeting process.

Handle cash management duties, including bank reconciliations, positive pay, review bank balances, and employee expense reports.

Respond to inquiries from the staff regarding financial budgets, deposits, disbursement, and special/grant reporting requests.

Reconcile all balance sheet and income statement accounts on a monthly/quarterly basis as indicated by the monthly closing schedule.

Ensure compliance with accounting and financial reporting requirements of federal, state, and other governing bodies.

By the end of the first year, you will:
Coordinate and oversee the external financial, and 403(b) audit engagements.

Manage the preparation of IRS Forms 990 and 5500.

Prepare financial data for funding requests.

Prepare and present financial results to the various site Executive Directors in collaboration with the Senior Vice President of Finance and Technology.

Coordinate and prepare forms for annual insurance renewals.

To be successful in this role…

You have experience in a multi-business unit environment, an accounting degree with nonprofit executive experience, 10+ ‘years’ experience in accounting procedures and supervision, and can accomplish financial tasks independently.

You are a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a thorough understanding of for-profit and nonprofit accounting principles, account code structures, general ledgers, journal entries, and financial statements.

You have demonstrated success in written and verbal communication, organizational skills, the ability to train others, and human relation/problem-solving skills.

You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and are comfortable with Advanced Microsoft Excel skills like pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX|MATCH, and charting

You have experience or a high level of comfort with tools like NetSuite, Salesforce, and Adaptive Insights

You are detail-oriented, and energized by solving problems and sparking solutions

You know how to match vision with execution; you have experience thinking strategically as well as demonstrated success executing with strong attention to detail

You can work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external entities to maximize performance and effectiveness while instilling a strong culture of teamwork.

You believe that all people can reach their full potential and are passionate about helping them get there

You gauge your success in measurable impact and know how to ruthlessly prioritize

You are energized by challenging the status quo and testing new and innovative approaches to developing scalable solutions with high impact

You excel at organizing, managing, prioritizing, and completing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

In our quest to be a nonprofit employer of choice, we offer:
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Generous time off to include vacation, wellness, and (10) company paid holidays

403(b) retirement savings plan with company match

Communications allowance

Flexible work arrangements

Location is flexible with Houston, TX or New York, NY preferred; Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C.; Twin Cities, MN; or Bay Area, CA also workable

Commitment to Diversity

Genesys Works is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees. Genesys Works will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our staff and corporate partners are essential to successfully execute our organizational mission. As such, we seek to recruit, support, develop, and retain high-caliber talent from a diverse candidate pool that both complements and reflects the students we proudly serve.

To apply, please submit your resume and a detailed cover letter explaining why you are a great fit for this role, using the Apply button below. Please note that applications without cover letters will not be considered.