Global Support and Development Hiring for Director of Finance and Accounting Job at Charlotte, NC Full Time

*** Unable to provide sponsorship at this time. Only considering persons eligible to work in the United States.

*** Please apply directly at: https://gsdngo.bamboohr.com/careers/91?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

BACKGROUND:

Global Support and Development (GSD) is a humanitarian organization whose mission is to rapidly respond to disasters in collaboration with at-risk communities and support them to prepare for future disasters. We value collaboration and seek opportunities to amplify the work of others in-country, both in preparation for and in response to disasters. By integrating our team’s diverse skill sets and resources into local responses, we are able to provide rapid response assistance to affected communities in coordination with regional and country-level partners. We also work to build local capacity through community-led preparedness initiatives.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Director of Finance and Accounting is responsible for organization-wide operating and capital planning, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial budgeting and actual result reporting as well as cash flow forecasting. The Director also guides annual operating plans, reviews all major capital projects, directs finance support for departments and various special projects, ensures regulatory compliance, and develops presentations and financial reports for organizational leadership and the Board of Directors. The Director of Finance and Accounting ensures integrity of all accounting operations and systems and organizes, establishes, and implements accounting policies, procedures and controls that meet compliance requirements and support GSD’s business strategy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING

• Leads GSD Executives and Directors throughout the annual budgeting process. Compare budgeted expenses to actual expenses and oversee any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets. Provide information to relevant parties within the organization in a timely manner;
• Provide direct oversight and management of the accounting team’s day-to-day operations including month-end close and review of deliverables such as journal entries and reconciliations. Accounting operations are currently outsourced but there is intent to bring key functions internal in 2023;
• Drive financial planning in support of the organization’s mission and strategic plan, to include international expansion;
• Identify and address financial risks for the organization;

REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE

• Be knowledgeable of and drive organization compliance with applicable US and international tax regulations;
• Provide technical accounting expertise to ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting standards and perform special technical assessments as needed;
• Direct the preparation of all financial statements, including quarterly statements, Board of Directors reports, and foundation compliance filings;
• Oversee the annual audit;

MANAGEMENT

• Support the professional development and growth of the department team individually and collectively;
• Prompt and action GSD’s core values of accountability, humility, and integrity in all work we conduct;
• Promote good stewardship of financial and other resources to achieve maximum benefit to those impacted by disaster or at risk of impact; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Experience:

• Eight (8) or more years of professional finance and/or accounting experience with exposure to detailed analytics, forecasting, and collaborative decision making;
• Five (5) or more years in a management-level role.
• Nonprofit experience required;
• Operating foundation and international experience preferred.

Required Education:

• MBA or MS in a related field required

Professional Licenses/Certifications:

• CPA preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong analytical background;
• Exceptionally detail-oriented and able to translate big-picture analysis while maintaining sight of the finer points;
• Effective leader with the ability to influence the actions of others to achieve departmental goals;
• Ability to work comfortably with incomplete information and deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment;
• Extremely curious – not satisfied with easy or convenient answers, drives issues to root cause;
• Excellent written and verbal communication. Must be able to effectively present sensitive information to a broad audience including a Board of Directors;
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, must be able to form positive relationships with business partners and peers;
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, meets deadlines and plans for the unexpected;
• Possess quantitative and analytical skills;
• Excellent computer skills, including GSuite;
• Prior experience with multi-state payroll and compliance reporting. Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now, Bill.com, Quickbooks Online, Expensify, or similar systems is highly preferred;
• Must be inquisitive and solve problems creatively; and
• Candidates must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of management and be an integral team player.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• At this time, GSD is not offering sponsorship and is only accepting applications from persons eligible to work in the United States
• Estimated 10% annual domestic/international travel
• GSD is currently using a hybrid work schedule and supports working from home on a limited basis in the short term with a transition to the HQ location expected in the next 6 months

This job description is a summary rather than a detailed list of the duties performed. The essential functions, knowledge, skills, and working conditions may change along with business needs. This job description does not constitute a contract between employer and employee as employment is at will. Global Support and Development provides reasonable accommodations to assist qualified individuals in order to perform the essential functions their job requires.

Note: GSD requires that all employees comply with our current immunization policy.

GSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and embraces all candidates regardless of race, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, color, religion, and reprisal.

GSD promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all candidate selections.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $163,386.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Charlotte, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you already, or are you willing to receive required immunizations if traveling internationally

Education:

• Master’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Finance/Accounting: 8 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Required)
• nonprofit: 5 years (Required)
• international: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location