HRT Solutions Looking for Director of Finance And Operations at Pittsburgh, PA Full Time

The Director of Finance and Operations is a new position at Hello Neighbor to support the growth of the organization. It is ideal for someone with 7 or more years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping. The Director of Finance and Operations works closely with and reports to the CEO, and supports the entire Hello Neighbor team on various projects.

Working at Hello Neighbor is an opportunity to be on the ground floor of a fast-paced nonprofit startup. This is a new role and there are considerable opportunities to grow within the organization. Hello Neighbor is committed to supporting staff development.

Founded in 2017, Hello Neighbor works to improve the lives of recently resettled refugee families by matching them with dedicated neighbors to guide and support them in their new lives. 2022 marks our 5th year of operation and our first with a $ 1 million budget. We have an ambitious year of anniversary activations planned and are excited to post this newly created position to join the team and hit the ground running.

This is an in-house position at our Pittsburgh, PA office in Larimer. We are currently on a hybrid return-to-work and in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We require COVID-19 vaccination and a booster for full-time employees.

Reports To: CEO

Direct Reports: Staff Accountant, Office Manager, and Office Assistant with the possibility for additional staff, interns, and core volunteers

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Utilize QuickBooks for managing organizational financials including accounts payable/accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliation
• Coordinate all audit activity
• Assist in monthly reporting and budgeting for various programs.
• Oversee Year End and Tax Preparation with accountants.
• Prepare finance-related RFPs and contracts
• Research, develop, and recommend policies, procedures, regulations, and programs
• Oversee all accounts, general ledgers, A/P, A/R, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
• Create finance procedures manual and maintain historical record through well-organized filling
• Maintain internal control safeguards for the receipt of revenue, costs, and both team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures
• Drive the strategy and execution of the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the department’s financial goals, objectives, and operating budget
• Facility Month-end close, prepare financials for presentation to board and executives.
• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, upholding federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation
• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points
• Administer and classify grants, including expenditure analysis and approval

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Active CPA license is highly preferred
• 7+ years of administrative or bookkeeping experience or transferable skills
• Understanding of nonprofit finances and reporting. Some work experience in a philanthropic, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization a plus
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting
• High level of organization and attention to detail and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at one time
• Knowledge and proficiency in online tools including QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite tools
• Ability to communicate clearly and interact well with the team
• Able to work both independently and as a team member
• Alignment with and support of Hello Neighbor’s core values

About You:

• Core values include cultural humility and empathy
• Strong writing and communication skills
• High attention to detail
• A passion for supporting refugees and immigrants
• Lived migration experience valued and welcomed
• Commitment to equity and inclusion

Hello Neighbor Is Proud To Offer The Following Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• 75% medical insurance coverage (Health, Dental, and Vision) for you, your spouse or domestic partner and dependents
• 401(k) savings plan with 5% employer matching program after 1-year vesting period
• 15 days of PTO per year
• 1-week annual office closure (last week of December)
• 2 mental health days
• 8 paid federal holidays
• 4 paid sick or personal days
• 2 paid days for community service
• Unlimited paid time off for civic engagement
• All benefits pro-rated for part-time staff over 20 hours a week

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hello Neighbor, we are committed to being an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. Hello Neighbor is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.

All Applications Welcome

Data shows that women and people of color more frequently do not apply for a job because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. Our job descriptions are general overviews, not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute to the growth of our organization, we want to hear from you!