Valley Youth House Looking for Senior Vp Of Finance at Bethlehem, PA, United States Full Time

Job Description

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence.

We are currently looking for a qualified applicant to fill the following position: FT – Senior VP of Finance- ($125K- $170K).

: The SVP, Finance is responsible for directing the finance functions of Valley Youth House including Accounting, Contract Administration, and Analysis.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ensure the fiscal operations of the organization are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management techniques and practices appropriate within the nonprofit industry.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization’s fiscal function and performance.
• Participate in the development of the agency’s strategic plans and programs as a key member of the agency’s Leadership Team and President’s Cabinet.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, the introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action.
• Hire, train, coach and mentor the leaders of the respective areas of oversight, building an engaged team of competent and motivated staff members who handle their duties effectively.
• Establish credibility throughout the organization and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges.
• Provide technical, financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline.
• Provide capital authority for facilities including in-source/outsource decisions and real estate leasing arrangements.
• Provide leadership and counsel for insurance arrangements.
• Provide continual education to department managers on financial issues impacting program results.
• Provide strategic financial and technological input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers.
• Be an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the organization may enter.

Specific Duties:

• Assure that the agency’s annual budget is prepared in a timely manner, involving all key staff members and members of the Finance Committee with the goal of board approval at the November Board meeting.
• Assist in the timely preparation of needs-based budgeting with the State of PA and local counties for all programs.
• Assist in the development of external budgets for all grant applications and contracts.
• Insure that monthly financial reports are completed and distributed to all key staff leaders and members of the Finance Committee in a timely fashion.
• Serve as the staff advisor to the Finance Committee and insure that all members of the Finance Committee are adequately informed of the financial condition of the agency.
• Insure that all annual audits are completed and produced within the required timeframe.
• Insure that all spending conforms to appropriate fiscal policies.
• Identify the drivers of financial success for each program and create weekly/monthly scorecards to help Leadership Team track programs that are financially challenged.
• Work with Vice Presidents and program managers to address programs that are financially distressed and help these managers develop turnaround plans.
• Oversee the process of approving the opening or closing of programs.

Supervisory Responsibility:
This position is responsible for managing and leading the finance staff, including Accounting, Contract Administration, and Analysis.

Work Environment:
This job operates in an office setting and remotely. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:
Travel is required from time to time as the position responsibility dictates.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required with 10 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Masters of Business Administration and/or CPA certification desired.
• Experience in managing and leading others required.

**The list of essential/key functions/duties, as outlined herein, is not intended to be all-inclusive of the tasks performed within this position. It is not necessarily descriptive of all functions/duties within the position. The omission of a function/duty does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein, other duties may be assigned.

Every employee of Valley Youth House, regardless of title, is required to take the Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire, and every five years thereafter. Employees who have direct contact with youth are subject to Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) licensing regulations. Staff who interact with youth as part of their job responsibilities and create a physical or emotionally abusive situation may be subject to a child rights violation complaint or a Childline Report, which may require a DHS investigation. All Valley Youth House candidates are required to submit for a drug test prior to beginning employment and may be subject to random screens throughout their employment.

Valley Youth House is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, color, disability, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veterans’ status or military service obligation, medical condition, and any other status protected by applicable law. Including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and CFOP 60-10, Chapter 4. Valley Youth House maintains a Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP).

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k Benefits and employer match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition assistance, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

About Valley Youth House:

At Valley Youth House, we do more than just provide a home for vulnerable, abused and homeless youth; we partner with thousands of individuals to build a solid foundation for young people and their families. We understand that everyone’s needs and situations are unique. That’s why we offer responsive programming that is built to fit the needs of each young person we work with. No two programs are identical, and each provides youth with meaningful support, skills and strength. Our wide-ranging programs allow Valley Youth House to remain a constant in the lives of those we serve.