Director of Finance

Overview

The Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha offers an array of activities designed to meet the unique interests and needs of young people throughout the Kenosha community. Employees at the Club exhibit passion and commitment that helps our community thrive.

 

We are looking for someone with experience managing the accounting functions, preferably in a non-profit setting.

 

The Finance Director is responsible for leading financial planning and analysis processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, to support strategic decision-making and business planning under the direction of the CEO.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement policies and procedures for all financial planning and analysis functions, ensuring appropriate controls and compliance with generally accepted accounting practices.
• Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer, Board Treasurer and Finance Committee to develop annual income and expense budget.
• Perform variance analysis to understand and explain deviations from budget and forecast.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial data and identify and discuss trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Lead organizational planning and development of operating and fund account budgets, and control expenditures against budget.
• Identify areas for improvement, cost savings/efficiency, and recommend actions to optimize financial performance.
• Responsible for all Federal, State, and local grant reconciliations and invoicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business administration or equivalent work experience is required.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible work experience managing the accounting functions in a non-profit agency, or equivalent experience.
• Proven and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are crucial. 
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other financial software is expected. 
• Thorough and demonstrated knowledge of budgeting and generally accepted accounting principles, as well as related accounting practices, processes, and procedures of non-profit organizations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills are needed to manage multiple projects and deadlines. 
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to financial planning and decision-making. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for presenting financial information and collaborating with others.
• Ability to interact professionally with Club staff, Board members, volunteers, and other related agencies.