Director of Finance (CPA required)

Director of Finance

A company in Rockville, MD is looking for a Director of Finance to join their team. This position will work closely with the Senior Vice President, Finance/CFO in directing, coordinating and carrying out all financial management functions with a principal focus on accounting, budget, financial forecasting, internal controls, financial reporting, payroll and accounts payable. The Director of Finance is expected to analyze and present accurate financial data for multiple audiences in a timely manner, and clearly communicating the financial standing of the organization to each of those audiences.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leadership of the month end close including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and preparation of the financial statements, variances, and analytics for all affiliated entities.
• Identify and report significant financial patterns and trends, analyze drivers and outcomes, and recommend solutions to any problem areas.
• Lead preparation, review and timely filing of annual tax returns including PPT’s and Form 990’s and supporting schedules.
• Oversee the payroll process, accounts payable process, and review reports and filings.
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, debt covenants, financial requirements of grant agreements and donor restrictions.
• Manage finance and accounting associates’ software and productivity tools as well as identify and project manage any related systems and process enhancements and upgrades.
• Evaluate and implement appropriate internal controls over the accounting records and processes.
• Lead the annual audit process serving as liaison with external auditors.
• Lead response to annual insurance renewal including completion of insurance applications and provision of supporting documents and schedules.
• Supervise, manage and coach finance and accounting associates (direct and indirect reports).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and minimum of 10 years of relevant management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA required
• Nonprofit or Healthcare experience is a plus.
• Public accounting experience
• Financial software implementation experience
• Great Plains (experience as an administrator)
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, advanced computer and spreadsheet skills, and extensive experience at interpreting analytical results for management and providing recommendations on business problems.