This is a management position responsible for high level oversight of all fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting and finance principles and regulations. Manages the staff and activities of the finance department to ensure that the day-to-day operations of the organization proceed efficiently and effectively at all sites. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Prepares the general operating budget for presentation to the Board of Directors and monitors performance of the approved budget. Additionally, maintains similar responsibility with respect to special funds arising out of gifts, grants,      or other allocations.
• Provides council in the formulation of overall fiscal policies, plans and procedures regarding both short-term and long-term financial matters, strategies, and investments.
• Oversees, assists, and evaluates all financial reporting activities and provides  accurate and up-to-date information on the financial activities of the organization. Including alternate courses of action.
• Ensures that all YWCA MV financial operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, federal, YWCA USA, and not-for-profit regulations, guidelines, and laws.
• Oversees the day-to-day administration and control of the accounting, treasury and payroll functions to safeguard the YWCA MV assets and to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, timely and are recorded in keeping with the accepted accounting standards and principles.
• Provides timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financials reports, and financials trends by department to assist in decision-making and goal execution.
• Oversees financial and operational audits, identifies opportunities for improved efficiencies, and supervises the implementation of improvements to internal controls and/or operating procedures.
• Works closely with the CPO and administrative staff to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, and has documented processes that are followed to ensure a clean financial audit.
• Establishes positive working relationships with staff in departments necessary to gather information to meet volunteer, donor, and other constituent requirements. Attends other meetings as appropriate with managers, directors, volunteers, service centers, etc. Works productively with a diverse group of people.
• Supervise and coach department staff to meet performance objectives. Promotes a positive and open-door environment, fair standards of performance, and job satisfaction. Maintains confidentiality and ensures compliance with organizational policies. Interview, hire, train, assign work, coach, evaluate performance and discipline when necessary. Manages the effective development and retention of high performing staff and ensures they are organized and deployed appropriately to achieve successful operating results.
• Prepares financial reports and analysis for the CEO, Finance Committee and Board of      Directors.
• Monitors daily bank activity and prepares bank reconciliations and cash flow analysis daily.
• Facilitated the processing of the 1099’s from the Accounts Payable system.
• Prepares the NY annual sales tax return.
• Other related duties as requested. 

Competencies and Areas of Expertise:

· Project Evaluation – follows up on organizational projects to assess effectiveness; measures outcomes; identifies aspects of projects or program activities that need to be improved; identifies aspects of projects or program activities that are productive and should be maintained; prepares reports or presentations to communicate the results of the evaluation; identifies the need to modify projects and activities given changing goals or conditions. 

· Accounting – understands and applies accounting principles and laws and regulations pertaining to finance; manages payroll and benefits; reconciles general ledger accounts; applies internal controls and takes necessary actions; assists with audits; assists with preparing tax returns. Must have fund/grant accounting experience.

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Key Performance Indicators:

· Create reliable, accurate, and timely financial reports.

· Create and enforce internal controls and financial ethics.

· Incorporate strategic goals in budget planning.

· Ensure YWCA MV is using technology for accurate reporting purposes.

· In collaboration with the CEO and BOD focuses on strategy and vision to grow the organization in the direction of fiscal responsibility balanced with community needs.

Education:

· MA Degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA or a combination of demonstrated experience and education. Non-profit experience desired.

Required, Specialized, or Technical Knowledge:

· Five + years of experience in all phases of grant management including fund/grant accounting.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to make effective presentations and ability to interact effectively with staff and volunteers at all levels of the organization.  

· Knowledge of Microsoft computer software.

· Previous experience/knowledge with Federal, State and Municipal Grants

Equipment Used:

· Computer, fax, adding machine, telephone, voice mail, copier. Must hold a valid driver’s license and insurance and be able to travel as necessary.