Director of Finance and Accounting

Director of Finance Communities First, Inc. is a Michigan based nonprofit 501c3 whose mission is to build healthy, vibrant communities through economic development, affordablehousingand innovative programming. CFI is focused on providing safe, quality, affordable housing, increasing economic opportunities, and improving the quality of life of the populations that the organization serves. Job Summary The director of Foinane is responsible forthe financial leadership, oversight, and fiscalintegrity of Communities First, Inc. This positionprovidesstrategic financial guidance to the President and CEO, senior leadership, and the Board of Directors tosupport sound decision-making andsustainable organizational growth. The Director of Finance oversees financial planning, accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and grantfinancial management. The role ensures adherence to nonprofit financial best practices, Uniform Guidance, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Essential Functions Financial Management and Internal Controls Provide leadership and oversight of all organizational financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and financial reporting. Ensure adherence toestablishedaccounting cycles and financial reporting deadlines. Monitor organizational cash flow andmaintainstrong financial controls. Develop, implement, andmaintainfinancial policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, GAAP, and nonprofit financial standards. Identifyand implement strategies to minimize financial risk. Supervise,lead,and support finance staff and consultants as needed. Grant Financial Management Develop tools and processes to track andmonitorgrant expenditures and ensure compliance with funder requirements. Develop and manage grant budgets andassistin budget revisions as needed. Oversee financial reporting requirements for public and private funders. Ensure systems are in place to track eligible expenses andmaintaincompliance. Oversee preparation for financial monitoring oraudits conducted by funding agencies. Collaborate with leadership to evaluate funding opportunities and develop financial projections for new grants or funding streams. Organizational Budgeting and Financial Planning Lead the development of the annual organizational budget in partnership with executive leadership and department leaders. Develop andmonitorfinancial forecasts andlong-termfinancial planning. Provide financial modeling and analysis tosupport organizational strategy and decision-making. Partner with housing and real estate leadership to review property-level financial performance andlong-termasset management planning. Analyze financial trends and provide insights tosupport organizational growth. Financial Reporting and Audits Oversee the preparation and review of monthly organizational financial statements. Prepare financial reports for executive leadership and the Board of Directors. Support department leaders with financial reporting related to program and funder budgets. Manage the annualauditprocess and serve as the primary liaison with externalauditors. Ensuretimelypreparation of all required financial documentation foraudits and regulatory filings. Organizational Leadership Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Provide financial analysis and recommendations tosupport strategic initiatives. Participate in Board of Directors meetings andsupport the Board Finance Committee. Providefinancial insights tosupport new initiatives, partnerships, and growth opportunities. Job Requirements Nonprofit accounting experience preferred. Real estate or asset management financial experienceis stronglypreferred. Knowledge of partnership taxation and tax compliance preferred. Minimum of three years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance or accounting. Advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Excel and financial softwaresuch as QuickBooks or similar systems. Ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate insights clearly. Technology and Financial Systems Proficiency Demonstratedproficiencywith financial and accounting software used in nonprofit or real estate environments. Experience working with property management and affordable housing systems, including platforms such as MRI Affordable Housing Software, Boston Post, or similar systems. Ability toutilizefinancial and property management data systems to generate reports,monitorproperty performance, and support financial analysis. Strong proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced use of Microsoft Excelfor financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting. Experience integrating or coordinating data between accounting, property management, and grant management systems. Ability toleveragetechnology and financial reporting tools to improve financial transparency, reporting accuracy, and organizational decision-making. Education Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fieldrequired.Advanced degree preferred. Certification CPA preferred but notrequired. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of nonprofitfinancial management. Knowledge of Uniform Guidance and GAAP. Excellent financial analysis and forecasting skills. Strong leadership and collaboration abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-pacedenvironment. Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance Communities First, Inc.providesequal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. This job description does not list all duties of the position. Additionalduties may be assigned as needed tosupport Communities First, Inc.'s mission and operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr