Director of Finance and Accounting

Director Of Finance & AccountingThe Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in ending homelessness for over 100 years. We provide emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-focused rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their communities. The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity EmployerOur mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.Come be part of the solution. Benefits SummaryThe Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community. Come be part of the solution. We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)FREE Life Insurance for employeesPaid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)One Floating Holiday Per YearFree Short Term & Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramFree Training & DevelopmentTuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agencyJob SummaryThe Director of Finance & Accounting (F&A) oversees the daily operations of the agency's finance and accounting functions and serves as a key partner to the CFO in long-term financial planning, risk management, and organizational decision-making. This role provides leadership for the F&A department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable regulations, contracts, and funder requirements. The Director of F&A translates organizational strategy and financial priorities into effective systems, processes, and work plans; leads and supports finance staff; and collaborates closely with agency leadership, program teams, and external partners to promote fiscal stewardship and support mission-driven outcomes.*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. *This is an in-person position. For the first six months, new F&A staff are required to be in office at the HQ site (1415 S. Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115) five days a week. After this initial onboarding period, F&A staff are permitted to work from home up to two days per week.Position StatusFull-TimeLocationThe Road Home Headquarters 1415 S. Main St, Salt Lake City UT 84115Reports ToChief Financial Officer (CFO)Shift/ScheduleMonday-Friday, 40hrs. In-Person work onlyPay Grade & RangeGrade 18Starting $114,635 - $143,294 per year, DOEFLSA StatusExemptEEO ClassExecutive/Senior Level Officials and ManagersEssential Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance & Accounting department, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management across the agency.Serve as the functional lead for F&A, translating organizational strategy and CFO direction into clear processes, work plans, and deliverables.Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete, accurate, and well documented.Review and approve financial statements, analyses, and supporting documentation prepared by the Controller to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with GAAP.Lead the preparation and distribution of internal financial reports, including budget-to-actuals, variance analyses, and forecasts, for agency leadership and program teams.Oversee the preparation and submission of external financial reports required by funders, grantors, and contracting partners.Support the CFO in annual budgeting and forecasting by coordinating departmental inputs, reviewing assumptions, and consolidating program and grant budgets.Oversee cash flow monitoring and management in collaboration with the Controller, including review of cash forecasts and oversight of routine transactions.Ensure proper recognition, tracking, and reporting of restricted funds, grants, and contracts in accordance with funder requirements and internal policies.Lead coordination of the annual audit and related finance workstreams, serving as the primary internal point of contact for auditors and internal stakeholders.Oversee finance-related tax and regulatory filings, including IRS Form 990 and other required reports, in coordination with external advisors as needed.Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as agency financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.Identify opportunities to strengthen financial systems, processes, and reporting tools, and support the implementation of improvements that enhance efficiency, transparency, and internal controls.Attend mandatory agency trainings, including Trauma-Informed Care, Housing Focused, De-escalation, Suicide Prevention, CPR, and more.Participate in emergency drills and environmental safety activities, as required.Follow all agency protocols for security, safety, and sanitation to maintain a clean and secure environment for guests and staff.Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of this position.*Other duties as assigned.*Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable all individuals to perform these essential functions, so please still apply. Supervisor Duties and ResponsibilitiesModel trauma-informed leadership in all interactions with staff and guests.Provide clear, constructive feedback to staff regularly, fostering growth and accountability.Hire, train, mentor, and support team members through hands-on guidance and resource sharing.Delegate tasks effectively while ensuring equitable distribution of workload.Resolve conflicts promptly and professionally, using de-escalation techniques and leading difficult conversations with kindness and directness.Uphold agency policies consistently and lead by example.Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with employees to exchange feedback, actively listen, and address professional development needs.Develop and implement performance improvement plans and other corrective actions when needed, with measurable goals, equipping staff with the tools and guidance to achieve success.Collaborate cross-departmentally to align team goals with organizational mission.Monitor and ensure completion of all mandatory training, while maintaining accurate participation records.Track and report on team performance metrics (attendance, outcomes, etc.),