Finance Director

Based in San Jose, CA

SEIU Local 521 was founded in 2007 when 5 local unions came together in the Bay Area, Central Coast and Central Valley to form one larger, more powerful union. Together our members are building a true 21st century union fighting to empower and improve the lives of our members. We represent over 50,000 public service workers in cities, counties, courts, schools, private non-profits, special districts, and public health care.

Finance Director

Based in San Jose, CA

At SEIU LOCAL 521: Our mission is to provide our members with a voice in the workplace, in their union and in the larger community. Through our actions, we intend to create a more just and humane society. We are committed to protecting and improving the lives of workers and their families. We will work to improve and protect the services we provide to our communities. We believe that by working together as a united front, we can win better contracts and build industry power in our region.

Overview

The Finance Director is a senior management position responsible for overseeing finance, accounting, and the dues/membership system of the union. This role supervises a staff of 8 and works with other departments to ensure the union's financial practices and member data reflect SEIU Local 521’s mission and goals, and comply with local, state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial operations of the union, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, budgeting, and reporting and member management.
• In consultation with the senior leadership team, develop, manage and report on the union’s annual budget.
• Ensure that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and union policies.
• Coordinate and refine member data processing systems and procedures.
• Produce accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, budget documents, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, for union leadership and members.
• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures for the union, and ensure they are followed by staff and members.
• Provide financial guidance to the union's leadership team, including the President, Treasurer, and Executive Board.
• Manage the union's investments, including monitoring investment performance and ensuring compliance with investment policies.
• Oversee the union's audit process, including managing the relationship with the independent auditor, providing documentation, and ensuring that audit findings are addressed.
• Collaborate across multiple departments throughout the organization and complete cross-functional projects.
• Hire, train, and effectively manage staff.
• Work with external vendors and service providers, such as banks, insurance providers, and accounting firms, to ensure that the union's financial needs are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. Experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.
• 8-10+ years of experience in financial management, budgeting and forecasting, preferably in a union or non-profit organization.
• A demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of SEIU.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and experience with financial software and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve financial issues as well as develop creative solutions.
• Experience building and leading teams and developing staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Must live within commuting distance to the San Jose office.

Preferences

• Experience in overseeing payroll and in ERP implementations
• Experience in a membership-based organization.

Working Conditions

At times, hours can be long and irregular; occasional travel some with overnight stays. Increased onsite presence required during training, eventually transitioning to onsite as needed.

Compensation And Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience within a range of $148,860.33 - $164,088.23 annually which includes a housing stipend.

SEIU Local 521 employees enjoy top notch benefits including:

• fully employer-paid family health, dental and vision insurance
• a generous leave package
• fully employer-paid defined benefit pension plan
• 401(K) with a 4% employer match
• flexible savings accounts for annual health and childcare expenses
• $200,000 life insurance plan
• and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU 521.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Local 521 is an affirmative action employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Local 521 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.