Finance Manager

The Darien Nature Center, a vibrant community gem, is searching for its next Finance Manager. This part-time position is an integral part of the organization and supports our mission to inspire passion and respect for the natural world through nature education, hands-on experiences in nature, and environmental action and stewardship. The Nature Center offers educational programs, houses a diverse collection of live animals, and hosts events that engage and inform the public.

Reports directly to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities:

General Accounting

• Ensure Accounts Receivable is collected promptly.
• Ensure Accounts Payable are paid in a timely fashion.
• Process payroll for all employees.
• Prepare regular bank reconciliations for all bank and investment accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (balance sheet/income statement) for the Finance Committee.
• Maintain an orderly accounting system and chart of accounts.
• Maintain and manage the constituent database with the Communications Director.
• Manage vendors and perform cash flow analysis.

Budget

• Work with the Executive Director (ED) to develop the operating budget. Oversee the preparation of the budget for Board of Directors approval.
• With the ED, develop measurement reports to assess program success, better understand margins, and track growth and expenses.
• Calculate variances from the budget on a monthly basis.

Program Registration

• Work with the Program Director to set and confirm pricing structure.
• Reconcile and record financial transactions associated with registration to Quickbooks and constituent database.

Compliance and Annual Filings

• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit
  • Preparation of various reports for use in the audit and tax return
  • Review nonprofit tax return Form 990
• Comply with local, state, federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
  • File Form 1099 Misc with the IRS and required vendors.

Other Duties

• Assist the ED with personnel onboarding and management of training and licensing requirements
• Attend Finance Committee meetings and 1-3 Board meetings a year.
• Provide support for fundraising and community events as needed.
• As special projects arise that require financial review, or have financial implications, take part in the management and execution of tasks as determined by you and the ED.

General

• Work collaboratively with administrative staff, teachers and volunteers to promote open communication, shared problem-solving and team efforts.
• Serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Nature Center.
• Attend board meetings as needed.
• Attend and staff DNC fundraising and community events; provide support in advance of events
• General office duties as they arise.