Director of Finance

Director Of FinanceThe Director of Finance (DOF) is responsible for providing executive level leadership in the financial matters of Urban Peak, a $12MM 501 (c) (3) organization. In collaboration with the Finance Committee and Board of Directors, the DOF serves as a thought partner to the CEO in developing and implementing financial strategies across the organization to ensure program success and long-term fiscal sustainability. The DOF serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, a collaboration of program and administrative Directors who establish priorities to achieve strategic objectives and oversees finance staff who handle all financial activities for the organization.Who You Are:A Master of Business Administration (MBA) in finance, OR a master's in accounting degree or related field and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in a financial leadership position including financial analysis, staff supervision, strategic planning, roll-up budgeting, audits and high-level problem solving.Experience presenting financial information to Board of Directors and/or Finance Committee.Executive level financial management experience as well as hands-on accounting experience.Experience with not for profit and fund accounting, government reporting, and audits; single audit experience preferred.Capital project financial management experience preferred.Accounting software experience using fund accounting; Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred.Have a commitment to the mission of Urban Peak and a desire to understand trauma informed care and positive youth development.Lived experience reflective of the youth we serve encouraged but not requiredMust be computer proficient and possess experience of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)Understanding of the provision of and commitment to trauma-informed care and positive youth developmentTeam-oriented and able to coordinate with various departments and staff.Must be insurable as a driver on Urban Peak's auto liability policy in order to conduct business on behalf of the agency or transport youth using an Urban Peak vehicle and/or an approved personal vehicleAbility to pass both federal and state background checks.Ability to pass pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) screening and a pre-employment physical examination.Provide proof of education (HS Diploma OR Official Transcripts)What You Will Do:Financial Management & PlanningEnsure the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of all Urban Peak financial transactions.Produce accurate, timely, and valuable internal and external financial reports.Review monthly close information and assist finance team with close as needed.Create monthly (or more frequent) financial statements and perform variance analysis to budget.Analyze operating performance and manage to an operating break-even exclusive of "below the line" items such as gains/losses on asset sales, investment returns, etc.Manage capital asset accounting; ensure fixed assets are properly recorded, depreciated, and retired.Monitor and report on investment performance including adherence to Investment Policies established by the Board of Directors.Oversee organizational cash flow and movement of funds to meet operational needs and capital plans.Review and approve payroll ensuring a viable audit trail is maintained for payroll changes.Review and approve reconciliations for all bank and investment accounts.Stay up to date on nonprofit best practices, local/state/federal law and regulations regarding nonprofit financial and administrative operations.Identify financial risks and opportunities; provide recommendations to the CEO and Board as requested.Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies which meet or exceed industry standards.Budget Development & OversightManage the annual budget process ensuring resources are spent in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with Urban Peak's mission and strategic priorities.Prepare and distribute financial packets to Directors with budgetary responsibilities.Provide technical assistance and training in reading financial information and creating a budget.Review department/program budgets and supporting information.Create the agency's government revenue and capital expenditure budgets, organizational staffing plan, and employee benefit offerings.Create a comprehensive roll-up agency budget.Work with the CEO to establish budget priorities and reduce expenses if needed.Prepare and present a balanced agency-wide budget to the Finance Committee outlining major assumptions.Prepare and distribute quarterly budget tracking information to Directors highlighting any areas of concern.Work with Directors to reduce expenses as needed to maintain in alignment with budgets.Organizational Funding, Compliance & Risk ManagementIdentify funding needs of the organization and communicate these to the CEO and Development Team.Develop detailed budgets for government and restricted philanthropic grant requests.Oversee grant billings and reporting to ensure compliance with all pre and post award requirements.Prepare and submit financial reports as required by funders.Participate in funding program audits as needed.Responsible for accurate grant spend projections and the timely submission of budget amendments.Senior financial liaison with government funders and large restricted foundations.Manage risk via appropriate insurance coverage for all organizational activities and properties.What We Offer:Salary Range : $ 120,000 to $170,000 / annualShift Schedule : Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM100% Employer paid Medical and Dental plans - Buy-up plans availableVision PlanFlexible Spending Plan – Health & Dependent CareAccident Coverage | Critical Care & Hospitalization Ancillary PlanEmployer paid Basic Life and AD&DEmployee Voluntary Life InsuranceEmployer paid Short-Term and Long-Term DisabilityColorado Paid Famli Leave Private Plan – Employee / Employer Split @ 50%403(b) Retirement Plan with 2% Agency MatchEmployer paid RTD Eco Pass10 Paid Holidays48 hours Paid Sick Time120 hours of Vacation to start on an accrual basisRobust Employee Assistance ProgramSecond Language pay differential upon successfully passing language examStaff support for lateral growth through training and mentorship