Finance Director

Boston, Massachusetts, United States The Pioneers

The Pioneers is looking for a finance director with excellent organizational and analytical skills. The director is expected to be detail‑oriented, knowledgeable on statistics, have strong problem‑solving skills, and an investigative nature.

Budgeting and Analysis

• Manage annual preparation of a mission-driven budget, working in close collaboration with the Executive Team and outsourced accounting team.
• Conduct financial analyses to allow the Executive Team and program leaders to make data-informed decisions.
• Manage cash and ensure funds are adequate to meet operational needs.
• Lead annual audit preparation in collaboration with auditors
• Ensure completion of Form 990, Massachusetts Form PC and 1099 submissions.
• Lead preparation of monthly invoices and financial reports for a wide range of Funds,Grants and Donations.
• Support execution of grants and contract documents, ensuring appropriate systems are in place for billing and financial reporting.
• Ensure cash receipts are coded and properly reflected in the general ledger
• Process accounts payable via BILL and manual checks, record all business transactions in QuickBooks.
• Reconcile credit cards on a monthly basis with support of Operations Manager.
• Collaborate with outsourced accounting to manage monthly close and produce financial statements.
• Along with the Executive Director, staff the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; schedule meetings and support the preparation of reports and agendas.
• Provide training and technical assistance for staff to support the development of financial literacy and management and skills within the team.
• Maintain up-to-date industry knowledge via regular research, training, and consultation.
• Collaborate with Operations and Information Technology department to renew or improve system applications.
• Other duties maybe assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience.
• Strong financial analysis skills, ability to make sense of complex financial data and translate it for a wide range of audiences.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Products, Expense Management Software,QuickBooks Online, ability to assess, learn, and lead the implementation of new digital systems.