Finance Manager

Finance Manager Location: Oakland, CA Under the general direction of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager (a.k.a. Finance – Team Operations Leader) directs the activity of Finance and performs complex tasks within Finance. The incumbent has first‑line supervision over a wide variety of support functions and day‑to‑day operational oversight. General Supervision Duties Supervises office support in their assigned area Assigns and monitors work within assigned areas Handles more complex tasks within assigned area Identifies and makes recommendations to improve operational efficiencies, protocols and performance Adjusts assignments when needed in response to unexpected staff absences, disruptions or work priorities Reviews and monitors each staff person’s work (e.g., reviewing each office staff’s work on a computer or observing how a staff worker deals with members and other staff) Assesses strengths and weaknesses of office staff and evaluates each worker’s performance Identifies inadequate or poor work performance and utilizes counseling, training and, when necessary, progressive discipline for improvement Meets regularly with staff to discuss their progress with projects and business improvement Interviews and evaluates prospective office staff employees Provides orientation to acquaint new employees with the Union’s organization and its operational routines Trains new employees in organization and office procedures Implements and maintains performance and work activity reports for use in planning or designing new policies or workflows Resolves interpersonal conflicts among office staff Ensures compliance of Staff Union contract provisions pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility Identifies and makes recommendations to the appropriate operations director to improve operational efficiencies, protocols and performance Researches projects and communicates progress reports and potential problems to the Finance director General Accounting and Compliance Duties Develops and maintains organization’s accounting policies and protocols ensuring GAAP and DOL compliance Maintains accuracy of organization’s General Ledger through the implementation and oversight of the monthly close process, including account analysis and monthly account reconciliation Prepares monthly schedules, financial reporting and ad‑hoc financial analysis and/or reporting for various stakeholders Develops budget forecasting and related reports in collaboration with Director Assures that 1021 and legacy locals are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws Works with consultants in the completion and filing of required documents including federal, state, county and local levels Coordinates the work of accounting staff and others in the preparation for and execution of the annual financial audit and Hudson audit; leads the successful annual financial audit process through plan development and execution Monitors legacy accounting and the closure of legacy accounts Payroll Duties Member Lost Time Leave Balance Tracking Medical & Disability Leave Audits Accounts Payable Duties Prioritizes and distributes invoices for payment Reviews, corrects and approves accounting codes and classifications of payment, including general ledger accounts, LM‑2 codes, payee, amount, etc. Provides direct supervision, training and direction of accounting staff Interacts with a wide variety of vendors to maintain positive business relationships Interacts with members and staff to process payments Assures accounting practices of Local 1021 are operating under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Monitors VISA accounts and facilitates regular and special payments Assists Director with banking relationships and operations Works with accounting software vendor to assure efficient operation of the accounting system Establishes procedures for accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions Staff and Officer Expense Reimbursement Processing & Monitoring Knowledge of Principles and practices of human resource administration Health and welfare benefits administration Applicable state and federal laws and regulations Basic labor relation principles and practices in a collective bargaining environment Applications such as Word, Excel, ADP Workforce Now, Unionware or other database, Great Plains Supervisory principles and practices including performance evaluation and assessment Skills in Analyzing technical information, evaluating alternatives and making independent judgments within established guidelines Interpreting and applying laws, regulations and policies Preparing clear, concise and effective written reports, correspondence and other materials Training others in work procedures Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college; for Finance Team Lead, concentration or coursework in accounting required Four years’ experience in a specific program area Prior supervisory experience is desirable but not required High‑level ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to work well with others Proficiency with Windows, Word, Excel and ability to become proficient at other required computer programs Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record and insurance required by the local Pay and Benefits The current salary range is $123,103.63 – $141,569.17 per year based on qualifications and experience. SEIU Local 1021 offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr