DEPUTY DIRECTOR of FINANCIAL CONTROL(Permanent)
Our client, a civic organization in WNY, is looking to hire a Deputy Director of Financial Control to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Assistant Controller, and/or Senior Accountant who is a self-starter, has a keen eye for detail, and wants to expand their leadership responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily financial operations/controls to ensure the overall financial stability of the organization
- Support budget preparation, forecasting, and projection responsibilities by conducting in-depth financial analysis
- Maintain and manage funds, budgetary controls, chart of accounts, etc.
- Play a key role in financial audits by preparing schedules and providing necessary financial statements and supporting documentation
- Oversee reconciliations of financial accounts, applications, and systems
- Oversee budget reporting, cash management, and cost control activities
- Analyze current processes, procedures, policies, and financial systems to identify gaps and implement improvements
- Act as the representative for the finance department when collaborating with other leadership team members to make key financial decisions for the organization
- Manage and mentor finance and accounting staff members-provide training and guidance when necessary
- Ensure financial transactions, reports, and documents maintain compliance at all times
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of government accounting standards and emerging regulations
- Complete special projects in a timely manner
- Work well in a team environment as well as independently
- Other duties as assigned/as necessary
Details:
- Position is full-time, direct hire
- 100% in-office; standard 40-hour work week
- Must live in the City of Buffalo or move to the city within 6 months of start date
- $70,000 - $85,000 annually depending on experience
- Excellent benefits, PTO, retirement benefits
- Bachelorâs degree in Accounting + 2 years Accounting experience; Associateâs degree in Accounting + 4 years Accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP; governmental accounting is a plus
- Proficient computer skills, specifically Excel & various financial software
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent analysis and interpretation skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Relocation not available
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
- All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters