Director of Finance

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Alpine Learning Group, New Jersey's preeminent autism center, seeks its next Director of Finance to join our leadership team. Our new team leader will join a compassionate administrative team and thrive within a professional, supportive, fast-paced environment where passion meets purpose!

Position Summary

This is an onsite position that leads the fiscal functions of the Agency in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other regulatory and advisory organizations in accordance with financial management techniques and practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Planning, developing, organizing, implementing, directing, and evaluating the Agency’s fiscal function and performance
• Participating in the development of the Agency’s plans and programs as a strategic partner
• Evaluating and advising on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies, and regulatory actions
• Developing credibility for the finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, and financial trends in order to assist the CEO/Executive Director, the Board, and the Senior Leadership Team in performing their responsibilities
• Enhancing and/or developing, implementing, and enforcing policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and Agency’s effectiveness
• Acts as the financial steward to the Alpine Learning Group Board, including the management of Board and Committee meetings and preparation and dissemination of financial reports and budgets
• Maintains optimal fiscal organizational structure by reviewing the function of each Agency entity annually
• Establishing credibility throughout the Agency and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges
• Providing technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline
• Improving the budgeting process through education of applicable managers on financial issues impacting their budgets
• Providing strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the Agency
• Optimizing the handling of bank, deposit, and debt and/or loan relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position
• Developing a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism which includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs
• Advising from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Agency may enter
• Evaluating the departmental structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth with emphasis on individual opportunities where possible
• Performing other work-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Master’s degree (MA) required
• Leader with 10-15 years in financial executive roles with appropriate industry experience required
• Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual with high ethical standards
• Financial Management: Demonstrate proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to ensure the financial stability and growth of the Agency
• Strategic Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning initiatives
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and reporting requirements specific to non-profit organizations
• Resource Allocation: Optimize the allocation of financial resources to maximize the impact of programs and services while maintaining fiscal responsibility
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks through effective risk assessment, internal controls, and financial contingency planning
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders including donors, grantors, and financial institutions to secure funding and support the Agency’s mission
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Ethics and Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards in financial management and decision-making, ensuring transparency and integrity in all financial transactions.
• Technology Proficiency: Utilize financial management software and tools effectively to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicate financial information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders, collaborating with other departments to align financial goals with organizational objectives

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. This is an onsite position. Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Alpine Learning Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes. We actively encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disability status, to apply for positions within our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates and creating a welcoming atmosphere where every employee feels valued and respected.