Lupus Research Alliance- Director of Finance
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 120000 - 130000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Background
The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is the worlds leading non-governmental non-profit funder of lupus research. Over the past 20 years the LRA has invested over $284 million in lupus research in more than 660 research and clinical studies. More recently the LRA established an affiliate organization Lupus Therapeutics (LT) which is responsible for the coordination conduct and management of a North American-based clinical trial consortium the Lupus Clinical Investigators Network (LuCIN).
Position Overview
The Lupus Research Alliance is seeking a detail-oriented hands-on Director of Finance with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification to join our team. As a Director you will play a critical role in our financial operations ensuring compliance with accounting principles/regulations strengthening the internal control environment supporting and maintaining financial systems and administration and assisting with financial reporting analysis and other real-time financial information to support the organizations mission and goals reporting into and working closely with the CFO. This role will have two direct reports: Assistant Director of Finance and Senior Manager Financial Planning and Analysis.
Responsibilities
The Lupus Research Alliance Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equal opportunity for all regardless of race ethnicity color ancestry national origin citizenship religion sex sexual orientation gender identity/orientation/preference class or socioeconomic status marital status age ability or Veteran status.
The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is the worlds leading non-governmental non-profit funder of lupus research. Over the past 20 years the LRA has invested over $284 million in lupus research in more than 660 research and clinical studies. More recently the LRA established an affiliate organization Lupus Therapeutics (LT) which is responsible for the coordination conduct and management of a North American-based clinical trial consortium the Lupus Clinical Investigators Network (LuCIN).
Position Overview
The Lupus Research Alliance is seeking a detail-oriented hands-on Director of Finance with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification to join our team. As a Director you will play a critical role in our financial operations ensuring compliance with accounting principles/regulations strengthening the internal control environment supporting and maintaining financial systems and administration and assisting with financial reporting analysis and other real-time financial information to support the organizations mission and goals reporting into and working closely with the CFO. This role will have two direct reports: Assistant Director of Finance and Senior Manager Financial Planning and Analysis.
Responsibilities
- Financial Management:
- Review the organizations general ledger daily ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
- Review and reconcile bank statements general ledger accounts and other financial records monthly.
- Prepare event related invoices and reconcile all events to agree between accounting and advancement records.
- Ensure the ongoing monitoring of accounts receivable and follow up with advancement team for outstanding payments.
- Partner with Development Operations Team on gift processing and reconciliations with SalesForce the donor database and Classy our online fundraising platform.
- Responsible for payroll functions including management of the 403B retirement plan per payroll adjustments and PT staff hours entry.
- Work with CFO and FP&A Manager on the preparation and analysis of financial statements including income statements and balance sheets.
- Assist with the investment portfolio including; entering monthly investment transactions for CFOs review and attending quarterly Investment Committee meetings.
- Monitor LRA Finance information on Intranet and update as needed.
- Financial Planning and Budget:
- Collaborate with the CFO Executive team program staff andFP&A Manager with the development of the organizations annual budget.
- Provide oversight guidance and support to the FP&A Manager in the annual budgeting process including liaising with department managers.
- Work with budget managers on recommendations for staff salary allocations and record payroll each pay period accordingly.
- Assist the CFO with monthly Cash Flow projections.
- Develop proactive solutions and bring new ideas to improve organizational performance and governance.
- Compliance and Reporting:
- Support CFO in leading Finance Team to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) relevant accounting standards and regulations specific to non-profit organizations.
- Lead financial audit preparation and field work.
- Responsible for state charitable registrations and other regulatory filings to keep nonprofit status for LRA.
- Support CFO in the preparation of schedules and reports for the annual Form 990 preparation.
- Prepare and submit various financial reports and other documentation to regulatory authorities donors and funding agencies.
- Work with programs and advancement staff to prepare funder-required financial reports and related invoices.
- Review 1099s with Accounts Payable team and process timely.
- Maintain accurate records of grants and restricted funds ensuring proper allocation and utilization with tracking for audit purposes.
- Work with the advancement team and programs to prepare financial grant reports that include information on actual expenditures.
- Team Collaboration:
- Serve as the deputy to CFO leadingfinance team to ensure all routine activitiesincluding data entry preparing invoices & deposits etc. are carried out as required
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial expertise and guidance.
- With CFO lead the development and implementation of organizational financial policies procedures and internal controls.
- Support the growth and development of the team including setting goals and performance expectations monitoring feedback and annual performance reviews for direct reports.
- Perform other Duties/Responsibilities as Assigned.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field required
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials required.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in nonprofit accounting as a manager with direct reports.
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting regulations for non-profit organizations.
- Experience with financial systems such as QuickBooks (required) MakersHub and Salesforce.
- Advanced MS Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting; experience with automation tools a plus.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
The Lupus Research Alliance Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equal opportunity for all regardless of race ethnicity color ancestry national origin citizenship religion sex sexual orientation gender identity/orientation/preference class or socioeconomic status marital status age ability or Veteran status.
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