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Director of Finance and Operations

Organization Background

Advocates for Better Health (ABH) is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a healthy, equitable, and thriving state by leading public health initiatives informed by community and healthcare leaders. Our vision is to be the organization where individuals or communities can turn to for expertise and engagement and where they can pour their passion for doing good well beyond what they may be able to do within their everyday work. Visit abhmn.org to learn more.

Overview/Objective

ABH is seeking applicants for our full-time Finance and Operations Director position.

The Finance and Operation Director plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of ABH, our sister organization ABH | The Foundation, and partner organizations. In coordination with the executive director, this position supports ABH’s operational strategy, and leads our financial management and operations ensuring compliance, efficiency, and sustainability. The Finance and Operations Director is a key leader working alongside the two Boards of Directors, executive director, staff, and partners to make sound financial and operational decisions, analyze the organization’s effectiveness of its mission work, ensure the ABH team has the infrastructure needed to work, assist with strategic planning, and implement strategies to achieve long-term goals.

The Finance and Operations Director provides proactive leadership and is responsible for ensuring the organization’s independent financial and operations functions, as well as providing a solid foundation for future organizational growth.

For strongest consideration, apply by April 5; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The Finance and Operations Director manages administrative systems – including operational strategy, financial management, accounting, operations, information technology (IT), human resources (HR), and physical infrastructure – to support ABH’s mission.

Financial Management & Organizational Strategy

  • Work alongside the Executive Director and two Boards of Directors by providing proactive leadership and a solid foundation for future organizational growth.

  • Maintain accounting/fiscal management/internal control policies and procedures that align with nonprofit industry best practices.

  • In collaboration with Executive Director and program staff, create and manage organization’s annual budget.

  • Assist program staff in the creation of grant and program budgets.

  • Manage financial forecasts and cashflow projections.

  • Present financial reports to the Executive Director and two Board Treasurers. Presenting reports to the Boards, including attending evening meetings.

  • Lead the annual audit/compilation, tax return, and 990 filings in completion of annual tax return and compilation/audit with contracted accounting firm.

  • Act as main point of contact with the organization’s investment firm.

Revenue Generation

  • Manage the accounting and financial reporting for any and all fiscal sponsorships and technical assistance agreements, to the same level of accuracy and customer service provided for internal accounting tasks.

Accounting

  • Manage all other day to day accounting and finance needs for the organization, including accounts receivables, accounts payable, and monthly financial statements.

  • Create, and as needed submit, reports for multiple grants.

  • Create monthly and year-end financial reports for Executive Director and Boards of Directors.

  • Manage organization’s financial accounts (checking, savings, investment).

Human Resources

  • Payroll processing.

  • Establish and manage HR processes, including hiring practices, onboarding, performance evaluations, employee recordkeeping, and offboarding.

  • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

  • Act as a liaison between staff and contracted HR services.

  • Manage employee benefit administration, including 401k administration, health insurance, etc.

  • Other HR functions as needed (ex. updating employee handbook, etc.).

Operations

  • Manage a calendar of all annual operational milestones and deadlines.

  • Monitor and proactively manage all vendor and consultant contracts.

  • Manage all operational functions as needed to support the organization and its work, including IT services.

  • Assist in training, support, and ensuring compliance with best practices for technology use (ex. data integrity, file storage, etc.).

  • Evaluate procedures and provide ongoing recommendations for new practices, procedures, and systems.

  • Ensure proper documentation of all internal processes.

  • Monitor organizational expenses and provide recommendations to the Executive Director.

  • Manage all other routine operational processes.

Other

  • Provide support to the staff as needed, including support navigating new systems and processes.

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Skills

  • Minimum of four - six years of experience in financial management including accounting, audit management, business administration, creating and managing budgets, and demonstrated understanding of sound financial practices (including knowledge of GAAP and US accounting practices).

  • Previous experience in Proficiency in using Microsoft 365 (especially excel), QuickBooks Online, databases, bill.com, and other relevant or related software.

  • Strong attention to detail, commitment to consistency, and able to complete work with a high standard of accuracy.

  • Strong knowledge of and experience with information technology and operations.

  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a high degree of cultural competency with people of diverse backgrounds; professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively and professionally with colleagues and external stakeholders.

  • Ability to function as part of a team and work independently and be comfortable giving and getting feedback from others.

  • Excellent communication skills, including written and oral.

  • Have a valid driver’s license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and ability to pass a driving background check, and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance, or related field; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.

  • Experience or demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology platforms.

  • Knowledge of trends and needs in the nonprofit sector.

  • Self-starter with a high degree of organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail and accuracy and a proven ability to meet deadlines.

  • Demonstrated ability to efficiently organize, manage, track and complete multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Previous experience working with or participating on a nonprofit Board of directors and/or finance committee.

Additional Information:

  • Reports to: Executive Director

  • Classification: Regular, Full-Time (40 hours/week), Exempt

  • Compensation: $80,000 - $86,000 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and holidays.

  • Health Benefits: Option of two medical plans with partial employer cost sharing, two dental plans, and other voluntary benefits.

  • Financial Benefits: Employer paid life, accidental dismemberment and death, and long-term disability insurances, 401(k) retirement plan with a 2% match by employer, Section 125 flexible spending account (FSA), and professional development opportunities.

  • Hours: ABH staff generally work from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Some schedule flexibility will be required to accommodate monthly evening Board and Committee meetings, and occasional ABH events (evenings and/or Saturdays).

  • Location: All ABH staff members are required to reside in Minnesota and be able to attend regular meetings in the Twin Cities area. ABH staff work from home, with a work-from-home stipend.

How to Apply

Email cover letter, resume, contact information for three references to btimm@abhmn.org. In the cover letter, please highlight your work experience with Organization Strategy, Financial Management, Accounting, HR, and Operations. No phone calls please. For strongest consideration, apply by April 5; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

EEO/AA Statement
ABH is an equal opportunity employer. ABH will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, disability, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, affectional preference or sexual orientation, citizenship, age, veteran status, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.