Director of Finance-Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge is an ecumenical, nonprofit housing ministry that builds and renovates houses in partnership with the Greater Baton Rouge community. Through helping hands and giving hearts, we are on a mission to eliminate poverty housing. With the help of our community, we strive to open doors to new possibilities for families in need, starting with the front door to a new or renovated home.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Finance is responsible for the oversight and performance of all financial and accounting functions including establishing and assuring internal controls; supervising the maintenance and safekeeping of accounting systems and data; preparing budgets, financial statements, and tax & audit activities of the organization, including those of the Habitat ReStore of Baton Rouge, LLC; cost accounting; mortgage valuation and reconciliation.

Ensures timely financial and statistical reports for management use. This is the top finance and accounting position for the organization.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures appropriate Internal Controls are developed and maintained.
• Works with the Chief Executive Officer and Construction Director to ensure that documentation for costs is properly obtained, maintained, and safeguarded.
• The Director of Finance reviews bank reconciliations, sales tax returns, credit card statements and vendor payments.
• Oversees cost accounting for house builds, critical home repairs and events.
• Presents monthly financial statements to the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer.
• Prepares annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and act as the primary contact for the annual audit performed by independent external auditors.
• Ensures the organization remains in compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Acts as liaison with the Property Manager of eight business suites connected to ReStore North.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Licensed CPA or B.S. in Accounting and equivalent / related work experience
• Four years’ experience in accounting. Non-profit or government experience preferable
• Proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

Organizational Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational skills including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Team builder with effective leadership skills
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, organized

HFHGBR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Baton Rouge, LA 70806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person