Finance Director

Organization Overview: 

The Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA) is the leading national organization dedicated to improving the lives of those living with Lewy body dementia (LBD), their families, and care partners. LBD is the second most common form of neurodegenerative dementia and affects approximately 1.4 million people in the United States alone.

A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Lilburn, Georgia, LBDA’s mission is to optimize the quality of life for those affected by LBD by accelerating awareness, advancing research for early diagnosis and improved care, and providing comprehensive education and compassionate support. LBDA currently has 22 mostly remote staff.

Opportunity:

The LBDA Finance Director plays a pivotal role in overseeing the organization’s financial operations, ensuring both its financial stability and strategic growth. The Director will be an individual contributor, responsible for the implementation of financial policies, management of the budgeting and forecasting processes, compliance, and ensuring transparent financial reporting to key stakeholders. This position will work closely with the CEO, Operations Manager, and administrative staff to support organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing QuickBooks, prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including but not limited to statement of activities, balance sheets, and project statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely general ledger entries, perform bank and credit card reconciliations; manage accounts payable and receivable. Provide bank and investment account reports monthly and as requested.
• Track and report funds received through grants, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and accurate allocation of expenses to funded programs.
• Assist in preparation of audit-ready financial documents for both external and internal audits, offering support during grant audits and compliance reviews, and resolving audit queries.
• Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect financial data and ensure confidentiality and privacy of sensitive information, in compliance with data protection laws.
• Regularly review processes for efficiency, implement improvements to enhance speed and accuracy, staying updated on industry best practices and 501(c)3 compliance.
• Prepare and file 1099 forms electronically with the IRS, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Prepare, file, and maintain state-based workers’ compensation and unemployment compensation payments.
• Maintain internal financial oversight.
• Monitor internal workflows and communicate internal process gaps to CEO and Operations Manager.
• Participate in weekly meetings with CEO and Operations Manager to review accounting operations and process alignment.
• Utilize and improve systems for communication and support to LBDA division leaders and managers.

Accounts Payable Documentation & Payment Processing

• Verify documentation submitted for payment.
• Manage LBDA’s Expense Management System.
• Process approved payments.
• Maintain accounts payable documentation.
• Manage the annual 1099 process, including W-9 collection and filing.

Audit Support

• Prepare the accounting files related to our work.
• Pull and prepare items requested in the auditor’s PBC list.
• Prepare the necessary accounting documentation and manage communication and coordination with the audit team.
• Meet with the auditor as necessary and upload requested documents, respond to questions.

Staff Collaboration

• Collaborate with HR and Administrative staff on tasks, including AP/AR, payroll, employee benefits, and other procedures as needed.
• Provide training and information for CEO and staff on software usage and best practices; ensure seamless data flow across departments.
• Create guidelines and procedures as needed; work with CEO to create policies as needed.

Board Committees

• Attend LBDA Audit Committee meetings and provide updates to the committee as needed.
• Attend monthly Finance Committee meetings, responding to requests for information and other queries from committee members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive financial leadership experience in nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with QuickBooks and donor management systems.
• Proven ability to think strategically, assess risks and opportunities, and make informed decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and accessible way.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the Foundation’s mission and values.

Pay: $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• financial leadership experience in nonprofit accounting: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote