Director of Finance

Paramus

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

Position Summary

The Director of Finance 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

Benefits & Perks

Our staff is our greatest asset! Alpine offers a competitive total compensation package that reaches well beyond your paycheck, promoting your health and wellness, as well as industry-leading opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits highlights for F/T staff are listed below.

Generous Paid Time Off and 10 paid agency holidays annually

Highly affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as pet insurance discount program

401K Profit Sharing plan

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Annual Educational Assistance - $2000 Student Loan Forgiveness or $3000 Tuition Reimbursement annually

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.

Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed above are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

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.

Anticipated start date for this position is 7/1/24.