Colorado Nonprofit Association

Director of Finance

Position: Controller

Reports to: CEO

Location: Denver – hybrid (combination of in-office and work from home); must be local to Denver area

Type: Full-time, exempt

Pay: $85,000 to $110,000 annually + generous benefits including 401k matching, 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, paid vacation, holiday pay, and two months paid parental leave

Timeline: Position open until filled

Colorado Village Collaborative exists to bridge the gap between the streets and stable housing. We create, operate, and advocate for transformational housing communities in partnership with people experiencing homelessness. We currently operate 5 sites that are a mix of Micro-Communities and Safe Outdoor Spaces.

Colorado Village Collaborative is hiring a Controller to advance our mission, vision and strategic priorities. The Controller is responsible for developing and leading all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, and assessing accounting and internal control systems. The Controller will work closely with the CEO and will lead the finance team in advancing the organization’s near and long-term goals. Primary roles and responsibilities for this position are outlined below. This position supervises one direct report (subject to change based on organizational growth).

Requirements

Priority Work Experience Requirement:

• Work history with Federal, State and/or City contracting and invoicing
• Experience working with and managing Bill.com platform
• Five plus years with Quick Books Online
• Experience reporting and tracking government contracts and large grants

Reporting and Accounting

• Produce monthly financial reports to the finance committee and leadership team
• Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
• Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
• Support production of annual report
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company
• Manage the production of monthly monitoring of annual budget, calculate variances and report significant changes to the CEO
• Analysis and management of organizational costs
• Provide financial analyses as needed, in particular for capital investments, pricing and salary decisions, and contract negotiations

Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditor to achieve compliance and creation of 990s
• Support the annual audit process
• Comply with mandated reporting requirements and tax filings
• Support HR compliance with benefits, retirement, payroll and other HR financial needs

Management

• Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Manage outsourced accounting functions or bookkeeping staff
• Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed
• Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Participate in at the leadership team level for supporting organizational operation

Transactions

• Maintain system of controls over accounting transactions
• Ensure accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
• Foundational Grant management in partnership with Development Director
• Oversee production of government invoicing
• Maintain asset registers
• Conduct banking transactions such as check deposits, cashier check requests, etc.

Other Responsibilities

• Secretary of State filings – both corporate and nonprofit
• Works directly with Development Director for grant-related reporting requirements
• Procure W9s and process 1099 reporting
• Ensure Tax Exempt Status with vendors
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications and Skills Needed:

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business-related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
• Nonprofit Experience preferred
• Deep understanding of Accounts Payable (AP)/Accounts Receivable (AR)
• GAAP Accounting experience with accrual methods
• Proven knowledge of QuickBooks
• Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
• Ability to work professionally and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and skills in a team environment
• A willingness to engage in continuous learning about anti-oppression and social justice issues
• Passion for advancing solutions to homelessness

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but priority consideration will be given to those received by November 15th, 2024.

CVC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants who have disabilities which hinder their ability to complete the application process.