Colorado Nonprofit Association
Senior Accountant
WHO WE ARE
Engineers Without Borders USA exists to help build thriving communities around the world. We build a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs. We celebrate the joy that comes when communities get safe water flowing for the first time, light that now shines where it was dark, and bridges and pathways that connect to new opportunities. Our team is committed to community engineering to make a meaningful, lasting, and positive difference that elevates the leadership and autonomy of our partner communities. We are part of an equitable, global network of organizations that focus on community engineering to promote social justice.
We mobilize thousands of volunteers every year to respond to underserved and overburdened communities’ engineering needs. Our project teams work hand in hand with local leaders to design critical infrastructure that our partner communities see as crucial to their own path to prosperity.
JOIN OUR TEAM
The EWB-USA Senior Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting Office team in managing the overall accounting processes, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and assists with audits and the budgeting process. The Senior Accountant must be an organized self-starter with extreme attention to detail to ensure completeness and accuracy and who can effectively prioritize workloads to meet established timelines.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, maintain monthly account reconciliation schedules, and prepare appropriate journal entries. Research/resolve discrepancies.
- Review and perform monthly reconciliations of all bank and investment accounts.
- Coordinate with program team in monitoring governmental grants, ensuring proper accounting and preparing invoices.
- Conduct variance analysis, demonstrating strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Analyze financial information and prepare monthly financial reports.
- Assist with monitoring and analyzing departmental expenses compared to budgets.
- Ensure financial accounts comply with accounting standards.
- Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis and record payroll entries and accruals.
- Perform new state tax and unemployment setups and support compliance with other local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
- Assist in the coordination and timely completion of the annual audit, including compiling and verifying the accuracy and completeness of accounts and schedules for the audit and Form 990.
- Participate in the annual budgeting process.
- Assist with process improvements and process implementation. Assure internal control procedures are followed.
- Timely process and deposit of checks and collaborate with Gift Processor and Database Manger.
- Cross-train on accounts payable, cash disbursements, and cash receipts processes.
- Regularly and professionally engage with organization volunteers, chapter accounting, and other volunteer financial activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar educational experience
- 5+ years of successful experience in accounting, preferably nonprofit
- Highly proficient with accounting software, Sage Intacct experience is preferred
- Efficient with Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of auditing and accounting principles
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines
Desired Skills and Attributes
- Experience with MS Office, Google, Salesforce
- Familiarity with grant management and reporting
- Working knowledge of payroll processing
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment (with or without Accommodation)
- Sit or stand at the computer for extended periods.
- Participation in virtual meetings
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, rarely up to 50 lbs.
- Travel Requirements – none
Location
Job location is the Denver area with a flexible work environment where employees can choose to work from home or the office. On-site attendance will be required 1-2 times a week, or as needed.
EWB-USA’s Vision for DEI
In support of EWB-USA’s mission and vision, EWB-USA believes in the utmost importance of creating a safe space for all staff, volunteers, and partners to learn, grow, reflect, and feel free to be their authentic selves. We envision an EWB-USA that is a champion of DEI in the engineering industry and sets a positive example of true commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Engineers Without Borders USA is an equal-opportunity employer.
Finance Director
DENVER RESCUE MISSION – Job Announcement
Position Title: Finance Director
Reports to: CFO/VP of Finance and Administration
Job Classification: Full-time; Exempt
Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 annually
About us:
Denver Rescue Mission has been serving the most vulnerable in our community for over 130 years. Our history is rooted in a love of Christ and a commitment to share that love with others. At multiple locations throughout our community, we help restore the lives of people experiencing homelessness and addiction through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, and community outreach.
The Opportunity:
The Finance Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial operations of the Denver Rescue Mission, including Treasury Management, Payroll, and Donations. This role involves conducting financial analysis and reporting, preparing internal and external financial reports, and assisting the CFO with various financial and investment tasks. The Finance Director will also develop and implement financial policies and procedures, manage key relationships, and support business strategy and financial planning. This role involves leading accounting staff to ensure that team members have the training, resources and support needed to succeed.
Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
Oversight of Finance Operations including Treasury Management, Payroll, and Donations:
· Assist CFO in managing banking services and treasury management.
· Oversee donation processing and conduct financial analysis and reporting on Gifts in Kind, Estates, Campaign Pledges, and Donations.
· Oversee and administer payroll and benefits processing.
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
· Track and report on mission metrics, project finances, and acquisitions.
· Conduct monthly financial analysis, including budgets, investments, and cash position.
· Provide financial projections and performance analysis for projects and departments.
· Report on fundraising, capital campaigns, and grants.
· Assist CFO with bond compliance and reporting.
· Prepare all other financial supporting reports as needed.
Internal and External Reporting:
· Prepare packages for the Finance Committee meetings and take minutes during the meetings.
· Generate accurate and timely internal financial reports for the Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors.
· Coordinate annual Financial, A-133 Federal, and 401K Audits with external auditors and prepare appropriate financial statements.
· Coordinate preparation and filing of Form 5500 and 8955-SSA with the 401k Third-Party Administrator (TPA).
· Monitor and prepare local, county, and state annual and/or periodic reports and renewals, including charitable solicitation compliance.
Relationship and Department Management:
· Serve the team staff by hiring, developing, coaching, counseling, leading, and performance managing employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
· Assist CFO in investment tracking, compliance, and return on investment management.
· Manage employee benefit audits and technical consulting relationships.
· Assist CFO in maintaining key relationships such as 401K, Health, Workers Comp, Insurance, and others.
· Assist CFO in preparation of training materials for new Finance Committee and Board of Director members.
Policy and Procedures:
· Develop, maintain, and implement financial policies and procedures.
· Maintain and enhance the integrity of the internal control structure.
· Monitor financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure proper use and effectiveness.
Business Strategy and Financial Planning:
· Develop and implement annual operating and capital budgets.
· Assist CFO in developing, maintaining, and monitoring business integrity and contingency plans.
· Assist CFO in business planning and building financial models as necessary.
· Maintain accounting and financial software and recommend changes in technology as needed.
· Perform all other tasks assigned by the CFO.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
· Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a related field.
· CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification preferred.
· Experience with Dynamics GP preferred.
· Experience with donor management systems preferred.
· Excellent supervisory, project management, and time management skills.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
· Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
· Ability to work with all levels of the Mission and Board of Directors.
· Ability to travel to all DRM facilities and job-related meetings and events.
· Must be able to abide by the Employee Handbook and affirm the Statement of Faith.
Director of Accounting & Finance
Colorado Education Initiative (CEI) is seeking a Director of Accounting & Finance to advance our mission to champion, empower, and ignite Colorado leaders to deliver on the promise of public education to develop thriving young people and flourishing communities. This position will lend critical leadership for CEI’s finance, accounting, and human resource functions.
The Director of Accounting & Finance will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure quality control and continuous improvement by providing strategic leadership and oversight to all of CEI’s finance, accounting, and human resource functions. The ideal candidate for this role brings a wealth of experience managing the financial and human resource functions in a mid-sized nonprofit organization, can thrive both in detailed “in the weeds” work and in work requiring strategic oversight.
The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, human resource management, and federal grants compliance. The Director of Accounting & Finance will have significant experience obtaining clean audits, optimizing accounting systems and functions to produce accurate and timely reports, managing cash and investments, and leveraging accounting and financial functions towards achieving successful programmatic outcomes. In addition to the qualifications described throughout this description, the candidate is excited to join a team grounded in the CEI mindsets: Dream Big & Act with Purpose; Service & Partnership; and Listen Deeply & Improve with Intention.
About Colorado Education Initiative
CEI’s mission is to champion, empower, and ignite Colorado leaders to deliver on the promise of public education to develop thriving young people and flourishing communities. CEI is a nonprofit organization that works across the state as an implementation expert, strategic partner, and statewide convener. Over the past 15 years, we have partnered directly with educators and community members in over 150 urban, suburban, and rural school districts across Colorado, and we currently partner with 100 school districts. In addition to our field implementation work, we engage in important policy and innovation agendas in Colorado. Our success is driven by a passionate team of diverse individuals who truly enjoy working together.
We are committed to embedding equity-seeking practices into our organizational culture and talent systems and intentionally invest in our team’s professional development to advance this commitment. We believe this focus is essential given the historic and current experiences within the school systems we serve and the outcomes we strive to achieve for all students. We actively seek candidates for all roles who are eager to engage in and contribute to this work, and whose lived experiences can deepen and broaden our understanding of the education system.
Responsibilities
Finance and Accounting
Oversee CEI’s accounting system, ensuring reporting is timely, accurate, informative, and complaint with GAAP.
Design and maintain CEI’s internal controls.
Manage and support the daily operation of all accounting processes and general ledger maintenance, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, monthly journal entries, monthly closing, and cash flow.
Maintain CEI’s investment strategy in coordination with the COO.
Manage and support annual audit and preparation and filing of all tax forms.
Update and maintain all written accounting policies and procedures and oversee all incoming and outgoing CEI contracts.
In coordination with the COO and Assistant Director of Accounting & Finance, support organization and project level budget management systems, including long-term strategic financial planning.
Advise COO on financial data, trends, and risks to ensure strategic execution of financial planning and decision making.
Human Resources Management
Oversee semi-monthly payroll process.
Manage and support human resource functions to ensure benefits are properly recorded and integrated with payroll.
Manage and support annual benefit elections and changes.
Manage annual updates to employee handbook, and field staff questions and concerns related to human resources or internal policies.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Finance & Accounting to optimize systems and processes related to projecting, monitoring, and recording staff time against multiple grant funded and contracted projects.
Ensure continuous improvements to all human resource systems and processes.
Organizational Leadership and Culture
Actively contribute to development and strengthening of CEI’s culture.
Supervise the accounting staff.
Collaborate with the development, operations, and implementation teams to optimize processes and information flow across teams and priorities.
Qualifications
A successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience as a successful nonprofit or public system leader with at least seven years of experience leading accounting and human resource functions. The ideal candidate will have a CPA certification and/or MBA, along with a strong understanding of GAAP. They will have skill and experience in working with diverse groups of people and coaching across lines of difference with an assets-based stance. They know how to work across teams to build relationships, develop collaborative work products, and ultimately be responsible for outcomes. They will have skill and experience as a manager, take responsibility for their team’s professional development, seek growth opportunities for themselves and their team, and regularly reflect on how to improve. They will have a record of working relentlessly and with humility to serve partners and teams to whom they are accountable. They will be organized, detail-oriented, an outstanding verbal and written communicator, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Payroll Specialist
Join our Mission to Make a Difference!
Are you a dedicated and compassionate accounting professional ready to add value to an organization that transforms the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty? At the Denver Rescue Mission, we’re seeking a ‘PAYROLL SPECIALIST‘ to join our team and contribute to an organization that values saving lives – one at a time. We offer a culture that is welcoming and supportive, that is rooted in a love of Christ and a commitment to share that love with others.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for finance/accounting functions including processing and auditing biweekly payroll, reconciling payroll tax returns, creating data import files and writing reports, and providing assistance to employees’ questions regarding pay and withholdings.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Administer and perform the data entry necessary for the accurate and timely processing of hours and earnings of all employees resulting in biweekly and semi-monthly payroll checks. May require overtime, as needed.
- Assist the Finance Director and the HR Director in identifying payroll operations process improvements, including procedural documentation updates.
- Audit payroll records and run adjustments.
- Audit Quarterly Statements of Deposit and provide corrections.
- Audit, research and resolve cases assigned for payroll calculation/deduction-related issues in a timely manner.
- Calculate manual checks, involuntary terminations, missed hours, and special requests.
- Ensure that systems and processes correctly compute and record time, earnings, employee benefits, special deductions, mandated benefits, taxes, garnishments and other items that affect net pay and/or company liability.
- Generate management reports using the Paylocity Custom Reports tool.
- Calculate annual incentive and raise, including 401K tenure incentive contribution by using excel “what if” model.
- Generate total comp reports.
- Responsible for balancing payroll runs, producing federal, state and local tax payments, answering employee questions and researching issues.
- Responsible for voiding checks, stop pays, and direct deposit reversals.
- Validate and administer YTD vacation and sick time balances; calculate carryovers and year-end accrual.
- W-2 and 1095-C preparation and amendments, as needed.
- Provide Benefits Administration Assistance by: reconciling the 401(k), 457(b), FSA and HSA payroll deductions and arranging to send funds to carriers each payday.
- Responsible for annual worker’s compensation audit.
- Prepare census data for ERISA 5500 filing and annual 401K audit.
- Prepare a year-end payroll calendar.
- Prepare payroll budget for annual planning sessions.
- Review annual MHA application and adjust Paylocity setting accordingly.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and 3+ years of in-house payroll processing and administration experience. A combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Paylocity experience preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of payroll lifecycles, best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ability to coordinate and assign work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Demonstrated ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and consistently meet strict deadlines. May require overtime as needed.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, high standard of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent follow-up skills.
- Effective in problem solving, with the ability to resolve complex issues.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs. Strong Excel knowledge preferred.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with competing priorities and minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical and math skills, with the ability to identify trends and implement process improvements.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex details to all levels within the organization.
- Active Driver’s License as a limited amount of work-related travel to various DRM sites may be required. Must be able to pass Motor Vehicle Record check.
- Ability to abide by the Employee Handbook.
- Ability to affirm the Statement of Faith.
Controller
There With Care is seeking an experienced Controller to help develop and support short- and long-term operational and fiscal strategies for the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience as an accountant in the non-profit sector, preferably in a senior role. As a skilled financial analyst, the chosen candidate will streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes and help improve our operational efficiency to aid in our future growth.
The Important Work You’ll Do
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Oversee and manage all general ledger accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and all relevant regulations.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop and monitor budgets.
- Provide financial forecasts and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and decision-making.
Internal Controls & Compliance:
- Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard the organization’s assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including timely and accurate filing of tax returns and other required reports.
- Manage audits and work closely with external auditors to ensure successful and timely completion of the annual audit.
Financial Strategy:
- Present and provide strategic financial reports and guidance to the executive team and Board of Directors.
- Assist in the development and execution of long-term financial strategies to support the organization’s growth and sustainability.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Supervise Bookkeeper, HR Manager and IT Manager.
- Act as a mentor to Finance, HR, Operations, and IT team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Collaborate with other departments to promote financial literacy, operational efficiency, and accountability across the organization.
Qualities That Will Make You Successful In This Role
- Advanced financial expertise: In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
- Strategic thinking: Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights that drive business decisions.
- Leadership skills: Capacity to manage and/or mentor team members effectively.
- Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
- Strong analytical skills: Proficiency in interpreting complex financial data and identifying trends.
- Technology savvy: Familiarity with financial software and ability to leverage technology for process improvements.
- Ethical integrity: Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of financial ethics and compliance.
- Communication and Presentation skills: Ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders and Board of Directors clearly.
- Problem-solving abilities: Skill in addressing financial challenges and implementing effective solutions.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing financial landscapes and regulatory environments.
The Important Skills You’ll Need To Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or CMA designation preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a non-profit setting.
- Five or more years’ experience in managing teams.
- QuickBooks Online experience highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, non-profit accounting standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong work ethic and overall professionalism.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven ability to manage simultaneous priorities.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment (mainly onsite), managing time and priorities across remote and in-office work.
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Description
Position Summary:
This high-level strategic leadership position is responsible for
the oversight and management of all financial operations. As a key member of
the Senior Leadership Team, works directly with the CEO on all strategic and
tactical matters as they relate to long-term organizational planning, budget
and cash flow management, cost-benefit analysis, and forecasting needs.
Responsible for the development of standard accounting, analysis, and reporting
procedures, and the exercise of overall financial control. Must be well versed
in all aspects of financial management ranging from accounting to broad
investment and banking operations. Oversees the Agency’s revenues and profits to
achieve financial control and sustainable growth.
Salary Range: $125,000 – $170,000 – $210,000 per year
Responsibilities:
- Working directly with & overseeing the success and
daily operations of the accounting team.
- Responsible for fiscal analysis, strategic financial
planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities, as well as overseeing
investing and financing.
- Formulates and recommends policies on banking, receipt,
and disbursement of funds, extension of credit, and fiscal and accounting
matters. Oversees cash management and investments. Coordinates investment
activities with the committee and external investment advisor; monitors
investments held by foundations.
- Responsible for ensuring that all financial
plans/policies are current, and the Agency remains in compliance with
those policies.
- In conjunction with the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO),
ensures that risk management plans/policies are current and coordinates
the purchase of commercial insurance.
- Oversees all operating and capital budgeting processes
in conjunction with the Director of Accounting as well as financial
planning, reporting, and forecasting. Partner with program staff to
understand, utilize, and adjust budgets as needed, and manage costs to
achieve the Agency’s financial goals.
- With the CEO and Chief Advancement Officer, plans
organizational fundraising revenue goals.
- Creates and monitors program services for long-range
financial plans such as modeling for potential /expanded programs or other
initiatives. Prepares financial analysis and cost-benefit analysis to
assist program directors in long-range planning.
- Anticipates future financial and organizational issues
and addresses them with the CEO and Executive Management team. Ensures
that comprehensive systems are in place for monitoring and growing the
financial resources of the Agency.
- Reviews and makes recommendations on proposals, RFP’s,
and financial statements.
- Acts as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Board
committees including Budget and Finance, Audit, and Investment committees.
Prepares committee agendas and provides relevant synthesized information
in a timely manner. Fosters good relationships with Board Chair,
Treasurer, and other Board committee members.
- Leads annual audit preparations and manages ongoing
relationships with auditors to ensure compliance with all regulatory and
GAAP requirements. Oversees the preparation of the audited financial
statements, footnotes, and information for the Form 990 preparation.
Coordinates the selection of the external audit firm.
- Files all reports necessary to comply with laws and
regulations for reporting and audits of recipients of public funds.
- Oversees the medical billing team including the
production of revenue cycle management reporting and the integration of
billing information from the Electronic Health Record system into the
financial system.
- Oversight of financial policies and procedures
including internal controls.
- Provide review and analysis of revenue-producing and
vendor contracts.
- Serves as primary signer for all accounts payable
batches; coordinates all secondary signer coverage for accounts payable in
coordination with the Director of Accounting and the Accounting
Manager.
- Other duties as assigned.
COVID-19 considerations:
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (proof required), subject
to legally required exemptions.
Agency Overview: JFS is a nonprofit human services organization founded
over 150 years ago that serves anyone in need, regardless of their
circumstances or religious beliefs. With over 30 programs and services offered,
including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging
care, employment support, and disability services, JFS takes a holistic
approach to assessing the various needs of individuals or families and
providing the appropriate services all within one organization. We continuously
evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs
to respond to the needs of the community.
We are actively seeking talented and skilled individuals
regardless of creed, race, or religion. We are looking for the person with the
right qualifications regardless of background or upbringing. We are a
family-oriented organization that is committed to building a multifaceted and
diverse workforce. We embrace an organizational culture that prioritizes
well-being and highlights the unique contributions of each team member.
Our employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including
medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts,
agency paid Life and Long-Term Disability, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental
insurances, extended illness days, 401(k), 15 paid holidays, and a very
generous leave program.
JFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Agency does not
discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including
gender identity), political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status,
age, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization,
parental status, military status, or any other status protected by law or
regulation. We intend that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity
and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Requirements
A. Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, strongly
preferred.
B. Experience:
- Requires 10+ years of senior-level management
experience in accounting/finance preferably including strategy for a large
non-profit or LLC.
- Progressively responsible hands-on accounting and
financial analysis/planning experience is required.
- Proven success in selecting and managing outside
vendors, leading budgeting efforts, and managing complex audits.
- Experience in developing and implementing policies and
procedures to ensure the proper accounting, and strategic use, of an
organization’s funds.
- Applied experience with accounting and financial
management software.
C. Other:
- Prior experience working with a Board of Directors.
- Knowledge of healthcare billing including Colorado
Regional Accountability Entity (RAE), Medicare, and private insurance
contracts, is important.
- Experience with large federal non-profit grants and
contracts is required.
- Excellent written, oral presentation, and interpersonal
skills.
- Ability to evaluate systems for efficiency and
implement improvements.
- Extensive knowledge of computer applications, including
accounting software & Microsoft Office with advanced skills in
Excel.
- Ability to analyze complex financial data, propose
viable solutions, and design necessary systems in collaboration with the
accounting team
- Ability to explain financial terms in simple language.
Senior Grants and Contracts Analyst
Position Summary
To support research administration activities by ensuring the financial and administrative integrity of the institutional research program including compliance with internal and external requirements.
Essential Duties
- Serves as content expert for regulations, policies and systems impacting sponsored research for the institution and the Grants and Contracts Analysts and Associates in the office. Responds to inquiries from Principal Investigators and Grants Management Specialists and assists with problem solving.
- Responsible for preparing and performing the federal LOC draw down and maintaining a consistent and timely reimbursement of grant expenditures.
- Reviews externally sponsored research applications for compliance with sponsor requirements and National Jewish Health policies. Ensures regulatory reviews and institutional approvals are in place. Evaluates proposed budget for consistency and reasonability. Works with Principal Investigator and staff to ensure timely submission.
- Prepares and reviews the preparation of various reports required by granting agencies or management including researching, compiling and analyzing data.
- Completes monthly Fund 20 general ledger close. Prepares related reports and ensure quality of data. Assists with Single Audit and makes proactive recommendations to processes to maintain low-risk audit standards
- Performs information retrieval from external/mainframe databases for internal distribution.
- Leads implementation and maintains expertise in systems supporting research administration including eRACommons, Cayuse and PeopleSoft. Serves as a resource to other users. Makes recommendations as to policies and procedures which enhance the effectiveness of such systems.
- Provides grants oversight duties for assigned departments/Principal Investigators Investigators including regulatory compliance, review and reporting of expenditures, analysis of allowable costs, adjusting journal entries and close out phase.
- Trains the Grants and Contracts Analysts and Associates on the team and acts as expert on internal and external procedures and policies.
- Establishes restricted fund accounts in accordance with award statements, grantor policies and departmental procedures.
- Determines compliance risk of collaborators and recommend monitoring plans, if necessary. Negotiates and issues subcontracts under externally sponsored research projects.
- Serves as back up to Research Administration Manager by approving proposals, grant reports and journal entries.
- Maintains employee confidentiality and any other confidential information that is obtained during the performance of the job.
Competencies
- Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
- Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
- Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
- Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.
- Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
- Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
- Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
- Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
- Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
- Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
- Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field required.
- Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of recent research and financial administration experience ideally in an academic, research or governmental organization required.
- Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None
Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Grants Management Specialist (Pre- and Post-Administration)
Position Summary
To support research and administration by conducting strategic analysis in relation to grants, including interpreting and communicating complex financial data to assist in decision-making, ensuring compliance with internal NJH policies and external regulations, and to serve as subject matter experts for the planning, implementation and evaluation of grant applications.
Essential Duties
- Responsible for the financial management of externally funded research projects. Coordinates all aspects of the grant application process, ensuring proposals are submitted in an accurate and timely manner, consistent with sponsor and institutional requirements. Ensures awarded projects are properly managed within the budget and terms & conditions of the award.
- Understands and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and National Jewish Health policies. Maintains expertise as regulations and policies change.
- Develop budgets for grant applications. Works with other members of the PI’s team to make certain each budget fully reflects the specifics of the project and is compliant with the sponsor’s requirements.
- Enters grant applications into electronic systems – i.e., Cayuse – and/or ensures the entry of the required components. Works with subrecipients and vendors to obtain the necessary information and/or certifications. Collaborates with other members of the PI’s team to meet grant deadlines. Completes the Internal Research Review form (IRR).
- Ensures grant expenditures are appropriate and compliant with relevant regulations and policies; reviews quarterly grant expenditure certification reports for faculty review and approval.
- Tracks project invoices from submission to payment and approves individual purchasing and payment transactions as appropriate. Manage costs consistent with the budget to make sure sufficient funds are available to meet the programmatic goals of the project.
- Prepare reports of actual and projected financial position for individual projects and an investigator’s complete portfolio. Identifies funding gaps and opportunities and makes recommendations to address. Meets regularly with investigators to review grant finances.
- Tracks and manages time and effort reporting, salary distributions, and financial and narrative reporting requirements.
- Serves as a key member of the PI’s team and works closely with other team members to affect the successful implementation of the project.
- Works closely with the Central Grants Office on the project establishment and close-out processes.
- Remains a member of the Grants Management team providing back-up and support for other Grants Management Specialists in the accomplishment of departmental and institutional goals.
Other Duties
- Performs, as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed.
- Participates in Quality Assessment (QA) and Quality Improvement (QI) programs, as directed.
- Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission and all other Federal, State and Regulatory Agencies.
- Responds promptly and sincerely to customer’s needs, requests and concerns via all communication forms using easily understood language and refraining from using inappropriate language and non-verbal gestures.
- Maintains positive working relationships as a team player through problem-solving issues, speaking positively about others, listening attentively and observing the Patient Bill of Rights and Confidentiality.
- Increases customer service knowledge, skill and ability by participating in department and institution-wide specific programs.
- Incorporates National Jewish’s identity (Science Transforming Life®) into daily functions. Speaks positively about the institution, provides customers with prompt service, maintains a clean and safe working environment, dresses appropriately based upon National Jewish safety standards, and departmental policies and wears an ID badge visibly.
Competencies
- Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
- Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
- Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
- Managing Work and Time / Project Management: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Effectively manages project(s) by appropriately focusing attention on the critical few priorities; effectively creates and executes against project timelines based on priorities, resource availability, and other project requirements (i.e., budget); effectively evaluates planned approaches, determines feasibility, and makes adjustments when needed.
- Problem-Solving: Uses issue identification, data relation and comparison, pattern recognition and information gathering to create analyses and make recommendations.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
- Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
- Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
- Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
- Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
- Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
- Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor degree required; Business Administration or finance related field preferred.
- Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years financial administration experience ideally in an academic, research or governmental organization required. Experience with grants and related regulations preferred.
- Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None
Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.
Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Clinical Research Finance and Grants Management Intern
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Finance and Grants Management Intern will spend 26 weeks learning the facets of Clinical Research Finance, Grants Management, and Research Management. This internship will provide the opportunity to see the full life cycle of grants management and clinical research administration within an academic medical center.
Essential Duties
- Assists with budget preparation, financial tracking and reporting for research studies. May assist with evaluation and analysis of research study operations and financial success.
- Helps with researching and preparing grant proposals.
- Assists and supports the financial planning, implementation and evaluation of grant applications.
- Assists with both external and internal compliance to ensure that regulatory reviews and approvals are in place.
- Supports clinical study coordination and operations.
Competencies
- Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
- Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
- Professional Development or Continuous Learning and Development: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill to enhance their contribution to the organization.
- Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
- Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
- Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
- Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
- Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
- Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
- Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or relevant field required.
- Work Experience: Previous recent and related experience preferred.
- Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Analytical skills and the ability to apply processes and methodologies. A guided self-starter and able to work independently with support; passionate about learning. Advance Excel skills preferred.
Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
SUMMARY
The U.S. Center for SafeSport is a non-profit organization focused on ending all forms of abuse in sport. We endeavor to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention, education, and accountability.
A collaborative, relationship-driven leader, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for planning, oversight, and strategic direction of the finance and technology teams.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Planning, developing, and enhancing administrative policies, goals, and financial operations, including execution of long- and short-term plans and directive utilizing judgment, vision, strategic direction, and leadership.
- Work closely with CEO and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) on strategy, financial management and planning, federal grants, business development, and Board relationships and communications.
- As a member of ELT, provide strategic insight and guidance on key decisions impacting organizational activities.
- Provide effective leadership through active involvement in technology and financial mangement, developing a broad and deep knowledge of the mission and services provided by the Center.
- Oversee finance and technology teams and building operations relationships and activity.
- Ensure effective and efficient technology infrastructure. Leverage automation and technology solutions to drive improved reporting and efficiencies in accounting, finance, and across all departments.
- Oversee accounting, finance, grant management, case management, operational budgeting, payroll, fixed asset and financial reporting.
- Lead development of Center’s budgets and forecasts while ensuring alignment with annual and strategic plans.
- Lead strategic analysis and planning to facilitate organizational budgeting and projects.
- Lead development and evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance.
- Analyze and provide recommendations regarding process improvement for revenue generation and expense management.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Executive Leadership:
- Foster a positive work environment that demonstrates the Center’s core values and encourages teamwork, collaboration, open and constructive communication.
- Responsible for performance management, mentoring and plans for developing talent.
- Lead a growing team, building a strong culture around the Center’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Wellness.
- Partner with ELT and Board of Directors and its committees to inform strategic decision making.
- Identify opportunities for the Center to leverage strengths to take advantage of new opportunities and to address organizational challenges.
Technology
- Oversee technology team and it’s management of all formal IT-related procedures, processes, and administration, recommending improvements and managing systems going forward.
- Manage, oversee, and recommend solutions for technology and facilities improvements, additions, and modifications.
- Oversee and enhance security plans, policies, and equipment for personnel and facilities.
- Guide IT-related RFP processes, including management of selection criteria, interviews, and budget/forecasting.
Financial Management
- Ensure continued financial viability of Center’s operational units through sound fiscal management.
- Work closely with Vice President, Partnerships to support analysis and growth of fee-for-service and e-commerce business through forecasting, cost and profit management, and strategic business acumen.
- Regularly monitor progress and present operational and financial metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluate Center’s overall staffing objectives and monitor cost implications.
- Facilitate ELT’s proactive participation by establishing metrics and timetables for regular forecast feedback.
- Ensure effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for nonprofit financial and tax reporting.
- Manage and oversee relationships with independent auditors, banks, and financial institutions.
- Remain current on nonprofit audits, financial best practices and regulations, ensure respective business units are in compliance.
- Serve as liaison to Board Finance and Audit Committees, providing timely reports and updates.
- Coordinate all audit activities and work with independent auditors to ensure audit and Form 990s are completed in a timely fashion.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field of study.
- Minimum 10 years’ related experience, at least 5 years in senior leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives.
- Proven track record of effectively leading teams within a direct service organization with a complex array of programs and funding mechanisms with ability to leverage strengths across the organization.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven success in collaborating in a multidisciplinary, diverse team.
- Ability to work in a high-growth fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional ability to communicate financial information to individuals without a financial background; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, Board of Directors, or other partners.
- Strong leadership and management skills; high personal ethical standards and demonstrated ability to be hands-on and make difficult, but timely, decisions.
- Strong analytical skills and expertise in modeling, forecasting and analysis, development and utilization of management information and key business metric tools, and translating strategic vision into an operational model.
- Solid experience coordinating audit activities.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and proposing new ways of creating efficiencies.
- High level of flexibility and adaptability, and excellent customer service skills, when engaging with internal and external constituents.
- Detail-oriented and organized, ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.
- Available to work in person on a hybrid schedule from the Center’s Denver, Colorado office.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the Center’s mission.
Preferred:
- Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software
WORK REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENT
- Standard office equipment
- Office environment in multi-story, dog-friendly building
- Some night and weekend work hours
- Some overnight travel required