Colorado Nonprofit Association

Director of Accounting: Controller

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Director of Accounting will lead a team of four accountants to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. The Director of Accounting oversees the accounting operations, compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and assists with budgeting. This fundamental role collaborates across departments to provide excellent financial services and will work closely with the CFO and other leaders to realize BGCMD’s strategic goals.

Role & Responsibilities

Departmental Leadership

• Provides inclusive leadership, oversight and direction that drives accountability and excellence in the fiscal management of BGCMD operations.
• Supervises the daily operations of grants management, cash receipts/donations, accounts payable, investments and journal entries
• Develops and maintain appropriate financial systems, processes and controls to ensure complete, accurate and timely financial reporting
• Collaborates with other departments to promote financial literacy, operational efficiency and fiscal accountability across the organization

Departmental Management

• Leads a cross-functional team of direct reports and other stakeholders to accomplish collective goals.
•  Manages team performance with clear performance objectives and metrics. Provides support, coaching and feedback, supervision, and guidance to ensure a high performing team.
• Provides team members with professional and personal growth through ongoing talent management practices, including leadership development, skill development, and position-specific articles/books/training.

Supervisory 

This position supervises three employees, the Accounting Manager, Accounts Payable Coordinator, and Senior Staff Accountant. The Accounting Manager supervises the Revenue Coordinator.

Accounting Duties

• Oversees grant administration including contract management, billing, and financial reimbursement requests for a large portfolio of federal, state and local grants.
• Participates in and prepares information for grants applications.
• Manages grant-specific budgets.
• Oversees daily processing of donations/cash receipts, accounts payable and journal entries.
• Reviews and approves payroll prepared by Human Resources.
• Assures timely and accurate completion of month-end close and financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards.
• Prepare and/or review reconciliations, draft financial statements, analyzing balances and budget-to-actual variances.
• Serves as the primary liaison for the annual financial statement audit, single audit, 401K audit, and preparation of the Form 990 tax return. 
• Performs other compliance duties such as quarterly filings with the Secretary of State, annual Charitable Solicitations registrations, and applicable sales tax filings.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

You must meet both of these requirements to move forward in the selection process.

• BA/BS degree in Accounting 
• Five of experience in public, corporate or nonprofit accounting with two or more years in a supervisory role.
• Must have experience with a full range of financial processes including daily transaction processing, month-end close, budgeting and cost control.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced skills in Excel
• Additional years of direct experience in public, corporate or nonprofit accounting in a supervisory role
• Demonstrated proficiency in grant administration and single audit expertise
• Excellent technical skills, experience with NetSuite and Vena is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary to complete reports and properly document programs and organizational data. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to the mission of BGCMD and a genuine interest in contributing to its success.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, including the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to explain financial concepts and information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Must be extremely detail-oriented, collaborative, resourceful, and organized, with the ability to perform independently in a fast-paced team environment
• Capacity to work independently to organize, prioritize, manage, and successfully execute multiple assignments simultaneously within a timeline and deal with frequent change or unexpected events
• Strong knowledge of fiscal management, corporate finance, and public accounting.
• Extensive knowledge of nonprofit industry, including accounting and reporting matters, financial reporting, and compliance
• Strong proficiency to prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets

Conditions of Employment

• Candidates must be able to pass an annual background test and reference checks
• Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under the company’s insurance policy 
• Must be able to work closely with others in an office environment, and use a variety of office equipment including computer, telephone, and/or other equipment
• Position may be required to lift supplies, materials, and collateral materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Outdoor work and light physically demanding activities may be required on occasion. 

Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant, Global Greengrants Fund

Application Closing Date: January 19, 2025 at 23:00 MT

Location: Remote within the United States through a Hybrid work model preferred; strong preference for individuals in the Colorado area to ensure team continuity and collaboration with episodic in-person office days in Colorado as needed and prescribed by the organization.

Term: full-time – 40 hours a week (exempt)

Organization: Global Greengrants Fund

Salary: Salaries at Global Greengrants Fund are dependent on applicable salary scales, and internal pay policies including equity considerations and budget. Due to how salary negotiations perpetuate existing structural inequities, GGF has moved away from salary negotiation processes for any candidate. We will make our best offer, and it will be the same regardless of the candidate. Our best offer for this position for someone in the US as per work band S is $83,000 per annum.

About Global Greengrants Fund:

Global Greengrants Fund is a leading funder of the world’s grassroots environmental and climate justice movements. Since 1993 we have been growing our networks of activists, experts, donors, and leaders to provide these movements with the resources they need to work toward a healthy and just future.

Global Greengrants uses a variety of participatory grantmaking models to provide funding and other forms of support to grassroots groups around the world. We work with over 200 grantmaking advisors from around the world, all of whom are experts and activists, connected with the grassroots movements, issues, and challenges in the regions where they work. These advisors make grantmaking decisions as members of our organization’s regional and thematic advisory boards, of local funds that grew organically out of advisory boards in the regions where we work, and of other organizations that share our mission and values. We strive, however, for our grantmaking to be a relationship rather than a unidirectional flow of resources. Relationships built on trust and shared learning are essential to the success of our grantmaking.

Our advisors help the organizations they fund with mentoring and connections to larger movements and other institutions. By bringing back ideas and knowledge from grantees, advisors also help their colleagues and broader movements to work out new solutions to the problems that confront them.

The role

Global Greengrants Fund is looking to hire a highly motivated individual who is proficient in the best practices of nonprofit financial management and internal controls. Through direct support from the Accounting Manager, they will support the Chief Financial Officer and the finance team in the daily finance operations and accounting functions in maintaining complete and accurate financial records and financial transactions. The Staff Account will ensure the accuracy of accounts payable journal entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. They will also support the compilation of data for statements of financial position, financial activity, and other related financial reports.

The candidate profile.

The successful applicant will ideally have significant relevant experience in a similar role in a charitable/non-profit organization for whom grant making represented the core of the business model. They will have strong financial management acumen; knowledge of accounting procedures and protocols, budgeting, and financial analysis, and demonstrated experience with FASB and ASA nonprofit accounting standards. They will have strong knowledge and working experience with US GAAP and working knowledge and professional experience with annual audits and the IRS 990 process.

They demonstrate excellent organizational skills, and the ability to ensure accuracy of work and demonstrate precise attention to detail. They will be meticulous with exceptionally strong follow-up and follow-through skills. They also thrive in a virtual environment, motivated to take on challenges and collaboratively find innovative and creative solutions. English fluency is a must. Higher education in Finance or Accounting would be preferred.

The right candidate will understand GGF’s core values and be committed to the guiding principles and mission of GGF and ensure they uphold them in the way they take up the responsibilities of the role.

Nonprofit Accountant

Primary Function:
To support the Finance Department in daily operations, including grant reporting and tracking, financial statement preparation and reporting, audit preparation, and budget preparation and tracking.

Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Financial Transactions: Maintains records of financial transactions by posting transactions, including accounts payable, donations, and grant receivables. (35%)
• Payroll and Timesheets: Processes payroll and manages employee timesheets.
• Grant Reporting and Tracking: Compiles, reports, and tracks grant information to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals. (60%)
• Financial Statements and Reports: Assists with the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Audit Preparation: Supports audit processes by organizing and preparing required financial records.
• Budget Development and Tracking: Actively participates in budget preparation and monitors ongoing budget performance.
• Administrative Duties: Provides general office support, including preparing letters, filing, and assisting with miscellaneous office tasks. (5%)
• Team Collaboration: Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive financial and organizational information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Docs.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in financial and administrative tasks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to manage complex financial information.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and self-motivate in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is a plus.
• Flexibility to adapt to varied daily tasks and organizational needs.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in special events and/or programs as needed.
• Collaborate with the bookkeeper to ensure efficient workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Director.

Finance and Operations Manager

Job Description

Prosperity Denver Fund (PDF) helps expand the number of Denver students from modest backgrounds who can build bright futures as they graduate from high school and go on to college and careers. PDF’s work is made possible through a portion of the city’s sales tax. The organization now seeks a Finance and Operations Manager to join a creative and committed team in “funding the futures” of Denver’s young people.

About the Position: The Finance and Operations Manager will report to the CEO and will be responsible for managing and executing Prosperity Denver Fund’s finance and business operations. In partnership with a contract accounting firm and PEO (professional employment organization), this position will facilitate and create systems, processes, and policies to ensure staff and management are supported to achieve the goals of the organization. The F&O Manager will build financial models and produce reports as needed to support the work of the staff and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning:

• Works closely with the CEO to develop and maintain agency wide planning, budgeting, financial forecasting, objectives, and initiatives to achieve strategic and operational goals.  
• Responsible for overall external and internal financial reporting, operations, internal controls, agency budgets and forecasts.

Finance Operations:

• Oversees the contract accounting firm involved in billing, accounts payable and financial reporting.
• Coordinates annual financial audit; works with accounting firm, CEO, and auditor to ensure timely audit and 990 tax form completion. 
• Develops, implements, and updates finance/accounting policies, procedures, and protocols.

Grants Management:

• Works closely with the Program Director and Director of Data and Evaluation to facilitate the grant distribution process.

Data/Evaluation:

• Works closely with the Director of Data and Evaluation to develop reporting that integrates program and financial data.

Human Resources:

• Works with PEO to ensure accurate administration of human resources services including payroll and benefits management.

Organizational Operations:

• Oversees relationships with landlord, IT consulting firm, internet service provider, and other vendors to ensure efficient and effective systems support the work of staff both in the office and remotely.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administrations, or in a related field required, or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Master’s degree in business administration, organization management, or related field preferred.
• Five years of progressive experience in finance or accounting and five years of experience serving in a business, finance, or operations role of a nonprofit or community organization or business. Financial planning and analysis experience. 
• Outstanding computer skills including Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, and experience with CRM systems and/or other types of databases. 
• Ability to produce and meet deadlines in a small office with a fast-paced and changing environment and have proven written and oral communication skills.
• The desire and ability to work with passion, diligence, and humor; usually days, but nights and weekends if needed.

Working Environment:

• This is a hybrid position working at least 2-3 days per week in an office in Central Denver.
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse
• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to the resolution of conflicts
• This position requires the ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.