Director of Accounting & Finance

Abode, one of the largest and effective nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking a Director of Accounting & Finance.

Position Summary: The Director of Accounting and Finance will serve as an integral member of the finance management team, and the primary function of the is responsible for providing oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and for relevant aspects of the month-end close, and annual audit process, as well as various recurring governmental reporting requirements. These duties also include managing the finance department to produce favorable financial outcomes, as well as having support for other organizational and administrative functions that are directly and/or indirectly related to financial activities. The Director of Accounting and Finance will work closely with the CFO and finance and other managers as well as the Executive Director to ensure the overall fiscal health of the organization.

The People and Culture: You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, supportive, smart, and kind leaders and teams - people you can be proud to work with! Abode Services regularly recognizes employees' efforts, seeks employees' input, and cares for employees as people with lives outside of work. We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. People of color make up nearly 70% of our workforce and we strive to recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds.

Our Benefits & Perks:

• $155,000 - $196,000 per year
• 100% paid health, vision, and dental options
• 19 PTO days & 12 Holidays per year
• Voluntary benefits: FSA, EAP, Commuter Checks, Life Insurance, Legal, and more
• 3% retirement match/contribution
• Professional Development Trainings and Opportunities, Leadership Academy Programs, and All Staff Events
• Dynamic, mission-driven culture and supportive leadership. We support you in supporting others

How You Make An Impact:

Accounting and Tax Operations:

• Coordinate with numerous accounting firms for the preparation of all Federal and State tax returns. Assist outside accounting firms in reviewing all tax returns for accuracy. Identify potential areas of concern and communicate same to outside accountants and senior management.
• Prepare quarterly/annual budgets and tax projections.
• Manage all aspects of annual audit process with outside accounting firms, including deadline management, response to requests for information, final reviews, and coordination of final audit distribution.
• Implement and oversee accounting controls for cash receipts and disbursements and operational oversight. Facilitate the flow of information and documentation to ensure prompt and efficient invoicing and payment of invoices in line with the company's invoice approval process.
• Establish and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee the creation and ongoing maintenance of various projects. Track and facilitate the filing of all necessary registrations with all appropriate state agencies, as required for individual entities. Continually monitor the status of entities and complete appropriate filings.
• Work with accounting team to direct the cash management, securities, and assets of various projects. Manage banking relationships relative to maintenance of operating accounts and lending facilities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws.

Investor Reporting

• Provide source data to investor relations for investor communications.
• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly/quarterly reports and tax projections on quarterly basis.
• Coordinate and monitor investor capital calls and distributions, including receipt of funds, payment instructions and investor allocations.
• Coordinate the distribution of regular investor communication and tax information (Schedule K-1).
• Assist with the management of contact database for investors and update, as necessary.
• Strategic Planning, Office Operations, and Human Resources:
• Lead and mentor accounting team to ensure deadlines are met.
• Develop and implement strategic accounting processes and best practices.
• Responsible for human resource administration, including benefits administration, 401k oversight with third party providers, monitor PTO balances, and facilitate annual employee reviews.
• Manage service contracts and proactively evaluate service providers and technology to continually improve operating efficiency.
• Review all invoices for appropriate approvals and oversee transmission for payment. Ensure payment of expenses by proper entities.
• Review financial statements for accuracy based on approved expenses.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial performance, market trends, and economic conditions to guide decision-making.
• Prepare reports for the Board, providing insights into financial performance and strategic initiatives.

How You Meet Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's in accounting required, master's in accounting preferred.
• CPA is highly recommended or equivalent education.
• Experience with tax and accounting principles related to development and operations of affordable housing, financing, and low-income housing tax credit partnerships.
• Understanding of local ad-valorem real estate tax exemption and non-profit accounting and reporting requirements is a plus.
• Knowledge of entity organizational requirements and experience in managing multiple entity ownership structures.
• Experience with industry standard accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Use of personal vehicle, proof of a valid and current California Driver's License and current insurance along with a clean DMV record required.

Notice: This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade, or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.

Notice: Abode Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace