Description:
Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is looking for our next Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & VP of Finance!
Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for people to achieve economic stability and to build strong communities by offering job training, employment services and other community-based programs for people who have disabilities, lack education or job experience or face other employment challenges. Goodwill provides services to a 10-county area in Northeast Indiana.
Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across the United States and around the world ever since. The Fort Wayne Goodwill can trace its roots back to 1936 when Reverend Helms proposed a federation of Goodwill Industries across northern Indiana. Today, we continue to flourish as we serve a 10-county area in Northeast Indiana. Our mission is to empower and prepare people for independence through training, personal growth and work. We support our mission through the eco-friendly collection and sale of donated goods. National watchdog groups and publications consistently give us high ratings for our prudent and innovative use of funds.
Every job in our organization contributes to our vocational training and employment programs. In order to hire and retain employees who believe in our mission, we offer competitive wages and benefits, great work schedules that allows for work-life balance, the satisfaction of serving the community and a positive work environment.
Our CFO & VP of Finance is responsible for the financial health and compliance of our organization. This would include working with the CEO and Executive Team on budgeting, financial planning, accounting, reporting, compliance and making financial decisions in the best interest of our organization. This position requires in-person work at our corporate office located in Fort Wayne, IN.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Prepares, analyzes and provides input on monthly financial reports, annual reports and other reports as deemed necessary by the President or Board of Directors
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Supervises processing of accounts receivable, accounts payable and invoices accurately and according to established guidelines.
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Maintains accurate filing system for all accounting activities.
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Supervises reconciliation of departmental petty cash funds.
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Supervises processing of bi-weekly payroll.
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Develops and maintains computer procedures for the accounting department.
- Maintains a complete accrual, double entry computerized accounting system.
- Maintains records of all contracts.
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Participates in reviewing bids for insurance and other contracts to ensure Goodwill's financial interest is protected.
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Maintains accounting records according to retention schedule.
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Reconciles bank statements monthly.
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Assists with preparation, monitoring and analysis of departmental and total agency budgets.
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Recommends adjustments to the computer system to ensure financial reporting needs are current and reflect up-to-date reporting requirements.
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Files annual reports and surveys as required.
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Prepares for annual audit, including preparation of work papers and making documents available as requested.
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Serves as back-up to General Accountant.
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Makes deposits/transfers at bank and credit union.
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Serves as Plan Trustee for 401(k) Retirement Plan.
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Evaluates job performance of supervised employees.
- Follows all safety rules and practices.
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Performs all other duties as may be assigned by the President in the process of carrying out the mission of Goodwill Industries.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Orders and maintains adequate supplies.
ATTENDANCE
As an exempt employee Goodwill depends on you to be at work as needed.
JOB PERFORMANCE
Reviewed upon initial hire at 30, 60 and 90 days, and annually thereafter, by the President/CEO
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises General Accountant
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE
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Experience with spreadsheet and word processing programs, including automated general ledger, sub-ledgers, Microsoft products, Paylocity and Sage Intacct.
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Experience with annual audit procedures.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
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Ability to organize and follow through on responsibilities with limited supervision,
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Ability to delegate responsibility.
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Ability to work in an efficient and organized manner.
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Excellent written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to meet deadlines.
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Ability to work within the team concept
CREDENTIALS/LICENSES/SCREENING REQUIREMENTS
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Subject to background check.
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Fully comply with Goodwill policy regarding values and ethical behavior with special emphasis on the Code of Ethics.
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Must provide proof of insurance for personal vehicle at approved levels (100/300.000 liability; 50,000 property damage.)
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Subject to random alcohol and drug testing as specified in the Drug Free Workplace Program.
COMMUNITY INTERACTION
Contact with co-workers, Board of Directors, vendors, customers, donors
EQUIPMENT
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Computer
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Calculator
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Telephone
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Fax
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Copier/Scanner
COMPLEXITY
Work that requires judgment, details, and ability to problem solve. Employee will make major decisions that could affect the entire agency.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Confidential information involved.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Activities:
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Substantial: vision, talking, grasping, hearing, repetitive motions
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Considerable: reaching
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Moderate: walking
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Occasional: standing, lifting
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Nominal: pushing, pulling
Other Activities:
The time spent traveling on agency business is minimal.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work: Sitting; some standing, walking and carrying; no routine lifting over 10 pounds
Environmental Conditions:
The worker is subject to indoor environmental conditions.
CODE OF ETHICS
All employees are responsible for being knowledgeable about Goodwill's code of ethics and respective policies and procedures, and for conducting themselves accordingly. Ethical conduct is expected at all times in all matters, whether or not a particular issue is specifically addressed in agency policies or procedures. Employees are expected to bring any questions about whether or not a specific situation presents a potential conflict with this policy to the attention of their manager.
EEO CLAUSE
It is the Agency's policy to afford equal opportunity to all regardless of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, or any other class protected by law, and to provide a work environment free of bias based on such categories. Any and all employment decisions will be administered in a non-discriminatory manner.
SAFETY STANDARDS
All employees are responsible for adhering to all published safety policies as well as the implementation of specific standards that may be assigned. Employees are expected to report unsafe conditions and unsafe acts. Supervisors are responsible for safety issues in assigned areas — ensure that all employees are informed and adhere to all safety policies/issues, use proper reporting mechanisms for dealing with safety hazards or incidents, and personally adhere to safety rules.
HARASSMENT
All employees are responsible for avoiding offensive or inappropriate behavior at work and are responsible for assuring the workplace is free from any type of harassment at all times. Employees are expected to be familiar with and follow all published procedures, including reporting incidences and cooperating with investigations.
Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements:
PI265899211
