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AlignHR Oregon

Director of Finance & Administration

AlignHR Oregon, Vancouver, Washington, United States, 98662


Our Vancouver, non-profit client is proud to help food and agriculture companies meet the rising global demand for high-quality U.S. food and agricultural products. Our client delivers programs and services that allow Western U.S. agribusinesses to Learn, Connect, and Compete in the export market. Their programs bring results to companies at every stage of the export cycle.

They have confidence in their collective experience, knowledge, and professional connections to deliver meaningful results to those who put their trust in them.

They support, guide, and empower each other by treating their companies, partners, and team members as individuals. They succeed when you succeed.

They are committed to being honest, transparent, and responsible in all communications which drives their team to do what is right consistently.

They take pride in their work and are committed to excellence in all aspects of their organization. Passion, energy, and enthusiasm are at the heart of every decision they make and every action they take.

They are consistent and dependable. They take responsibility to get it done.

Our client is looking for an experienced finance and business leader to join their non-profit team. They are offering an environment to thrive in. You will experience a collaborative, results-driven team, building effective project management practices and culture.

You will be reporting to the Executive Director, the

Director of Finance & Administration

will play an active role in our client's leadership team and oversee a team of six team members including the Office Manager and Claims Manager. You will direct, administer, and manage all aspects of the financial reports, managerial accounting, accounting records, and administration by developing and implementing initiatives, processes, policies, and procedures ensuring compliance with fiscal requirements at the federal, state, and the company's regulation levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform full cycle accounting function including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and program funding reimbursements

Ensure compliance with Market Access Program (MAP) regulations, Agricultural Trade Promotion (ATP) and Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP)

Oversee Claims Manager and Claims Coordinators to ensure all claims are paid within process timelines

Lead all financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management

Process and oversee company billing and collections

Responsible for monthly bank account reconciliations including principal, payroll, and investment accounts

Manages organizational cash flow on a day-to-day basis

Act as liaison with auditor and insurance vendors

Maintain a focused system of internal controls, which will provide effective and efficient control over assets, liabilities, revenue, and costs, ensuring compliance with funding requirements

Maintain control over the assets, liabilities, income, and expenditure on behalf of the organization and provide management, leadership, and accountability for the financial performance of the organization

Ensure legal and tax compliance and that adequate insurance cover is maintained managing the retirement plan, where applicable, ensuring that adequate accounting, actuarial, and legal controls are in place

Ensure valid permits and licenses have been obtained for all matters

Take responsibility for the safekeeping and updating of all leases and contracts, which may affect the financial status of the organization

Liaise and co-operate with both Internal and External Audit and Compliance Reviews, ensuring that an effective program of organizational audit is in place and corrective action is promptly taken where required.

Prepare month-end packet including financial statements such as profit & loss with GL detail, balance sheet, journal entries, etc.

Ensures Directors receive timely monthly reports for each department and collaborates with the Deputy Director and Executive Director to ensure financial operational performance

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and end-of-year financial reports for business reviews and Board of Director meetings

Optimize financial modeling, and reporting, to support analysis of programs and business operations

Handle investments and assess/mitigate organizational risks

Manage Unified Export Strategy change notifications

Submit annual Unified Export Strategy application

Prepare end-of-year program documents such as contributions, program income retention, and others as assigned

Work cross-functionally with the leadership team to support any financial or claim inquiries

Oversee Office Manager responsible for Human Resources coordination, IT, and administration of headquarters and remote offices

Actively take part in training the team, facilitating formal training sessions and on-the-job training to ensure that all team members are of the same standard

Promote a culture of

trust, service, integrity, excellence, and accountability

Create, model, and maintain a work culture that supports and values inclusion, equity, and diversity

Requires the ability to travel overnight domestically and internationally.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Director of Finance and Administration must have a B.S. / B.A. in Accounting, Finance, Business, or other related fields, plus at least 3-5 years' experience in accounting and fiscal analysis. Other appropriate related combinations of education and experience may substitute.

Minimum of two years of experience managing direct reports

Working knowledge and business application of GAAP accounting principles, managerial accounting, and finance principles

Demonstrated history of strong project management and organizational skills; ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks with exceptional attention to detail

Demonstrated strength in team management; passion for supporting and developing staff; strong ability to motivate team members and assess performance

Demonstrated interpersonal skills; ability to cultivate professionally collaborative relationships at all levels, from direct reports to members of the board

Ability to work independently and maintain a “big picture” perspective

Remote, residing in PST/MST preferred

The ability to travel overnight domestically and internationally, 10%

Benefits:

Employer paid medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life-insurance coverage for employee.

Family benefits included at a cost to employee

Flexible Spending Account

Participation in 401k plan with employer match 100% up to 6%

12 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off Plan

Sick Paid Time off Plan

Flexible Work Schedule

Recognition Program

Compensation Range Based on Experience:

This position is exempt with a wage band ranging from $80,000 to $105,000 per year.

Our client is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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