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Oak Park River Forest Community Foundation

Overview: We are currently seeking an experienced, team oriented, community minded individual with exemplary financial, investment and accounting acumen to join our team as the Finance Director. As part of the leadership team, the Finance Director works with the Chief Executive Officer, other Foundation team members and the Board of Directors to further the strategic priorities of the Community Foundation in advancing the mission and vision of the organization. The position will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization, including accounting and reconciliation of all financial areas, financial reporting and budgeting, strategic planning and analysis, support of board committees, as well as other duties assigned.Essential Functions of the Position:<ul><li>Provide strategic guidance and support for financial and investment decisions.</li><li>Drive financial accountability of day-to-day operations, ensuring proper internal controls and accounting for cash receipts and expenditures, initiating bank/investment transfers to manage cash flow needs.</li><li>Execute monthly and fiscal year end close. Prepare monthly financial package and work with CEO and board committee to set and track to annual budget.</li><li>Prepare monthly account reconciliations, semi-monthly payroll and 401K transfers in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Ensure proper administrative fee set up and process quarterly administrative fees. Oversee quarterly fund statement preparation.</li><li>Calculate spendable balances for endowed funds annually; monitor fund balances throughout the year.</li><li>Optimize banking relationships and manage key relationship with Outsourced Chief Investment Officer.</li><li>Support Finance, Investment and Audit committees of the Board of Directors.</li><li>Lead year-end audit and 990 efforts in coordination with external auditors, including preparation of required work papers.</li><li>Provide ad hoc analysis as needed.</li></ul>The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed in the job. They do not intend to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Holds and demonstrates a confidence and command of subject-area expertise to others; able to synthesize and present complex information clearly and persuasively.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and with financial software systems for ledger management, account reconciliation, cash flow analysis, and reporting tools.</li><li>Detail oriented and extremely organized with the ability to complete projects in a timely manner and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>Demonstrated sound judgment and integrity in decision making in the absence of direct instruction.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with persons from diverse backgrounds.</li><li>Demonstrate trustworthiness and confidentiality regarding Foundation business.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Minimum of a bachelors degree in accounting or related field and at least eight years of professional accounting/finance experience. CPA certification and knowledge of fund accounting a plus.</li></ul>This role offers an opportunity to directly impact organizational success while fostering a culture of integrity and excellence in financial management. If you are passionate about leveraging your expertise to further the mission of the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation&mdash;this is the opportunity for you!Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Please include a cover letter with your resume stating your interest in the position and how your qualifications match the job description.</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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