Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager

Experienced Financial Professional with a passion to end hunger?

The St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB) may be the perfect fit for you!

Established in 1975, SLAFB has grown to become the bi-state's region's largest non-profit food distribution charity dedicated to feeding those in need. Comprised of a diverse team of talented and compassionate individuals, employees enjoy working together to make a difference in the lives of the communities served.

SLAFB is currently seeking a Senior Finance Manager whose primary function is for managing the activities along with other projects assigned under the accounting and finance umbrella that assists with the advancement of the mission of the St. Louis Area Foodbank. Responsibilities include maintaining quality standards and controls while managing staff in a manner that promotes a positive team culture.

• Responsible for closing the books on a monthly basis in an
• accurate and timely manner.
• Manage the preparation and review of balance sheet accounts and supporting schedules, including form 990 tax return and reports for government regulatory agencies.
• Coordinator financial reporting activities for the foodbank leadership team and analysis for presentation to committees and Board of Directors.
• Interpret the results of operations for all levels of management and identify needed measures to address unfavorable financial conditions.
• Maintain strict controls over cash check payments, outgoing wires, etc.
• Oversee all accounting related functions surrounding government, corporate and foundation grants to ensure compliance.
• Assist the V.P. of Finance and Administration with the annual budget and cost allocation processes and implementation.
• Assist the V.P. of Finance and Administration with general ledger analysis.
• Forecast, track, analyze and report monthly KPI's.
• Ensure accounting is in accordance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financial and accounting policies and controls.
• Direct and support audit firm or other agencies in their efforts.
• Coordinate with Programs, Philanthropy, Operations, Human Resources and other budget owners to ensure accounting and finance recording and reporting of transactions are adequate to support their goal program requirements.
• Review accounting systems and infrastructure to ensure that adequate internal controls are in place.
• Perform and provide ad hoc analytics to SLAFB's stakeholders.
• Support and participate in SLAFB's planning process which encompasses entire organization (leadership team and respective stakeholders).
• Develop staff to increased levels of responsibilities.
• Partner with V.P. of Finance and Administration with streamlining processes and accounting system changes.
• Protect Foodbank and Foodbank employees by keeping all information confidential.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelors' Degree from an accredited university with an emphasis in Accounting strongly preferred. CPA license a plus.
• 5 plus years of accounting experience required. Non-profit and warehouse experience a plus.
• Passion for the Foodbank mission and the ability to demonstrate SLAFB's Core Values: Stewardship, Teamwork, Agility and Respect
• Proficient with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other web-based applications. Microsoft Dynamics experience and Ceres or the ability to learn required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience managing and developing staff to positions of increased responsibility.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, handle interruptions, maintain focus on tasks and produce accurate work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Established in 1975, the SLAFB has grown to become the bi-state's region's largest non-profit food distribution charity dedicated to feeding those in need. Comprised of a diverse team of talented and compassionate individuals, employees enjoy working together to make a difference in the lives of the communities served.

SLAFB offers competitive compensation, an extremely comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time-off, support for on-going learning and development, casual dress work environment and solid 403(b) retirement plan to promote financial security.

SLAFB 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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