Finance & Operations Director

Company: University of Denver
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

and the job listing Expires on June 1, 2025Denver, CO Experienced Alumni Jobs, Full-Time JobJob Title: Finance and Operations DirectorReports To: Executive DirectorSupervises: Business ManagerLocation: Denver, Colorado - Hybrid work environment (mostly in-person)Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000 DOE, Full-time (Exempt)Job Summary: The Finance and Operations Director is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization's financial strategy, grant compliance, and operational effectiveness. With the support of a newly created Business Manager role, the Director will focus on high-level financial management, federal grant oversight, and strategic operational planning to ensure sustainability and compliance with funder and regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Grant Compliance: - Develop and manage the annual organizational budget in collaboration with the Executive Director and program leads. - Monitor and analyze financial performance, prepare forecasts, and recommend adjustments. - Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to the Board of Directors, funders, and auditors. - Oversee federal grant compliance, including cost allocation, time and effort reporting, allowable expenses, and financial reporting requirements - Lead the annual audit and 990 preparation; act as the primary liaison with auditors and accounting firms. - Maintain internal controls and ensure policies meet federal and state regulations - Ensure effective day-to-day financial management including AP, AR, payroll and monthly reconciliations - Manage and develop systems for accurately tracking grant revenue and expenditures in compliance with all state and federal award guidelines. Work with subgrantees to develop and implement appropriate tracking systems for timely invoicing and adequate documentation. Prepare financial reports and reimbursement invoices as specified in grant awards.Organizational Operations & Leadership: - Supervise the Business Manager to ensure efficient handling of day-to-day business functions including HR, vendor management, procurement, and facilities. - Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to inform strategic planning with operational and financial insights. - Support scenario planning, risk management, and long-term financial sustainability initiatives. - Communicate complex financial information in accessible language for internal teams and board members. - Work with Advancement Director to accurately track gifts from individual donors, foundations, special event income, and other revenue sources. - Attend Board Finance Committee meetings to discuss monthly financial statements. Work with Executive Director and Finance Committee members to advise, develop, and implement financial policy recommendations. - Attend Board of Directors meeting, communicate and present financial matters to the Board.HR & Team Development: - Provide leadership, support, and mentorship to the Business Manager. - Collaborate with program staff to build financial literacy and ensure consistent practices across the organization. - Work with Executive Director to update and implement all necessary business and accounting policies and practices, including the Rose Andom Center Financial Policies, Employee Policies, building security policy, timekeeping practices and other policies to ensure compliance with accounting and personnel best practices. - Supervise HR & Office Manager, delegate appropriate administrative tasks, provide support and oversight to ensure tasks are successfully completed. - Oversee employee benefit programs including health insurance policies, Simple IRA, RTD EcoPass, etc. Responsible for employee enrollments, billing, and annual renewal. - In conjunction with Executive Director, review and update Employee Handbook. Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws, as well as provide recommendations for appropriate employee compensation/ benefit plans. Update required employment law postings for legal compliance.Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of nonprofit finance experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or director-level role. - Strong understanding of federal grant regulations and fund accounting. - Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. - Experience managing and mentoring staff. - Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and the mission of serving survivors of domestic violence.The Rose Andom Center offers a comprehensive benefits package with 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policies and an RTD EcoPass. Paid time off includes 12 holidays plus a generous accrual of vacation and sick/wellness hours. Additionally, employees may participate in a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with immediate vesting, employer contribution (currently 2%), and access to free personal financial advising services.To Apply: Please email a PDF of your resume and cover letter to jobs@roseandomcenter.org with "Finance and Operations Director" in the subject line.The Rose Andom Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, compensation and training.
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