Finance Director

Job Summary:

The Finance Director is accountable for the overall performance and success of SERRC's Finance Department, which includes budget management, accounting, payroll functions, and the preparation of the organization’s annual budget(s). Additionally, the Finance Director provides oversight for SERRC’s Business Service clients.

As the organization’s Secretary/Treasurer, the Finance Director also holds responsibility for overseeing financial governance and compliance. In this role, the Finance Director offers critical financial insights and advice to support the Executive Director in making informed strategic decisions.

As a key member of the SERRC leadership team, the Finance Director collaborates closely with the Executive Director, Assistant Director, and HR Director to drive organizational goals.

Reports to:

Executive Director

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Accounting or equivalent field experience

Professional accounting experience at a managerial level, 5 years minimum

Governmental/fund accounting experience, 3 years minimum

School District accounting/business management experience, preferred

Valid AK driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience

Notary for the State of Alaska, preferred

Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and experience with non-profit accounting, preferred

Knowledge of laws and regulations related to business, finance and payroll

Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise and coordinate the activity of several employees

Demonstrated organizational and problem solving skills

Demonstrated effective oral and written communications skills

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft EXCEL and WORD and experience with financial reporting systems

Ability to work with people from diverse educational, cultural, social and economic backgrounds

Typical Duties:

Hire, train, supervise and evaluate business office staff

Advise the Executive Director regarding financial matters of the organization

Assist with the development and monitoring of SERRC’s annual budget including presentation to the Board of Directors

Coordinate and prepare for SERRC’s annual financial audit

Monitor cash flow and make recommendations regarding investments

Periodically examine internal controls and financial policies and make recommendations as needed

Manage Federal, State and local government grants and contracts

Manage and coordinate property, auto, workers comp and liability coverage; present recommendations to the Executive Director

Provide monthly financial report to the Executive Director

Prepare, submit and negotiate the organization’s annual Indirect Cost Rate proposal

Code SERRC expenditures

Monitor and track SERRC’s federal grant sub-recipient activity

Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and forms comply with regulatory and reporting requirements and are submitted in a timely fashion

Maintain a policy manual for the Finance Department

Other duties as assigned

Position Location:

Juneau, Alaska

Work Schedule:

260-day contract.

Benefits:

SERRC offers an excellent benefits package, including State of Alaska retirement plans (TRS/PERS), health benefits, and sick and annual/personal leave, depending on the length of the employment contract. Employees who work 173 days or more during the contract year are eligible for full-time benefits. All employees are eligible to participate in an employee-sponsored 403(b) plan and AFLAC.

SERRC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, SERRC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Executive Director or Director of HR.