Job Description
Director of Finance and Operations
ABOUT NEW YORK CARES
New York Cares exists to turn passion into action, leverage resources through partnership, and create long-lasting change across New York City. We've become the City's leading volunteer management organization by adapting and responding to our most pressing community needs – from everyday challenges like food insecurity and educational inequity to relief efforts in response to 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic. As we grow our team, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, finds a place of belonging, and brings their authentic self to work.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS
The Director of Finance and Operations, who reports directly to the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, plays a crucial role in guiding the organization towards achieving its financial objectives, adhering to regulatory standards, and promoting a culture of accountability and ongoing enhancement. This individual is tasked with managing all financial and fiduciary duties within the organization, which includes ensuring the promptness and precision of financial reports and budgeting procedures, performing strategic analysis of business operations and future projections, and supervising a team of four finance and accounting professionals.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement robust financial controls and policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices, thereby demonstrating a high level of financial acumen and accountability.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure adherence to financial controls, providing guidance and support, and fostering a culture of financial responsibility across the organization through strategic communication and training.
- Drive the work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into financial practices, developing policies and procedures that advance organizational goals.
- Oversee the accurate and timely production and maintenance of the organization's accounting books, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and standards.
- Manage financial transactions with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring proper recording, classification, and integrity of financial data.
- Lead the finance team in reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies, emphasizing solutions-focused and stakeholder-focused approaches.