The Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti Ministry has a paid job opening for a part-time Financial Manager averaging 8 to 12 hours per week over a fifty-two-week period.
Looking for someone with a BS degree in accounting/finance; proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, QuickBooks, and familiarity or willing to learn Raiser’s Edge.
Duties include but are not limited to managing bookkeeping & general ledger functions, including but not limited to, payables, receivables, revenue, and expenses; maintaining financial records; and ensuring all federal, state and local taxes are paid.
An application may be obtained by contacting Susan Wallace at susan.wallace@outreachtohaiti.org or calling 860-800-3604
Full Job Description
Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti, Inc.
Part-time Financial Manager Position
Program: Finance
Location: Norwich
Classification: Non-Exempt
Status: Part-Time
Reports to: Executive Director
JOB SUMMARY
The Financial Manager works under the direction of the Outreach to Haiti Executive Director. The at-will position is responsible for stewardship of financial resources for the Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti in accordance with Outreach policies and procedures. This is a critical position responsible for fiscal reporting, budget oversight and preparation, general ledger, payment of bills, and assuring all general accounting principles and practices are followed and accurate financial records are maintained.
This is a part-time position that will average 8 to 12 hours per week over a fifty-two-week period.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Financial
- Prepares interim reports, including financial statements and budget to actual reports and all other financial reports.
- Manages relationships with banks and through the executive director, the corporate members of Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti, Inc., regarding the management of accounts and problem-solving regarding financial matters.
- Manages bookkeeping and general ledger functions, including but not limited to, payables, receivables, revenue, and expenses.
- Maintains operational and financial records.
- Ensures all federal, state and local taxes are paid in accordance with laws and/or regulations. Outreach to Haiti only pays state tax and then only sales tax associated with the artisan program. For the federal, we review the 990 prepared by the auditors for which we provide information that includes the functional expense exhibit (allocating expenses among programs / administrative and development functions). The FE takes a few days to do and requires familiarity with operations.
- Prepare the annual report for the Secretary of State and the annual CT Charitable Registration Filing.
- Maintains forms W-9 from vendors and year-end processing and filing of forms 1099.
- Cash flow management.
Administrative
- Works with the Finance Committee of the Board and Executive Director.
- Ensure best practices are in place.
- Prepares accurate and complete monthly financial reports for the organization’s operation and for the U.S. Twin Parishes.
- Assists in the planning of financial stewardship and long-range planning efforts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Advanced computer software skills in Excel and QuickBooks and familiarity with or willing to learn how to work with donor databases (i.e., Raiser’s Edge) to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
- Knowledge of accounting and record-keeping principles and practices.
- Knowledge of cash flow management.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply budgetary principles
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and trust. Ability to maintain accurate collection and deposit records.
- Ability to provide accurate reports and assessments of financial trends, as well as ad hoc reporting requests.
- Ability to communicate and offer assistance in regard to finances and recordkeeping, as needed.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work with small groups of volunteers and interact with diverse populations.
- Be organized and exhibit “follow through’ on tasks and goals
- Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability.
- Ability to analyze and organize information.
- Perform all duties on a timely basis.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 2+ years of Accounting/Bookkeeping experience, preferably in a non-profit environment.
- Experience in general business management.