Finance Director

Position Summary

The American Birding Association (ABA) seeks a full-time Finance Director. The Finance Director will report to ABA’s Executive Director and work closely with ABA’s Conservation & Operations Manager and public accountants. The Finance Director will act as ABA’s finance expert and be responsible for managing a variety of activities.

Financial Management

1. Analyze and present monthly financial reports and oversee all financial, project/program, and grants accounting.
2. Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors, and assess any changes deemed necessary.
3. Oversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior staff informed of the organization’s financial status.
4. Manage accounts payable, invoicing and receivables, organizational cash flow and forecasting.
5. Manage a robust financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to, and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
6. Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
7. Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters quarterly to the board of directors.

Human Resources and Administration

1. Further develop ABA’s human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
2. Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.
3. Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies, and procedures.
4. Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
5. Ensure employee insurance, benefits, payroll and taxes, and company insurance are reconciled, and payments made in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Extensive experience working in accounting, finance, or related fields.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial management principles.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate financial data.
• Strategic and critical thinking.
• Experience with Google Drive, Calendar, Sheets, and Docs.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Effective communication skills across various stakeholder groups.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst or Certified Financial Planner.
• Background in accounting for nonprofits.
• Experience with Gusto, Dext, Bill.com, Neon, and/or OS Media.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a fully remote 40 hour per week position with a salary range of $50,000 - $70,000. Benefits include employer match for simple IRA contributions, health/vision/dental insurance and basic life insurance.

The American Birding Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Candidates are considered without regards to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

How to apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@aba.org or mail them to:

Wayne Klockner

American Birding Association

204 S 25th Street, #3070

Colorado Springs, CO 80934