Winnakee Land Trust (WLT) seeks a team player with accounting experience, preferably in the non-profit sector, to lead WLT’s accounting and finance operations. The WLT Finance Manager will work in partnership with the Executive Director and the Director of Administration. This full-time, year-round position oversees WLT's accounting operations, financial activity, records, and reporting.
Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using QuickBooks Online. Record and classify financial transactions, including income, expenses, and other financial activities, in accordance with accounting principles and nonprofit regulations. Track all assets and dispositions of WLT property. Maintain Fixed Asset Inventory List for capitalization and depreciation.
Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage all aspects of day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting, including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, journal entries, and bank reconciliation in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Process invoices, payments, and receipts. Process and review all invoices and pay all invoices in a timely manner, including employee expense reimbursement forms. Prepare checks and manage staff P-Card accounts; verify payment accuracy and maintain vendor relationships.
Budget Management: Assist in developing and monitoring the organization’s budget. Track income and expenses against the budget and report regularly to the management team or relevant stakeholders. Support the Executive Director in developing and analyzing the annual organization budget. Support Program Managers in developing grant proposal budgets.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, such as statements of activity, statements of financial position, statements of cash flow, and statements of functional expenses. Generate financial reports regularly for internal analysis and external reporting requirements.
Grant Compliance: Ensure compliance with grant financial requirements by accurately tracking and documenting expenditures, preparing financial reports, and providing supporting documentation as needed.
Donor Management: Maintain accurate financial records of donor contributions and pledges. Communicate pertinent information to development staff to support the generation of acknowledgments and receipts for donations and assist with donor reporting and communication as required.
Audit and Compliance: Coordinate with outside Auditors in preparation for year-end audits, IRS 990s, and CHAR 500 filings. Provide necessary documentation and support to ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations and accounting standards. Serve as staff liaison to the audit and compliance committee of the board and provide general support to board-related activities, as required.
Financial Policies and Procedures: Help develop and maintain financial policies and procedures that promote sound financial management practices and internal controls. Serve as staff liaison to the finance committee of the board and provide general support to board-related activities, as required. Maintain accounting procedures and policies and internal control systems to ensure the integrity of all financial systems.
Other: Be a key interface with banks and investment institutions and be responsible for cash management (e.g., anticipating cash needs and transferring funds to ensure sufficient cash is available at all times). Perform non-routine tasks requiring strong judgment and initiative. Ensure discretion, confidentiality, and security in the execution of all duties.
Winnakee Land Trust (WLT) seeks a team player with accounting experience, preferably in the non-profit sector, to lead WLT’s accounting and finance operations. The WLT Finance Manager will work in partnership with the…
Winnakee Land Trust offers competitive and progressive benefits, including health insurance, a retirement plan, and generous PTO.
Winnakee Land Trust offers competitive and progressive benefits, including health insurance, a retirement plan, and generous PTO.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Position is open until filled. For best consideration, submit applications prior to May 10, 2024, with reviews and interviews happening on a rolling basis.