SVP, Accounting and Financial Reporting

Overview

The SVP of Accounting and Financial Reporting is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Accounting and Finance Departments of the agency. This includes overseeing and assisting the accounting staff to ensure the smooth operation of Accounting operations, Audits, Budgets, Payroll, and Financial Statements. They will prepare various reports due to governmental authorities, management and outside organizations as needed, and supervise Accounting Staff, Revenue Cycle Staff, and Entitlements.

The Center for Family Support (CFS) mission is to provide support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities. We are the first agency in New York to achieve the Council on Quality and Leadership Certification (CQL). By achieving this certification, it shows our commitment and dedication to creating services that enhance and improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Our industry-leading benefits include:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Flow management, Internal and External Financial Reporting, and Forecasting.
• Lead the timely month‑end closing process and ensure the accuracy of all general ledger postings and monthly analysis.
• Collaborate with VP of Finance and AVP of Finance on annual planning and rolling forecasts; deliver insightful budget‑to‑actual analysis and variance narratives.
• Manage the annual audit and work with the outside auditors to produce reports, reconciliations, schedules, and other documents in a timely manner, including the annual audit of the financial statements and pension plans, Uniform Guidance Single Audit, audit of government programs, the New York State Consolidated Fiscal Report, workers’ compensation, and specific program audits. Assist the auditors in preparation of IRS Form 990 and charitable registration filings for New York and New Jersey.
• Responsible for the maintenance of a system of internal controls; ensuring compliance by all staff with fiscal policies and procedures. Update, add, enforce, or modify accounting policies and procedures as needed.
• Lead initiatives and provide oversight for integrating financial workflow operations across system platforms to enable better efficiencies impacting financial reporting and process workflows.
• Responsible for managing the completion of the Consolidated Fiscal Report, maintaining a thorough knowledge of reimbursement rules and regulations in both New York and New Jersey, and keeping CFS in compliance with those regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the entire agency. Assist and prepare various reports to provide guidance and support to program services and administrative departments.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing accounting team; set clear goals, coaching rhythms, and development plans.

• Minimum requirement: BA in Accounting;
  Master's or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably working with not‑for‑profit organizations.
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• 5+ years of government funding experience, preferably with OPWDD
• Excellent knowledge of Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

The Center for Family Support provides equal employment opportunities to all. We celebrate the wonderful qualities that make each of us unique and greatly value how they enrich the work we do. If you want to work with a caring group of people making a difference in the lives of the people we serve, apply today!

USD $ - USD $ /Yr.