Finance Directo

Finance Director (Full-Time) – Sacramento, CA

Expected Hourly Commitment: Full time (expected 40 hour/week, but may occasionally require additional hours/flexible schedule).

Compensation and Benefits: $80,000 to $90,000 annually, plus additional annual salary premiums and benefits:

• $3,000:
  Current CPA license
• $1,000:
  Current CMA certification
• $1,000:
  Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: BS or BA in Accounting, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
• $2,000:
  Master’s degree in any of the following:
  Accounting (MSA or MAcc); MBA with a concentration in Accounting
• $1,000:
  Verifiable 2+ years professional experience with full-charge utilization of Sage Intacct
• $2,000:
  Verifiable 3+ years in a management or higher professional finance role with a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with annual operating budget of $1M or higher
• 3 weeks’ vacation/PTO annual accrual to start (accrual rate increases with length of service)
• 100% company paid “Silver Level” Dental, Vision and Health insurance
• 10 paid holidays annually
• 1 day paid volunteering time off
• 5 sick days accrued annually (up to 120 hours accrual limit)
• Professional development opportunities and advancement potential

Flexible schedule. ~80% remote with occasional in-person meetings or on-site tasks at administrative offices. First three months of onboarding/training period may require a greater proportion of in-person work. Must reside in CA.

Administrative Office currently located in South Sacramento (95820), but there are multiple program sites throughout Sacramento County.

This position reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer.

At this pivotal moment in time, Alchemist CDC is rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of the organization. This position is newly created, and as such, the Finance Director will have a unique opportunity to shape new financial policies and procedures alongside the changing needs of the organization.

Alchemist CDC is a mission-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that connects Sacramento area communities to land, food, and opportunity – toward a vision in which all neighborhoods are vibrant, equitable, healthy, and diverse. Our programs enhance the quality of life in under-resourced communities by improving access to nutritious foods, implementing community-supported public green spaces, and fostering economic self-sufficiency through business entrepreneurship and workforce development.

Learn more about our organization and programs at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

• Provide leadership and mentorship to our small accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability, including managing two or more accounting staff (currently a generalist bookkeeper and an Accounts Payable Specialist, with additional growth expected).
• Provide training and support to finance staff.
• Collaborate with multiple departments across the organization to ensure they have the financial support and documentation they need to carry out their programs effectively, including providing budget analysis training as needed.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including banks, auditors, funders, and other financial service providers.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders to develop and implement strategies and systems that support the organization’s mission and goals, including regular check-ins with the CEO.
• Lead the Financial Audit Committee, collaborating with other committee members to provide guidance and insight.
• Protect and ensure the integrity of program financial records. Manage and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis (currently utilizing Sage Intacct accounting systems).
• Protect the organization’s revenues and assets to achieve sustainable growth and excellent service delivery.
• Partner with Development staff to ensure accurate donation processing, reporting for fundraising events, donations, grants, and contracts.
• Generate, present and explain financial statements and KPI to senior leadership.
• Oversee accounts payable, including coding and…