Finance Director

Position Summary

The Finance Director is responsible for financial plans and policies, the development, interpretation, and implementation of financial controls, and safeguarding the investment of Agency assets. This position manages and directs auditing, accounting, treasury, budgeting, payroll, revenue cycle and related fiscal activity. In addition, the Finance Director has responsibility to maximize the financial position of the Agency and to advise executives and the Board of Directors on financial matters that affect profitability and growth consistent with the Strategic Plan.

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

• CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
• CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the finance department including accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial performance forecasts, risk management, payroll and other fiscal matters.
• Develops, recommends, and implements financial policies and procedures to improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the Agency.
• Interfaces with auditors and manages the yearly financial audit.
• Protects the assets of the Agency by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
• Compares financial performance with operating plans and standards.
• Provides reports and interprets the results of operations to all levels of management and the Board
• Forecasts short-range and long-range cash requirements and obligations, as a basis for maintaining adequate funds.
• Keeps the CEO informed of the Agency’s performance and provides financial advice.
• Executes cash disbursements for payment of corporate and divisional expenditures in accordance with disbursement policies.
• Monitors financial performance and advises management regarding variances to budget.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of all required quarterly and annual filings.
• Directs the timely contract and other billing preparation in accordance with grant or contract requirements and monitors accounts receivable for timely payment.
• Directs and manages the finance department including hiring, training, development, discipline and technical guidance.
• Drives for Agency business.
• Performs other special assignments at supervisor’s request.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong computer software skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Broad knowledge of financial/technology applications.
• In depth financial, accounting and technology experience.
• Travel to other locations as necessary.

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting is required.
• Accounting Degree is highly desireable
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of progressively more responsible or expansive experience is required.
• Two (2) years of supervisory responsibility, is required.
• Knowledge of accounting and payroll software systems is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• None required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does have management and supervisory responsibilities of direct reports.

Our Mission

In the spirit of our Catholic tradition, we lead our diverse communities with hope and compassion by offering innovative, collaborative programs. Through our team of highly trained employees, dedicated volunteers and generous community, we deliver the highest quality social services.

Our Vision

Following in the footsteps of Christ, we are the leaders in empowering people to achieve their God given potential by providing help and creating hope.

Our Values

• Compassion
• Collaboration
• Compliance
• Service to All People
• Sanctity of All Life

CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency