The Director of Finance will be a strategic thought-partner, and report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The successful candidate will be a hands-on, participative manager, and lead the development of the internal team to support the following areas: finance, business planning and budgeting, and support human resources functions.
The Director of Finance will play a critical role in partnering with the executive leadership team in strategic decision making and operations for both the American College of Genetics & Genomics and the ACMG Foundation for Genetic and Genomic Medicine as we continue to enhance quality programming and build capacity. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and accounting leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of well-respected, high-impact organizations. Accounting & Finance Functions 50%Manages and oversees the accounting and finance function for both ACMG and ACMGF. Monitors the finances of the organization on a daily basis and prepares financial statements on a regular basis for both ACMG and ACMGF Board of Directors.Supervises and works with staff accountants.Monitors procurement, ensuring appropriate procedures are followed and documentation is maintained.Approves journal entries, invoices, payroll reports, payroll allocations, and timesheets.Manages the annual audit process for the College and the Foundation and supports the preparation of the 990s for each organization.Monitors investments and cashflows of the College and Foundation.  Works with the investment advisor on management of ACMG and ACMGF funds.Financial Reconciliation & Payroll 20%Oversees daily banking requirements.Responds to inquiries from the staff regarding financial results, special reporting requests, etc.Develops and implements new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.Performs month-end close on a monthly basis and ensures all the bank statements are reconciled.Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.Process payroll twice a month and ensure tax compliance with the federal and state government.Updates annual and ad hoc compensation changes and payroll deductionsSupport Other Departments 20%Reviews expense reports submitted for reimbursement by staff or meeting attendees.Collaborates with the other  department directors to support program activities.Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.Provide training to new and existing staff accountant as needed regarding accounting policies.Administration, Reporting & Analysis 10%Partners with the CEO to prepare Foundation grant and contract applications including budget creation, data collection, and funds disbursement.Staff Liaison to ACMG/ACMGF Treasurers, and the ACMG Finance, ACMGF Finance, and ACMG/ACMGF Joint Audit Committees.Staff liaison with outside consultants (auditors, indirect accountants, 990s preparers, and investment advisor).Maintains active participation in financial industry curriculum, events and meetings to stay current on industry practices and provide resources to organization.Works with accounting staff closely following the accounting policies and procedures manual on procurement, collection of receipts and disbursements.Other duties as assigned.