Overview
Financial Operations Director Jobs in Baltimore, MD at Baltimore Regional Housing Partnership
The Opportunity
The Baltimore Regional Housing Partnership (BRHP), which operates the Baltimore Housing Mobility Program, is a 501(c)(3) that assists over 4,000 qualified families in moving from areas of concentrated poverty and obtaining quality and affordable housing in communities with strong schools, low crime, and ample job opportunities in high opportunity areas within Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard Counties.
BRHP is accepting applications for a Financial Operations Director who will be responsible for providing and overseeing the accounting and financial control work for the Finance Department. The Financial Operations Director will report directly to the Executive Director and will be a member of the Executive Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join one of the most innovative Housing Choice Voucher and housing mobility programs in the country.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage and oversee accounting functions
Oversee adherence to internal controls and regularly review any deficiencies for control adjustments in order to ensure compliance
Supervise and schedule staff of 4 to 6 in organization to support operations
Assist in the training and professional development of staff
Evaluate staff performance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work for the Financial Operations Director position. This is not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required.
Maintain full integrity of all revenues, ensuring organization policies and procedures, as well as state and federal laws and regulations, are followed
Supervise the disbursement of $8 million in housing assistance payments each month
Oversee grant-funded initiatives that include escrow account disbursements, establish budgets, and draft reports
Oversee all financial operations aspects related to ensuring organization’s goals are met
Compile fiscal estimates and prepare fiscal reports as requested
Ensures compliance with accounting procedures through observation, supervision, and testing
Develop procedures that ensure collections are complete and current
Oversee the preparation of annual budget and mid-year budget revision
Lead issuance of 1099s annually
Coordinate with external auditor on annual financial and single audit as well as on annual tax return
Coordinate with external retirement plan manager on 403b plan offerings
Prepare financial reports and schedules quarterly reconciliation meetings with Housing Authority of Baltimore City
Prepare internal bimonthly financial reports for Executive Director
Regularly attend professional training and continuing education webinars to stay abreast of regulatory changes
Coordinate the preparation of materials and follow-ups for the Executive Director and Finance Committee of the Board of Directors
Work closely with Human Resources to manage compensation process including biweekly payroll, periodic bonuses and annual cost of living adjustments
Liaise with banking partners
Assure adherence to contractual obligations and on-time payment of all vendors
Be a strategic partner to other members of the executive team, providing financial insights to guide decision making
Perform other related duties as requested
Required Knowledge and Skills
Excellent managerial skills and ability to evaluate the work of others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills including mindfulness and analytical thinking.
Working knowledge of organization’s applicable financial practices and procedures, as well as a thorough understanding of state and federal rules and regulations.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards (GASB) principles and practices of accounting, fiscal management and auditing, financial statement preparation.
Proficient with QuickBooks accounting software and Microsoft products in an enterprise environment.
General Requirements
Honesty and integrity
Strong work ethic
Professional behavior and respect for colleagues, clients and external partners
Collaborative, supportive approach to work, open-minded to learning new process with an ability to manage change
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, deadlines, and excellent time management
Experience working with a diverse population
Sense of humor
Track record of reliable attendance and punctuality
Essential Skills and Competencies
Excellent analytical skills.
Must be very attentive to detail.
Must possess a sense of urgency, exceptional organizational and follow-up skills.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional self-starter, with the ability to work independently, without much supervision, as well as work collaboratively with others.
Ability to prioritize changing priorities
Ability to create and maintain processes and policies.
Education and Experience:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
Five to 7 years of management experience in accounting and finance in a non-profit environment, or with a major CPA firm.
Preferred
CPA designation.
Experience working with a Housing Choice Voucher program or other affordable housing program.
Experience managing the accounting and payment processing components of the YARDI property management software.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume tailored to the Financial Operations opportunity to [email protected]
For more information about the organization, visit www.brhp.org
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: $130K-$150K annually
Please note: Though we are currently operating under a hybrid work model, an onsite/in-office presence is required!
Title: Financial Operations Director
Company: Baltimore Regional Housing Partnership
Location: Baltimore, MD
