Delta Institute is a nonprofit organization with program work across its three strategic priority areas: energy, ecosystems and waste. Delta works in partnership with business, government and communities in the Great Lakes region to create and implement innovative, market-driven solutions that build environmental resilience, economic vitality and healthy communities.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Manager of Finance & Operations is responsible for providing leadership for fiscal operations, financial reporting, administrative operations, human resources and information technology functions of the organization. The position reports to the Chief Executive Officer and works closely with the Finance committee and Board of Directors.
Responsibilities
Financial Management
Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of record keeping, the effectiveness of internal controls and the adequate safeguarding of the organization’s assets
Manage the accounting for all affiliated organizations
Work collaboratively with CEO, Finance Committee, and Senior Management to prepare the organization’s annual budget for Board approval and any budget updates as requested by the Board
Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis including bank reconciliations
Produce periodic financial performance reports for the CEO, senior management, the Board of Directors, and the Finance Committee
Work with independent auditors to complete the annual financial audit
Coordinate and manage Form 990 preparation as well as the preparation and distribution of Form 1099-Misc
Identify critical gaps in administrative resources and tools and make recommendations to CEO
Human Resource Management
Acting as the director of human resources, manage and oversee the human resource function in collaboration with senior management, including:
Recruitment, hiring, and compensation administration
Benefits administration and oversight
Professional training and development, including new employee orientation
Retention strategies
Performance management process
Regulatory oversight and legal compliance
Support an environment where diversity and innovation is valued and embrace a culture where team members can perform in a high impact and efficient manner
Operations Management
Conduct the procurement, monitoring and management of business insurances
Office management: oversee administrative functions, ensuring smooth daily operations of office and equipment
Board/Committee Liaison
Assist the CEO in providing staff support and guidance to the board
Oversee the scheduling and coordination of board meetings
Prepare board materials
Maintain board handbooks, directories, resolutions, and other documents
Act as staff liaison to relevant board committees
Management (Administrative/Accounting Staff)
Develop and manage work plans coaching employees to achieve highest performance
Prepare and deliver performance plans and evaluations
Qualifications
At least 10 years of overall professional experience
Demonstrated experience in financial management and accounting, ideally in the nonprofit sector.
Experience should include legal, audit, compliance, budget, and resource development.
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systems.
Highly experienced user of QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and other technology
Excellent planner, analytical, organized, and a strategic thinker
Exceptional people skills and high level of proficiency in written and oral communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed with demonstrated passion for Delta’s mission and commitment to working collaboratively with a leadership team
All Delta employees are
Innovative and creative problem solvers
Reliable and take pride in the quality of their work
Adaptable and prepare for problems and opportunities in advance
Collaborative and strongly value their working relationships
How to apply
To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume as one pdf to careers@delta-institute.org with the subject “Finance/Operations.” Delta Institute offers a competitive salary and benefits package and an innovative, fun and collaborative work environment. Delta is an equal opportunity employer.
No phone calls or staffing agency inquiries, please.