American Birding Association Seeks Full-time Finance Director

The American Birding Association (ABA) seeks a full-time Finance Director. The Finance Director will report to ABA’s Executive Director and work closely with ABA’s Conservation & Operations Manager and public accountants. The Finance Director will function as ABA’s finance expert and be responsible for managing a variety of activities, including, but not limited to:

Financial Management

1. Analyze and present monthly financial reports and oversee all financial, project/program, and grants accounting.
2. Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors, and assess any changes deemed necessary.
3. Oversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior staff informed of the organization’s financial status.
4. Manage accounts payable, invoicing and receivables, organizational cash flow and forecasting.
5. Manage a robust financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to, and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
6. Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
7. Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters quarterly to the board of directors.

Human Resources and Administration

1. Further develop ABA’s human resources and administration, enhancing professional       development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
2. Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.
3. Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies, and procedures.
4. Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
5. Ensure employee insurance, benefits, payroll and taxes, and company insurance are reconciled, and payments made in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Extensive experience working in accounting, finance, or related fields.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial management principles.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate financial data.
• Strategic and critical thinking.
• Experience with Google Drive, Calendar, Sheets, and Docs.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Effective communication skills across various stakeholder groups

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst or Certified Financial Planner.
• Background in accounting for nonprofits.
• Experience with Gusto, Dext, Bill.com, Neon, and/or OS Media.
• Familiarity with birds and birding a plus

How to apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@aba.org or mail them to:

Wayne Klockner
American Birding Association
204 S 25^th Street, #3070
Colorado Springs, CO 80934