Work to prevent cruelty to animals, join Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) as its Director of Finance.
spcaLA seeks a candidate with a proven background in nonprofit finance to lead the fiscal operations and ensure the financial health of Los Angeles’ first and finest animal welfare organization.
Reporting to the President/CEO, the Director of Finance is responsible for all aspects of accounting.
At spcaLA, you will enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits (including 401K with matching), and the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a meaningful difference to people and animals in our community.
Key Responsibilities
Oversight of the monthly and annual close process
Preparation of financial statements, audit, and tax schedules
Budgeting and forecasting
Supervision of staff accountants and day-to-day department operations
Exemplification of spcaLA’s core values of compassion and respect for others as a member of the spcaLA Management Team
Key Duties
Bank and Investment account reconciliations
Fixed Asset acquisition, disposal and purge reports
Review, download and distribute Board and general financial statements
Month-end investment income posting
Sales tax prepayments and quarterly return
Prepare Form 571-L Property Tac Returns and Welfare Exemption Claim
Review and calculate City Sheltering Contracts
Prepare month & year-end journal entries
Provide all documentation required for the annual audit and Form 990 preparation Liaise with the Board, banks, brokers, auditors, tax preparers, City representatives Prepare Letter of Credit Compliance Certificates
Record stock gifts in the financial record
Review and maintain G/L accounts
Analyze and advise on the financial aspects of lease, insurance, purchase, and other agreements Support the agency in all financial endeavors, and provide support, guidance, and analysis in other areas as needed
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Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred) 7+ years’ financial management experience (Nonprofit preferred)
A full working knowledge of financial and managerial accounting as well as an understanding of tax accounting
Strong knowledge of accounting software (Blackbaud’s Financial Edge 7/NXT preferred) Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs and payroll management software (ADP Payroll Now preferred)
Experience with merchant account management solutions
This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits.
Salary depends on the length and breadth of experience.
This position is based at the spcaLA Administrative Office in Los Angeles (5026 W Jefferson Blvd), but the Director of Finance will periodically work remotely and at other spcaLA locations.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to jobs@spcaLA.com.