Overview
Full-Time; Non – Exempt
Beginning July 2022, CCF will resume in-office work, five (5) days per week.
Only applicants who reside in the Los Angeles Region will be considered.
***CCF IS A MANDATORY VACCINATION EMPLOYER**
California Community Foundation’s mission is to lead positive systemic change that strengthens Los Angeles communities. We envision a future where all Angelenos have the opportunity to contribute to the productivity, health and well-being of our region. And we believe that our common fate will be determined by how successfully we improve the quality of life for all our residents. The impact we help create is of, by and for Los Angeles, because the community is our foundation.
CCF seeks to build a strong and diverse community. We strive to be an employer of choice – offering a competitive compensation package, development opportunities and a rewarding environment. CCF believes in equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or other protected status. We consider qualified applicants in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws.
Position Summary: The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for the preparation and analysis of California Community Foundation’s (CCF) financial statements, audit schedules, and tax returns.
Major Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting: Prepares and distributes financial statements, department budgets and other financial reports as needed. Ensures that reports, filings, and documentations comply with company’s regulations, professional standards, and GAAP reporting guidelines. Maintains and strengthens internal controls over financial reporting.
Audit: Prepares financial statements, disclosures, and audit schedules for CCF’s year-end financial audit. Responsible for implementation of new accounting standards and with accounting for complex transactions.
Taxation: Prepares supporting documentation for Form 990 and 990-T tax return preparation for CCF and supporting organizations, including analysis of partnership income, UBIT, and net operating loss carryforwards.
Surveys: Researches and collects information for external surveys.
Special Projects: Participates in special projects in cooperation with the Director of Financial Reporting, Director of Accounting, Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and others.
General: As appropriate, assists other departments and works as a member of interdepartmental teams to ensure the effective and efficient operations of CCF. At all times, demonstrates cooperative behavior with supervisors and co-workers. Other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function assigned satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Experience: 5+ years’ experience in the field of finance required. Experience in accounting, financial reporting, audits, tax preparation, budgeting, information systems, and nonprofit sector is preferred. Experience in a nonprofit, preferably in endowment management, is preferred.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required. CPA preferred.
- Communication Skills: Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent customer service skills to external and internal constituents. Excellent listening skills and follow through. Professional attitude and demeanor to appropriately and professionally represent the organization with both internal and external customers.
- Technology Skills: Advanced knowledge and experience, and expert proficiency with computer software applications: MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint amongst others. Working knowledge of Blackbaud software preferred, with a willingness and ability to learn appropriate database, spreadsheet and other computer programs.
- Project Management Skills: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to lead and manage projects, prioritize work effectively and adjust to multiple demands. Regularly takes the initiative to recognize problems, and clearly explain potential solutions.
- Team Work & General Skills: Ability to work independently and successfully prioritize and manage multiple projects with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Highly motivated, takes initiative, participates as an effective and engaged team member and follow tasks through to completion.