<p>Be Part of our Circle.</p> <p>We empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best life. That is our mission-not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.</p> <p>To further our mission of helping individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to live their best possible lives, the St. Louis Arc is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic professional to join our accounting team as the Assistant Director of Finance. This is a full-time, 40 hours/week (M-F) salaried role with an annual salary of $78,000-$82,000 DOE.</p> <p>What you will do:</p> <p>The Assistant Director of Finance will ensure sound financial management of agency funds through a combination of accounting responsibilities and leadership to the finance team. This position will work with the Director of Finance and CFO to support finance, business planning, budgeting, program and funding source compliance requirements.</p> <ul> <li>Adhere to Arc Core Values of Respect, Collaboration, and Empowerment </li><li>Perform and support day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, journal entries and general ledger maintenance. </li><li>Implement, maintain, and ensure compliance with sound business policies, internal controls, and accounting practices. </li><li>Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements for critical government and grant funding sources. </li><li>Coordinate and support the annual independent auditin collaboration with the Finance Director and Accounting Manager. </li><li>Ensure compliance with funder requirements and support the development and reporting for grants, renewals, and proposals. </li><li>Collaborate with department leaders to analyze financial performance, prepare dashboards, and reports to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership. </li><li>Manage or support staff in using financial software systems, ensuring effective functionality and training as needed. </li><li>Monitor data integrity and lead efforts to identify and implement process improvementsthat enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency. </li><li>Oversee the management and documentation of organizational credit card transactions in compliance with internal and external requirements. </li><li>Lead or support the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. </li><li>Support all St. Louis Arc diversity and disability inclusion practices/initiatives </li></ul> <p>What you can expect from us:</p> <p>We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.</p> <ul> <li>We'll help you help others. You'll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support. </li><li>You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better-and serve others better. </li><li>Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation. </li><li>Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being such as health insurance, retirement, and time off. </li></ul> <p>What we expect of you:</p> <p>The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting related field, MBA/CPA preferred </li><li>Three years of overall professional experience, with two or more years of broad financial and operational management experience </li><li>Two or more years of financial accounting experience </li><li>One or more years of supervisory experience a plus </li></ul> <p>We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of reporting and audit coordination for an organization, department or division </li><li>Knowledge of grant management and/or government funding </li><li>Proven track record of determining key data elements to capture reporting for varied stake holders/funding sources </li><li>Proficiency with windows based accounting systems </li><li>High Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel </li><li>Proficiency with technology and database knowledge </li><li>Proven ability to navigate other business systems such as CRM's or Case Management systems </li><li>Demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret specific regulations with an ability to implement internal policy and procedures </li><li>Excellent communication and relationship building skills </li><li>Strong ability to manage varied projects </li><li>Ability to collaborate with varied levels of staff </li></ul> <p>Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.</p> <p>Apply today.</p> <p>About St. Louis Arc:</p> <p>Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust in the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</p>