Job Description

Full-time: 40 hours per week

Primary Team Leader: Vice President, Finance

FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt, Benefits Eligible

Location: Kansas City Metro Area

This critical role is responsible for overseeing a wide range of financial functions, including record keeping, budgeting, financial reporting, and cash management. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal procedures while working collaboratively across departments to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the creation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts; track actual performance against targets.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Cash Management: Oversee daily cash flow operations, process payments, and ensure liquidity needs are met.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Payroll Processing: Assist with timely and accurate payroll administration.
• Tax Preparation and Audit Support: Collaborate closely with the outside firm to provide all needed information for the successful completion of annual audit and tax return. Support the preparation of tax returns and relevant documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements in financial procedures.
• Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• System Maintenance: Update and maintain financial systems and databases.
• Active support of Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City’s values:

-Humility- We are part of something bigger than ourselves.

-Courage- We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.

-Accountability- We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

• Other duties as assigned.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $73,000.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Motivation and ability to learn all aspects of the Habitat for Humanity business model.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining financial concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and other relevant accounting principles.
• Knowledge of applicable financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Master’s Degree in related field or Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in financial administration.
• Prior work with non-profit accounting is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements Necessary to Perform This Job:

Individual may need to sit or stand as needed. The position may require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. The individual may reach above shoulder heights or below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. ?Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Individual may be subject to intermittent moderate noise levels.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Individual may be required to sit or stand as needed. The position may require walking primarily on a level surface at various times throughout the day. The individual may reach above shoulder heights or below the waist or lift as required to file documents, store materials, or move materials on the job site throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. Individual may be subject to intermittent moderate noise levels.