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Finance & Accounting Manager

Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Executive Director

FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Grade S3-B: $62,400 Annually, DOE

Organization Overview

Fairbanks Rescue Mission is a Christ-centered, faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to demonstrating the love of Jesus Christ by providing shelter, hope, and transformational services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. For over 75 years, we have served Interior Alaska by operating the region's only year-round emergency shelter while providing meals, case management, residential recovery support, and pathways toward stability. Guided by our values of compassion, dignity, stewardship, and servant leadership, we serve all people with respect while operating in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Position Summary

The Finance & Accounting Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the financial and accounting operations of Fairbanks Rescue Mission. This position ensures the integrity of the organization's financial records, maintains compliance with applicable accounting standards and grant requirements, and provides accurate financial reporting to executive leadership and the Board of Directors. Responsibilities include budgeting, financial planning and analysis, cash management, grant administration, internal controls, audit coordination, and oversight of the organization's accounting functions.

As a strategic financial partner to executive leadership, the Finance & Accounting Manager provides sound financial guidance to support informed decision-making, organizational sustainability, and responsible stewardship of the Mission's resources. This position is committed to conducting all financial activities with integrity, accountability, transparency, and excellence while supporting Fairbanks Rescue Mission's Christ-centered mission and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Direct and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and liquidity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop financial analyses to support Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Assist with long-range financial planning and forecasting.

Budgeting

• Lead the annual organizational budgeting process.
• Monitor departmental budgets and provide variance analyses.
• Prepare financial projections and cash flow forecasts.
• Recommend budget adjustments based on operational needs.

Grant & Contract Administration

• Oversee financial management of federal, state, local, and private grants.
• Ensure expenditures comply with grant agreements and funding requirements.
• Prepare financial reports and reimbursement requests.
• Monitor restricted funds and grant budgets.
• Coordinate financial documentation for grant audits and monitoring.

Accounting & Internal Controls

• Maintain the integrity of the organization's accounting system.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Review reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.

Compliance & Audit

• Coordinate annual financial audits and Single Audits.
• Serve as primary contact with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Prepare required financial schedules and supporting documentation.
• Maintain documentation supporting financial compliance.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements for leadership and the Board.
• Present financial reports and explain financial performance.
• Analyze trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Ensure timely vendor payments and customer collections.
• Review disbursements and maintain appropriate approval controls.
• Monitor aging reports and outstanding receivables.

Asset & Risk Management

• Maintain fixed asset records.
• Coordinate insurance renewals and claims documentation.
• Monitor organizational financial risks.
• Assist with contract review from a financial perspective.

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise accounting and finance staff.
• Provide training and guidance on accounting procedures.
• Evaluate departmental processes and implement improvements.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Mission Alignment

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission and values of Fairbanks Rescue Mission.
• Support the organization's Christ-centered ministry while treating all clients, volunteers, and staff with dignity and respect.
• Uphold the organization's standards of ethics, integrity, and stewardship.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• CPA or CMA preferred.

Experience

• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, MIP Fund Accounting, or similar nonprofit financial management systems).
• Five or more years of progressively responsible accounting and financial management experience.
• Experience with federal grant compliance, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and Single Audits preferred.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting and grant management preferred.
• Experience coordinating annual audits.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge

• GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Federal and state grant compliance requirements.
• Financial statement preparation.
• Budget development and management.
• Internal controls and risk management.
• Financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office environment.
• Occasional evening Board or committee meetings.
• Additional hours may be required during audit, budget preparation, and year-end close.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fairbanks Rescue Mission provides equal employment opportunities consistent with applicable federal and state law. As a faith-based religious organization, Fairbanks Rescue Mission reserves the right to employ individuals whose beliefs and conduct align with the organization's sincerely held religious beliefs and mission, as permitted by law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vision and dental insurance
• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to CShort@fairbanksrescuemission.org or mail or deliver application materials to:

Fairbanks Rescue Mission
Attn: Crystal Short, HR Director
723 27th Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Fairbanks Rescue Mission reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties and responsibilities as organizational needs change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.