Director of Finance and Administration

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development

Hispanic Advocacy and Community Empowerment through Research (HACER) is the only advocacy-driven, Latino-specific research organization in the Upper Midwest. HACER has been working with the Latino community in MN and beyond, since 1988. Our mission is to engage Latino Minnesotans through research, evaluation, and community action to promote equitable representation at all levels of institutional decisions and policy change.

To help us drive this mission, we are seeking a Director of Finance and Administration. We are seeking a professional who is responsible for the financial well-being of our organization. You will play a vital role in the decision-making process by providing financial analysis and guidance to upper management.

Responsibilities for the Director of Finance and Administration role include:
Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth
Responsible for the financial management of each project HACER supports
Manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management activities
Lead the preparation of financial statements and reports to stakeholders
Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to senior management
Oversee the development and implementation of internal controls, including drafting and maintaining administrative and financial policies
Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams on financial matters
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and regulations and ensure compliance
Develop and maintain relationships with financial institutions and external partners
Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes and systems
Supervision of the Accounting Manager and Administrative Assistant

Required qualifications for the Director of Finance and Administration role include:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a financial management role
Spanish fluency would be preferred
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial management software
Excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to multitask
Concrete knowledge of current data-gathering techniques and technology
Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems independently and in a team
Successfully manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
Able to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance
Adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, professionalism, sensitivity, confidentiality

• Ability to attend In-Person meetings at the St. Paul, MN office, at least twice a week
• Ability to travel throughout Minnesota.

Benefits for the Director of Finance and Administration role include:
Fifteen (15) PTO Days and Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year prorated 1st year based on
date of hire
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee benefit stipend provided for purchase of insurance benefits
HACERs work environment is equity and social justice based, relaxed atmosphere and mission focused
Support professional or personal development

If this sounds like an excellent opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today at: HISPANIC ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY EMP (careerplug.com)

Who we are: Diversity and open expression are fundamental to the work of HACER. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where everyone can belong. Every member of our team enriches our work by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our sector: individuals who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQI+ and gender fluid or gender nonconforming, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, people of any age or family status. We encourage you to apply even if you feel like you don't fit 100% of the technical requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or a protected veterans status.

Flexible work from home options available.