Finance Manager
Description:
About the Job:
The Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team! The position will be responsible for the day-to-day and yearly financial and accounting activities of the Chamber. As an operating 501(c)(6), it is preferred that applicants have experience in not-for-profit accounting, but this may not be required for the right applicant. The position will be part of a dynamic, hardworking, passionate team.
About the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce:
“Big Enough to Serve, Small Enough Care”
The Chamber is dedicated to creating worthwhile experiences for its members. Between events, initiatives, and community involvement, we work hard to create value for our membership. We pride ourselves in being a part of the Rensselaer County Regional business community, and as our region continues to grow exponentially, our goal is to grow and develop with the changing landscape of the business community.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee financial policies and procedures including but not limited to, accurate and consistent recording, and reporting of all financial matters including budgeting, external financial reporting, internal financial reporting, periodic and monthly reports to the Board of Directors.
- Provide and be prepared to present financial reports for President, Board of Directors Treasurer, and Chair monthly and on an as needed basis.
- Present work shops for Board of Directors on annual budget process.
- Monitor and record daily financial transactions within the Chamber.
- Responsible for timely payment of all invoices.
- Provide reports on finances on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
- Prepare all tax related forms and assist the designated Audit Firm in gathering necessary information to complete yearly financial statements and tax returns.
- Primary liaison with banks, creditors, and all outside auditors.
- Prepare monthly reconciliation for each bank account.
- Act as custodian of petty cast and all chamber assets.
- Make cash transfers between retained earnings and investment accounts to maintain proper balances.
- Record all payments received.
- Maintain employee personnel records and administer fringe benefits.
- Verify and maintain all payroll, personnel, and related records.
- Assist with registration for all chamber events and programs.
- Keep detailed records of membership dues.
- Post revenue for events.
- Keep detailed records of event attendees & sponsorship.
- Oversee information technology services, evaluate, and serve as primary contact for IT services. Work with IT contractors to create an IT plan for equipment upgrade plan.
- Attend weekly staff meetings.
- Attend Chamber events as needed.
- Responsible for other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA) in accounting, or related field or equivalent experience in accounting.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting.
- Strong qualitative, quantitative, and analytical skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Previous experience working for a not-for-profit is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work effectively independently, and as a team to accomplish the Chamber’s goals.
- Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in Quickbooks.
- Experience in HubSpot is a plus.
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Note: The Finance Manager works under the general direction of the President and is expected to pursue the established duties without detailed supervision. Duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list, and this job might have other duties as assigned, necessary for the efficient functioning of the department and company. The company reserves the right to modify this job description, as needed.