Director of Finance Administration Life is Good Playmaker Proje

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ABOUT THE LIFE IS GOOD PLAYMAKER PROJECT
1 in 3 kids experience early childhood trauma threats like homelessness, abuse, or community violence. Experiences with childhood trauma can impact a childs long-term physical, social and emotional health. Research shows that a positive relationship with just one caring adult in early childhood can change a child's life entirely.
The Life is Good Playmaker Project teaches early childhood educators to help kids heal from trauma. We have a growing network of more than 16,000 professionals who create the positive relationships and joy-filled environments that children need to heal, learn, and thrive. We call them Playmakers.
This work is needed now, more than ever and were on a mission to double the size of our Playmaker community.
YOUR OBJECTIVE
The Director of Finance & Administration will lead the Playmaker Projects financial, human resources, and administrative functions. The successful candidate will operate as both a hands-on, functional expert and a strategist, ensuring a strong infrastructure that can support the organization as it scales. The Director of Finance and Administration will work to optimize current systems and processes and leverage technology to build efficiency.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Finance and Administration will be an integral member of the Playmaker Projects leadership team. The Director of Finance and Administration will work in close partnership with and supervise the organizations part-time Business Manager.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
This role is based in Boston. Our team is in office 1-2 days/week
Our comp strategy is built around equity in the market, equity internally, and performance
YOUR JOB
Responsibilities
Financial Management
Oversee all financial accounting in partnership with Business Manager
Analyze & present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner and communicate monthly and annual financial statements
Oversee payroll processing and administration in partnership with Business Manager
Coordinate and lead the annual audit process
Ensure business policies and internal controls are clearly defined, communicated to staff and adhered to
Act as liaison to the Board of Directors Finance Committee
Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting and planning process in collaboration with Executive Director
Human Resources
Lead all aspects of Human Resources functions including hiring, onboarding, compensation and benefits, staff development and training
Manage recruitment processes to attract high quality candidates and onboarding processes to ensure new employees are set up for success
Collaborate with Executive Director to conduct compensation analyses and ensure a high quality benefits package; oversee annual open enrollment and all benefits administration.
Contribute to a culture of trust and inclusivity
Administrative Operations
Review organizational contracts with an eye toward risk management
Manage all compliance functions, including annual corporate filings
Manage technology assets and licenses
Requirements
Your Experience and Qualifications:
At least 7-10 years of professional experience, with 5-plus years of broad financial, HR and operational experience
Familiarity with nonprofit accounting procedures and experience in managing finances for an organization of a similar size ($2.5M)
Experience operating as HR generalist
A track record of managing and making recommendations to improve upon organizational systems and processes
Meticulous attention to detail
High degree of emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to garner the trust of a team
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making and demonstrate trustworthiness in dealing with confidential matters
Your Personal Attributes
You are a positive person who enjoys working with others and building strong relationships
You have the desire and ability to think and act both strategically and tactically
You are nimble and comfortable moving between highly detailed financial work and highly interpersonal Human Resources efforts
You are known for your ability to give and receive feedback thoughtfully and constructively
You are entrepreneurial and able to identify and pursue new opportunities
You effectively prioritize multiple tasks effectively and meet tight deadlines
You do what you say you will do
Candidacy
Openness and authenticity are two of our Superpowers we aim to build a team and environment where we can honor the experiences and perspectives of others and where we can bring our full, authentic selves and identities to our work. We are committed to building and retaining a staff that reflects the communities and populations we work with and believe this is critical to our ability to provide culturally responsive training, resources, and communications.
Benefits
The Life is Good Playmaker Project offers a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited, to medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, retirement plan with employer match, generous vacation and leave policies and professional development stipends.
The Life is Good Playmaker Project is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender orientation or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law.
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