INTRODUCTORY PERIOD:
All regular appointees serve a six (6) month introductory period.

CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Neighborhood House Association hires only U.S. citizens and others lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 

This Job Announcement is not an offer of employment. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any of the provisions contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Any person who is hired may voluntarily leave their employment upon giving proper notice and may be terminated by the Agency at any time and for any reason.  Any oral or written statements to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employee.

Please note that offers of employment are only valid if they are made by the Human Resources Department

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Sr. Budget Director. The Finance Analyst Compliance & Assurance is responsible for monitoring the accounting and financial data of various departments and programs within NHA. Responsibilities include risk evaluation through periodic financial monitoring of NHA delegates and partners to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and ordinances.   

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

       Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of general, enterprise, nonprofit, and governmental accounting, including financial statement preparation and methods of financial control and reporting; internal control and audit principles and practices, laws, and regulations relating to the financial administration of nonprofit agencies.
• GAAP, 2 CFR, and 45CFR Accounting Standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of various funding sources’ laws and regulations, including, but not limited to Head Start, California Department of Education, government food, and other agency regulations relating to NHA programs.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of nonprofit organization budgeting for ongoing operations and capital improvements.
• Principles, practices, laws, and regulations governing the investment and management of nonprofit funds.
• Organization functions and associated financial management and reporting issues.
• Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly related to the processing of accounting and financial information; operations, requirements, and coding structure for NHA’s automated general ledger system.
• Principles and practices of sound business communication.
• Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.

Ability to:

• Operate computer and spreadsheet software.
• Analyze and make sound recommendations on complex financial data and operations.
• Plan and evaluate financial programs and make sound recommendations for improvement.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply NHA, state, federal, and various funding sources’ laws and regulations regulating financial accounting, reporting, record keeping, and budgeting.
• Develop and implement financial procedures and internal controls.
• Perform complicated mathematical calculations and analyses.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive financial statements, reports, and written materials.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of NHA management, board members, officials of other agencies and governmental organizations, outside auditors, consultants, staff, and others encountered in the course of work.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment; demonstrated ability to manage confidential information appropriately.

Training and Experience:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is graduating from a four-year college or university with a major in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field; and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience or a minimum of 1 year experience as an auditor while working for a public accounting firm, preferably in a governmental or nonprofit organization or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Incumbents must possess a valid California Driver’s License. Must meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center (fingerprints, TB, physical).

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex financial and accounting data, information, and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; and interact with NHA management, board members, officials of other agencies and other governmental organizations, outside auditors, consultants, staff and others encountered in the course of work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The employee works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar to, related to, or a logical assignment to this position.

• Performs compliance review to ensure the operation of the various NHA programs are in compliance with statutory regulations and company/management’s policies and procedures.
• Prepares review procedures for conducting assigned monitoring with guidance and direction from Sr, Budget Director; Assesses program performance, ensures fiscal integrity, and determines implementation of quality services as required by the program. 
• Communicates monitoring results, prepares formal written monitoring reports per department guidelines, and discusses findings with affected management.
• Finalizes formal written reports, expresses opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the process and system, and efficiency with which activities are conducted.
• Primarily serves as the field monitor for evaluating fiscal performance.
• Ensures contractor compliance with contract.
• Recommends necessary remedial action to enforce compliance with contract provisions in NHA’s best interest.
• Develop risk management strategies to avoid non-compliance.
• Designs, updates, and implements programs, policies, and procedures as the law changes to ensure compliance. 
• Perform sample testing of source documents to ensure compliance with requirements of Internal Control.
• Keep track of laws and regulations affecting the agencies’ business rules.
• Prepare management report.
• Review Single Audit Reports of delegates and partners to determine the level of risk, material weakness, and deficiencies, if any. Other special projects include updating the organization’s policies and procedures to adopt the new federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.