Esperanza Community Housing Corporation is a mission-driven health and human rights non-profit organization that has been working for the comprehensive community development of the Figueroa Corridor of South Central Los Angeles for over 25 years. Esperanza strives to meet the most pressing needs of the neighborhood residents, and strengthen children and families through developing affordable housing, promoting access to health care, providing educational and cultural opportunities, and stimulating economic development.

Esperanza is seeking a highly experienced and highly skilled finance leader to maximize and strengthen our internal capacity. The Finance Director will play a critical role in partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and operations as well as bearing the primary responsibility in the accounting and finance area, as Esperanza continues to enhance its quality programming and build capacity.

Other responsibilities include:

Responsible for all day to day accounting activity, including all disbursements, invoicing, payroll and cash management operations utilizing QuickBooks software and other supporting software.
Month-end responsibilities will include monthly general ledger closing (use of QuickBooks) and reporting and account reconciliation and analysis.
Responsible for QuickBooks administration functions and set-up.
Generate, analyze and present monthly financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; keep senior leadership and Board of Directors abreast of organization’s financial status.
Coordinate and lead the annual audit process.
Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED.
Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
Develop processes, procedures and monitoring to ensure solid internal controls (including segregation of duties) appropriate to the size of the organization.
Establish proper accounting transactions and reporting for a spin-off operation (the Mercado). Work with management to ensure operations are appropriately segregated and reported from Esperanza operations.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a B.A., ideally with an MBA/CPA or related degree
At least 7-10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 4+ years of broad financial and operations management experience specifically in the nonprofit field.
The ideal candidate has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area
Ability to translate financial concepts to – and to effectively collaborate with — programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds
A track record in grants management cost allocation methods and processes
Strong knowledge of accounting and reporting software, especially but not limited to QuickBooks. QuickBooks certification considered a plus, but is not required, strong MS skills a must – especially Excel.
A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
Ability to attend monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Esperanza

How to apply

Interested parties should submit a cover letter (emphasizing professional experience with non-profit organizations) and resume to jacky@esperanzacommunityhousing.org.