Board Member - Accountant

Job Description

Summary/objective: Skilled and experienced Accountant to join our Board of Directors. The Accountant Board Member will provide valuable financial expertise, oversight, and guidance to our organization, ensuring sound financial management and stewardship of resources. This is a voluntary position that offers an opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and governance of our organization.

Essential functions:

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight on financial matters, including budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

• Review and analyze financial statements, reports, and budgets to assess the organization’s financial health, performance and trends, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate the organization’s financial operations, transactions, and processes to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Advise on financial planning and forecasting, including revenue projections, expense management, cash flow analysis, and reserve fund management.
• Review and provide input on grant proposals, contracts, and other financial agreements to assess financial risks and opportunities and ensure alignment with the organization’s mission and objectives.
• Oversee compliance efforts related to financial laws, regulations, and reporting requirements, and recommend actions to address legal risks and ensure accountability and transparency.
• Provide guidance and support to the executive leadership team and staff on financial management matters, including financial literacy, budgeting, and financial decision-making.
• Serve as a liaison between the Board of Directors and the finance function, communicating financial matters and updates to the board and ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into strategic decision-making processes.
• Participate actively in board meetings, committees, and strategic planning sessions, providing input and perspective from a financial standpoint.
• Uphold the organization’s mission, values, and code of ethics, and act in the best interest of the organization and its stakeholders at all times.
• Lead the financial team of the Board of Directors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.