DIRECTOR OF FINANCE en DC Central Kitchen

*Resume and Cover Letter Required*

ABOUT DC CENTRAL KITCHEN:  

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is an iconic nonprofit and social enterprise that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation. Our approach provides hands-on culinary job training while creating living-wage jobs and bringing nutritious, dignified food where it is most needed in our city. We serve scratch-cooked farm-to-school meals in DC schools; deliver fresh, affordable produce to corner stores in neighborhoods without supermarkets; provide delicious catering; and operate healthy cafes that double as job training venues. Above all else, we are committed to creating a more just, equitable, and inclusive community, both outside our doors and right here on our team. We strive to offer a safe environment to learn, discover, and develop individual strengths while pursuing meaningful career pathways. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognize and work to address the lasting effects of historic injustices and systemic racism, and we strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ people, returning citizens, and people who have experienced poverty or homelessness to apply to join our team. 

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: 

The accounting/finance department handles all accounting-related matters for the organization. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION: 

As an integral member of DC Central Kitchen’s leadership team, the Director of Finance will be instrumental in driving change and implementing strategic planning and internal initiatives. Working closely with the C-Suite and other directors, this role will lead the annual fiscal planning and budgeting process, with input from the CFO. In addition to budgeting, this role will oversee financial forecasting, cash flow, coordination of audit activities as well as accounts payable and receivable. They will engage in continuous improvement measures to ensure that internal systems are in line with industry standards and best practices. This position will report to the CFO.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Play a key leadership role, with responsibility for all financial matters, including accounting, budgeting, grants management, financial planning and analysis, auditing, treasury, process improvements, and other related duties.
• Oversee grant reporting including federal funding.
• Facilitate the annual financial and 401k audits & tax compliance, including timely completion of the 990 tax filings.
• Maintain proper control of DCCK’s bank accounts, fiscal assets, and accounting function as well as serve as primary approver of disbursements.
• Provide oversight of the budgeting process with input from the CFO.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with other DCCK leaders.
• Conduct DCCK’s business according to relevant state and federal laws and as dictated by regulatory agencies.
• Monitor agreements and contracts to assure compliance.
• Maintain complete files of corporate documents, board minutes, resolutions, audits, annual reports, etc.
• Perform other duties and tasks as required to maintain quality relationships with all our partners and / or duties and tasks needed to drive the vision, mission, and values of DC Central Kitchen. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• The ideal candidate has a minimum of 6 years of experience in nonprofit finance, including final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area, thrives in nonprofit settings, possesses a thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as they relate to nonprofits, continuously looks for improvement of processes, and enjoys managing a small team of new professionals.
• MBA or related advanced degree
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders 
• Ability to communicate financial concepts and to effectively collaborate with - colleagues who do not have finance backgrounds 
• Familiarity with multi-company environments
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission 
• Able and willing to travel (typically less than 5% time).
• Commitment to promoting social good
• Pre-employment background check, drug test, and TB test are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Familiarity with Sage Intacct desirable
• Experience with Bill.com and Vena is a bonus
• Experience with New Market Tax Credits is a bonus
• Familiarity with hospitality accounting is a plus
• Highly organized, with the ability to work efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to build consensus around internal initiatives
• Self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Must be capable of independent local travel.
• Must be able to attend occasional night and weekend events.
• May occasionally move Audio/Visual and other office equipment or lightweight items weighing up to 20 pounds for various meeting and event needs. Some functions of this position may require moderate physical activity, including transporting, positioning, installing, or removing office equipment items, such as printers, computers, phones, and so on.
• Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office and commercial kitchen space to access supplies, materials, file cabinets, office machinery, etc.; constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; constantly positions self to access and maintain computer equipment; and must be able to remain in a stationery position for at least 50% of the time.
• Must be able to work in an environment where exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, fumes, dirt, smoke, loud noise, and a variety of odors is common.
• This job description is subject to change at any time. 

BENEFITS: 

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (DCCK pays 100% of employee premiums for individual coverage)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical Care, Dependent Care, and Parking)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal leave)
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Bonding Leave for new parents 
• Commuter Benefits plan
• Matching 401(k) program 
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Reimbursement program 

NOTE:  

This document is an outline of the primary tasks assigned and may be changed at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. All team members are expected to assist DC Central Kitchen in achieving its goals even if such tasks are beyond the scope of this outline. The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.  

DC Central Kitchen is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a Strengths-based organization.