Director, Foundation Financial Services

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location: Bradenton

Job Type:

Department: Foundation

Job Number: 202300389

Closing: Continuous

Description

SCF offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, featuring low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a variety of additional perks. Employees can take advantage of tuition scholarships for themselves and eligible dependents, paid life insurance, and matching contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Additional benefits include complimentary access to wellness activities, paid sick and vacation leave, a four-day workweek during June and July, and paid winter break. Eligible dependents may also benefit from access to our on-campus Collegiate School. Visit our https://scf.edu/Administration/HumanResources/Benefits/default.asp for benefit details

Job Summary

The Director, Foundation Financial Services plays a critical role in overseeing the financial operations of the State College of Florida Foundation. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of all financial records and reporting, manages cash flow and fund allocations, and supports donor stewardship efforts. The Director serves as the primary financial liaison with internal departments and external partners, including coordination with the outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) affiliated with a nationally recognized financial firm. The Director provides strategic financial insights to support the Foundation's mission of advancing student success and college initiatives; and works collaboratively with Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of the College.

NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of workforce, and other factors which may impact the College's need to modify position requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following listing of essential job duties indicates the general nature and level of work required in this job. This is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required in this job. Individuals assigned to this job may be asked to perform other duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties:

• Manage all financial functions of the Foundation, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and fund accounting.

• Project and manage cash flow to meet operational, scholarship, capital improvement, and academic enhancement needs of college.

• Monitor and track restricted and unrestricted funds, including endowment accounts, capital project funds, and donor-specified scholarships.

• Collaborate with the Foundation's outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO), affiliated with a nationally recognized financial firm, to monitor investment performance, ensure compliance with investment policies, and support long-term financial planning.

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for Foundation leadership, the Board of Directors, and external stakeholders. This includes both the State and the College reporting requirements.

• Produce and analyze grant and fund-specific accounting reports; monitor compliance with grant terms and restrictions.

• Oversee donor stewardship financial processes, including the preparation of annual donor statements and financial reports for development and advancement staff.

• Handle all purchasing and procurement functions, ensuring compliance with Foundation and College policies.

• Coordinate the annual financial audit and preparation of IRS Form 990 in collaboration with external auditors.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nonprofit accounting best practices, GAAP, and fund accounting standards.

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President, Advancement & Executive Director, SCF Foundation, college administration (including the VP, Chief Financial Officer of the College), and the development/advancement team to align financial operations with institutional goals.

• Supervise and mentor accounting and database staff, as applicable.

• This role is subject to travel as needed for Foundation-related activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Vice President, Advancement & Executive Director, SCF Foundation.

Job Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field from an accredited institution is required; Master of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred; A minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management, preferably within a nonprofit, educational, or fundraising environment; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) is preferred.

• Supervisory Experience:

At least three (3) years of direct supervisory or lead experience in a financial or accounting setting is required. This includes strong leadership and team management skills, and responsibility for hiring, firing, performance management, training and coaching.

• Language Ability:

Ability to communicate complex financial information to a broad audience. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Excellent English listening and speaking skills are required. Ability to work effectively with staff, administrators and external stakeholders.

• Math Ability:

Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with fiscal management, asset leveraging, strategic planning, and budgeting.

• Reasoning Ability:

Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to work with formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.

• Computer Skills:

Experience with nonprofit accounting software (e.g., Financial Edge) and donor databases (e.g., Raiser's Edge) is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial reporting tools. Broad knowledge of business practices and technology as used to improve Foundation operations. Advanced computer technology skills in spreadsheets, database management, word processing and presentation software, Internet and e-mail.

• Certificates and Licenses:

Valid Florida driver's license required.

This job requires the employee to be bonded by the Foundation's insurance policy.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) is preferred.

Responsibility for People and Property:

This position is responsible for the supervision of the fiscal area of the College's Foundation.

Responsibility for Communication:

• Internal Contacts:

This position has routine contact with all levels of SCF administration and faculty staff.

• External Contacts:

This position has routine contact with Members of the Foundation's Board of Directors, the bank and investment company, benefactors, and vendors. This position has frequent contact with the Department of Education, tax attorneys, accountants, and auditors.

Work Environment:

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

The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Physical Demands:

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

Supplemental Information

In addition to satisfactory performance on all of the essential job duties and responsibilities for this job, all State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees must fulfill the following basic performance expectations:

Mission and Goals: Each State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employee is expected to know the College's mission and goals.

Service Excellence: All State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees will strive to provide outstanding service excellence to everyone they serve including students, the community, and fellow employees in accordance with Pride in Excellence standards as listed:

RESPECTFUL

Act in a courteous manner

Actively listen to gain full understanding

Demonstrate awareness of "everything speaks"

Show empathy and caring

RESPONSIVE

Approach people in an inviting and pleasing manner

Take ownership of actions and decisions

Plan, anticipate, and be forward thinking

Answer and return phone calls and emails

Use proper communication etiquette

Banish the phrase "not my job"

Provide assistance to all inquiries and follow through

ACCURATE

Do it right the first time

Be knowledgeable of product and how it interfaces with others

Ask probing questions

Use resources effectively and efficiently

COLLABORATIVE

Participate in teams

Develop team skill sets

Learn available resources to be responsive to your constituents

Develop internal and/or external connections

Grooming and Appearance: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. When issued, College personnel must wear uniforms, and maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

Safety Awareness: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful working conditions, and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as provided.

Attendance Standards: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend their work assignments and schedules at all times, in accordance with College Rules and Procedures.

Training: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend College-provided training sessions and meetings when deemed necessary.

Continuous Improvement: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to give attention to continuous assessment and improvement of the position's assigned set of duties and responsibilities.

Pre-Employment Screenings:

Requires successful completion of criminal background screenings and employment reference checks.

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, religion, age, national origin/ethnicity, color, marital status, disability, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its educational programs, services and activities, including admission and employment. Direct inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies to: Equity Officer, 941-752-5599, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34207.

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