Director, Finance

USA Lacrosse; Sparks Corner (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

4% 4% 401(k) employer contribution

PTO and holidays

Gym on site

Job summary

USA Lacrosse is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead accounting and finance functions, ensuring timely financial statements and strong controls. You will partner with the SVP & CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and cost-benefit analyses while pursuing automation to improve efficiency.

The role requires a strategic, analytical thinker with deep financial experience and a passion for strong governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of accounting experience including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with Salesforce and Sage Intacct; Power BI/Tableau a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operations including month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Establish internal controls to meet GAAP and regulatory requirements and improve efficiency.
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet and income statements monthly.
• Track capital expenditures and oversee year-end audit coordination.
• Oversee regulatory reporting and state/local tax filings.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Tools

Salesforce

Sage Intacct

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

WHO IS USA LACROSSE

USA Lacrosse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is a Recognized Sports Organization of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee who proudly serves the sport by bringing the energy and excitement of our efforts to players, coaches, and officials every time they step on the field. We collaborate with passionate experts across the sport to create opportunities for people to enjoy the sport, learn about the game, and keep participants safe, ensuring everyone feels welcome.

As the National Governing Body of men’s and women’s lacrosse in the United States, we support more than 400,000 members to provide national leadership, structure, and resources to fuel and unify the sport’s growth and enrich the experience of its players, coaches, officials, parents, and program leaders.

USA Lacrosse believes a diverse team best positions our organization to fulfill its mission. We strive to attract and maintain a team of talented and dedicated professionals who represent the diverse nature of our membership and the national lacrosse community. We are committed to a team culture that ensures everyone feels welcomed, valued, included, and heard.

Mission

As the National Governing Body of lacrosse in the United States, USA Lacrosse fuels the growth, enriches the experience, and fields the best National Teams.

Core Values

• We Influence - Written and Verbal Communication
• We Serve - Customer Focused
• We Create & Innovate - Creativity
• We Collaborate - Peer Relationships
• We are Humble & Honest - Integrity and Trust
• We Embrace Individuality - Diversity
• We Have Fun – Work Hard and Play Hard

If this aligns with who you are and what you are looking for in an organization, keep reading.

POSITION SUMMARY

USA Lacrosse is looking for an experienced Director of Finance to lead our accounting and finance functions. This position will ensure accurate and timely financial statements are maintained and will oversee the implementation and maintenance of USA Lacrosse’s financial controls and processes to safeguard the organization’s assets. This critical role works closely with the SVP& CFO on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs, and business development. The Director of Finance will continually evaluate and seek opportunities to automate the accounting functions to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance department.

If you are a proven Finance professional who has experience overseeing accounting and financial functions, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. We are looking for a detail oriented, strategic, and analytical thinker who can manage the financials for USA Lacrosse, ensuring the necessary safeguards are in place, always looking for ways to enhance and optimize our processes. This is an exciting time to be working alongside a dedicated and mission-focused team for a growing sport as we head to the LA28 Olympics.

A Typical Day Looks Like…

Finance Operations & Administration

• Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions. This includes ensuring timely month end close and preparing internal and external monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Establishes practices and procedures to ensure proper internal control safeguards that meet current and future Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and federal and state regulatory requirements. This includes continually evaluating processes and procedures to maintain and enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepares journal entries and supporting schedules, reviews prepared schedules for completeness and accuracy, and reconciles balance sheet and income statement accounts on a monthly basis.
• Tracks and records capital expenditures, periodically audits assets, and ensures disposals are removed on a timely basis.
• Plans and coordinates the fiscal year-end audit with external audit firm, Audit Sub-committee, and staff.
• Oversees regulatory reporting and compliance and ensures all state and local taxes have been filed on a timely basis.

Reporting & Leadership

• Leads in development and analysis of the forecast, cashflow, and budget processes.
• Meets with department Directors and VPs on an ongoing basis to review budget variances and other department analysis to help improve performance and ensure they have the support to meet their specific goals.
• Develops key performance indicators (KPI's) and analyzes trends, comparing against industry benchmarks.
• Mentors and develops the finance department staff, managing work assignments, workflow, training, and performance evaluations.
• Stays current with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations as they relate to the accounting and finance functions; keeps abreast of current accounting trends and practices and recommends procedural changes at USA Lacrosse as appropriate.

Is This You…

• Minimum of six (6) years of accounting experience in all areas, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of GAAP.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 products, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience working with a computerized accounting system, prior experience with Salesforce and Sage Intaact a plus. Experience working with analytical tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new computer programs and software.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, problem solve, and meet required deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow up/through skills. This includes the ability to conduct basic research if something does not look right or there is a discrepancy.
• Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• Ability to exercise discretion and understand how to handle confidential information when necessary.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid (in-office/remote work) environment in a fast-paced, "roll up your sleeves" environment that delivers results.
• Ability to present a professional and assertive persona to negotiate, build relationships, and establish credibility and trust.
• Willingness to learn about the sport of lacrosse and appreciate the need to develop, grow, and fuel the growth of the sport with diversity, inclusion, and equity in mind.
• Ability to align with USA Lacrosse’s Mission, Vision, and Values to support our initiatives and organizational goals.

Expected Hours of Work

This position is generally expected to work Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm and occasionally requires longer hours or weekend work as related to events and other business needs. This is a hybrid position and works from the headquarters office in Sparks, MD three (3) days a week with the flexibility to work from home two (2) days a week.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

The base pay range for this position is $85,000.00 to $100,000.00, commensurate with experience, plus opportunity for annual incentive pay.

USA Lacrosse offers a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with multiple options (eligible the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Generous company paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid Long Term Disability (LTD) at one year of employment.
• 403(b) retirement plan (eligible immediately upon hire), including a 4% employer contribution after one year of employment.
• Generous PTO, company paid holidays, bereavement, jury duty, and parental and maternity leave.
• Additional voluntary insurance options, such as supplemental benefits through Colonial and Nationwide pet insurance.
• Discounts on USA Lacrosse merchandise.
• Free onsite gym at HQ office.
• Free parking.

Travel Requirements

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be requested based on business and event needs.

EEO Statement

USA Lacrosse is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status, veteran status, or any other status/characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. USA Lacrosse believes diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.