Director of Finance and Accounting

Northwest Area Foundation; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Finance & Accounting (DFA) will advance the mission and goals of NWAF by coordinating, developing, discussing, and making decisions around NWAF’s internal controls, budgetary/forecasting processes, the investment portfolio, and risk management. This leader will demonstrate a growth mindset, intellectual curiosity, and an enthusiasm for creative problem solving.

The DFA is expected to actively demonstrate core organizational JEDI values and contribute to cross-foundation work and

Job description

The Director of Finance & Accounting (DFA) will advance the mission and goals of NWAF by chiefly coordinating, developing, discussing, and making decisions around NWAF’s internal controls, budgetary/forecasting processes, the investment portfolio, and risk management. This position also manages the development and maintenance of the employee benefit plans to align with NWAF’s overall compensation and benefits philosophy. This leader will demonstrate a growth mindset, intellectual curiosity, and an enthusiasm for creative problem solving.

The DFA is expected to actively demonstrate core organizational JEDI values and excellent judgment in performing all duties and contribute to and support cross-foundation work and learning that advances the NWAF’s overall strategic goals. This would include activities like NWAF priorities, community engagement, learning sessions, internal projects, ad hoc work groups, events, and committees.