Financial Risk and Compliance Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Divisional Finance and Compliance Specialist in California to strengthen financial operations across the division. This role reports to the Divisional Controller and drives proactive solutions, risk mitigation, and best-practice training for corps and units.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, controls training, financial analysis, site visits, and coordination with government funds recipients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial operations, internal audit, or risk management.
• Experience in non-profit or faith-based organizations strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and financial systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel regularly and work independently across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with divisional headquarters and corps/units to assess and address risk areas.
• Evaluate and train in controls, and procedures to mitigate operational vulnerabilities.
• Provide financial analysis and reports to corps/units identifying areas of concern and recommendations for changes/improvement.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate current practices and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide hands-on training and support to corps/units on systems and procedures.
• Coordinate with corps/units receiving governmental funds on compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Follow up on internal and external audit recommendations.
• Follow up on THQ Risk Department related items with corps/units for compliance.
• Travel to corps/units as needed (estimated 30-50%).
• Other related duties as required

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Treasury Management Systems

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The Divisional Finance and Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in strengthening financial operations across the Golden State Division. Reporting directly to the Divisional Controller, this position is responsible for implementing systems and procedures that address identified financial and operational risks and weaknesses. The role emphasizes proactive solutions and process improvements and will train corps/units in best practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with divisional headquarters and corps/units to assess and address risk areas.
• Evaluate and train in controls, and procedures to mitigate operational vulnerabilities.
• Provide financial analysis and reports to corps/units identifying areas of concern and recommendations for changes/improvement.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate current practices and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide hands-on training and support to corps/units on systems and procedures.
• Coordinate with corps/units receiving governmental funds on compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Follow up on internal and external audit recommendations.
• Follow up on THQ Risk Department related items with corps/units for compliance.
• Travel to corps/units as needed (estimated 30-50%).
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial operations, internal audit, or risk management.
• Experience in non-profit or faith-based organizations strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and financial systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel regularly and work independently across diverse teams

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Treasury Management Systems
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software (everyone)

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an 'at-will' nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this 'at will' employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

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