About this opportunity
Verner Center for Early Learning lists this Vice President Of Finance opportunity in city of asheville, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ABOUT VERNER
For more than 20 years, Verner Center for Early Learning has been a trusted leader in early childhood education—dedicated to nurturing young children, uplifting families, and investing in the growth of staff. We believe that building a strong foundation for every child starts with a compassionate community.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
At Verner, we foster a warm, collaborative work environment where every staff member is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Through individualized mentorship and meaningful professional development, we help our team grow alongside the children and families we serve.
By joining Verner, you will play a key role in creating the kind of joyful, play-based, and reflective learning spaces that families know and trust. In return, we offer a generous and thoughtfully designed benefits package including health insurance, tuition assistance, paid training, and much more. To nourish both body and mind, all staff enjoy freshly prepared, complimentary meals daily through our signature Rainbow in My Tummy nutrition program.
At Verner, your work matters—and you’ll be part of a team that’s making a difference every day.
***Please submit a cover letter along with your resume.***
JOB DESCRIPTION
The VP of Finance is responsible for the fiscal operations of the organization. The VP oversees the finance, accounting, reporting, and budgeting of the organization. Financial audits and cash management are also part of the VP’s responsibility. The VP of Finance reports to the President and CEO, is the liaison for the governing bodies, and is part of the Verner Senior Leadership Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain the Chart of Accounts
Prepare monthly financial statements for governing bodies and management
Comply with all federal and state reporting requirements
Prepare year-end accurals and closing entries
Report on restricted and endowment funds as needed
Present and explain financial statements to governing bodies as requested
Work with leadership during annual budgeting process
Enter budget data into Abila MIP and show on monthly reports
Supervise the Business and Financial Services Coordinator
Maintain documentation of all cash transactions
Reconcile all bank statements and investment accounts
Monitor Accounts Receivable from grants and contracts
Maintain complete and accurate fixed asset records
Maintain depreciation schedule and record expense
Oversee recording of inventories
Complete the annual financial audit
Prepare for and participate in all grant monitoring reviews
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, fiscal management, or a related field
Strongly Preferred: Certified Public Accountant
Required: Strong written, oral, organizational, and analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet continuous xzgxqkn deadlines
Preferred: 5 years or more accounting experience in financial management for a non-profit organization
Preferred: Federal/State grant budgeting experience
Preferred: Fund accounting experience with multiple funding sources
Preferred: Solid computer and accounting software skills with a working knowledge of MIP/Albia and Excel
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Freshly prepared lunch daily free of cost
Tuition assistance for ongoing career development
State of the art learning environment providing the highest quality early care
Paid continuing education & training opportunities
Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance after 90 days of employment
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Short & Long term disability
Matching 403(b) retirement plan
5 1/2 weeks paid time off your first year (this includes PTO and Holidays)
$70,000 - $82,000 annual salary
Worksite address
city of asheville, NC, 28814, US
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