Director Of Accounting

Our Mission

To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

Our Vision

All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning

Our Core Values

Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, and Equity

Organization Overview

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP), our business is changing lives. We are a vibrant, entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that is committed to partnering with schools and the community to ensure students from low-income neighborhoods graduate from high school, ready for college and career. We are the largest expanded learning time organization in the heart of Silicon Valley, serving 2,500 K-12 students at 17 sites in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Redwood City. In neighborhoods where one third of the youth drop out of high school, BGCP members learn the importance of education and become part of a community of learners, wanting and expecting to succeed in school. In 3 clubhouses and 14 school sites, we implement proven social and academic interventions and provide engaging enrichments that most impact a youth’s achievement in school and in life.

Position Overview

BGCP is looking for an accounting professional to lead our Finance team. The Director of Accounting’s responsibilities include managing BGCP’s financial transactions and accounting, developing and implementing systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying and reporting information, payroll, and other financial matters.

Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Department: Finance

Compensation: DOE

Location: Menlo Park, CA

What will you do?

• Perform all aspects of accounting entries and processing; complete monthly close, payroll, bank reconciliations, expense entries, deposits, review of credit card statements, and more
• Perform A/P, including reviewing/posting invoices and assisting with vendor issues
• Record grants, contributions and other revenue in the accounting system; collaborate with fundraising professionals to ensure accuracy of records
• Provide financial data and budgets for grant application and reporting
• Compile, review, analyze, and record financial information to the general ledger
• Lead timely month end and year end close
• Provide schedules and reports for insurance, sales tax, 401K /403B
• Research and prepare information for annual 1099, 990, state and federal filings
• Assist with annual financial audit, worker’s compensation audit, and other audits as necessary
• Review and support with processing payroll
• Assist with organizational budget and forecast
• Assist with preparing financial reports, as requested
• Supervise and manage Finance department staff
• Other duties as requested

What qualifications will the ideal candidate have?

• 4+ years of professional accounting experience, ideally in a nonprofit
• 2+ years of supervising a team of 2 or more
• Bachelor’s degree required (ideally in Accounting, Finance, or a related field)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Intacct, Expensify, Raisers Edge, ADP software is a plus
• Detail oriented – your impeccable work style sets the standard; you have command of both the process and the details; you get it done right the first time
• Organized – your attention to detail is supported by your meticulous organizational skills; you appreciate order and know how to achieve it efficiently
• Problem solver – you dive in without being asked and you work with a sense of urgency; you are approachable, flexible, and responsive
• Scrupulous, ethical, and honest; you are beyond reproach in business dealings; internally and externally, you are known to be reliable, accountable, and trustworthy
• Vaccinated against COVID (prior to start)
• Cleared LiveScan background check and Negative TB test results (prior to start)
• Mandated Reporter Training certification (prior to start)
• Sexual Harassment Training certification (prior to start)

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Very competitive with other nonprofits and commensurate with experience
• Health benefits: BGCP pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision; 50% for dependents
• Retirement benefits: BGCP contributes up to 10% of salary to 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time-off policy
• Making the community a great place for all youth to grow up: priceless