Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Catapult Federal Services is a well-established nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to its mission and community impact. They are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Financial Reporting to oversee financial reporting and compliance, manage audits, and collaborate with various teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily activities across financial reporting, external audit, and tax compliance functions
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and reporting subject matter expert for management
- Manage the annual external audit plan in coordination with external auditors
- Oversee the annual tax return calendar, including coordination with external tax advisors
- Manage all tax filings including the annual 990, state filings, and miscellaneous returns
- Coordinate monthly close reporting across entities, the budget team, finance, and subsidiaries
- Maintain effective internal control procedures over financial reporting and tax processes
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and process documentation
- Act as a resource to management to identify risks and strengthen internal controls
- Identify technology and process improvement opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency
- Participate in financial, operational, compliance, and technology audits as needed
Skills
- 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, public accounting, or a related field
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and tax requirements (State and Federal)
- Experience managing external audit engagements and serving as primary auditor liaison
- Proficiency with accounting software and inter-fund accounting for subsidiary entities
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude with exceptional attention to detail
- Effective communicator and collaborative team player across all levels of an organization
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- CPA certification required
- Prior experience in a nonprofit organization strongly preferred
- Familiarity with 990 tax filing preparation and coordination with external tax advisors
- Experience with multi-entity or subsidiary accounting structures
- Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Master's degree optional
Benefits
- Contract engagement with potential for extension based on performance and organizational need
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