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COMPASS HOUSING ALLIANCE Director of Finance in Seattle, Washington
At Compass, EVERYONE DESERVES A HOME.
Why Compass? Working for Compass is a way to make real, positive change in people's lives.
Compass Housing Alliance believes that everyone deserves stability, growth, and community and that can only be fulfilled when everyone has safe, affordable housing. Whether we work in direct service or in support of the mission in administration and operations, we're all seeking to better our community. We're looking to welcome people to our team that are passionate, skilled, and enjoy a little light-heartedness in their work environment. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization and consider the diversity of staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset.
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Director of Finance is responsible for all aspects of the agency's financial reporting and analyses, internal controls, budget, financial compliance, banking, audit, and tax functions. This position, along with the Controller (LCSNW), coordinates the daily operations of all accounting functions to ensure efficiency and accuracy, as well as managing accounting department staff. The Director contributes significantly to the overall success of the agency by strategically directing and effectively managing all financial aspects of the organization's undertakings. As a member of the leadership team, the Director provides leadership, and subject matter expertise and actively participates in defining the agency's overall strategic direction in areas of operational infrastructure and financial strategies that promote long-term sustainability.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Compass Housing Alliance develops and provides essential services and affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing housing instability in the greater Puget Sound region. We envision a world in which every person lives in a safe and caring community. Compass offers an open, supportive, and challenging work environment committed to promoting the dignity and well-being of each person that we serve. We consider the diversity of the staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. Compass is proud to be an affiliate agency of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). LCSNW partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope by providing support services in key areas such as behavioral health, child welfare, refugees, and support to aging adults and people with disabilities to live independent lives. To learn more about the agency visit www.compasshousingalliance.org.
* LOCATION: South Lake Neighborhood (Seattle, WA) This position offers a location hybrid model with at-home and in-office days* REPORTS TO: *President *FLSA STATUS: *Exempt *SCHEDULE: *Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (plus evenings & weekends as needed for emergencies) SALARY RANGE: $115,000-$137,500 DOE and within Compass range *FULL TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE: Unlimited Orca Transportation Pass, Medical/Prescription/Vision, Dental, $500 Health Flexible Spending Account 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of 6 years of experience in finance, with specific knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and capital financing, required.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field (MBA or graduate-level de