Director of HR and Finance (People and Culture Department)

National LGBTQ Task Force

Director of Finance and Human Resources

The National LGBTQ Task Force seeks a Director of Finance and Human Resources to support our People and Culture department and work.

The National LGBTQ Task Force builds power, takes action and creates change to achieve freedom and

justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer people, and their

families. As a progressive racial, economic, and social justice organization,

the Task Force works toward a society that values and respects the diversity of

human expression and identity and achieves equity for all. The Task Force has

offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Miami. More information at

http://www.thetaskforce.org

Job Title: Director of Finance and Human Resources

Department: People and Culture

Reports to: Vice President

Supervises: People and Culture Manager, Sr. Finance Manager, Database Administrator

Location: Washington, DC

Travel: Up to 25%

Description:

The National LGBTQ Task Force seeks a Director of Finance and Human Resources to be a strategy and tactical partner and report to the Vice President. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on manager who leads and is involved with our internal team's development to support the following areas: finance, operations, business planning, and budgeting, and human resources.

The Director of Finance and HR will work closely with the Vice President and play a critical role in partnering with the principal leadership team in strategic decision making and operations as the National LGBTQ Task Force continues to enhance its quality programming and build capacity. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and operations leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Oversee all financial, project/program, and grants accounting. Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the Board of Directors' Finance Committee, and assess any changes necessary.
• Oversee and lead internal annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the President; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep principal leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status.
• Work with our CFO to manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
• Update and implement a robust financial management/reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to, and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Update and implement policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department's policy and procedure manual.
• Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the Executive Team and CFO.

Human Resources

• Assist with recruitment and hiring processes for staff with a focus on equity and ensuring that Task Force employees are reflective of the vastness of the communities we serve; support intern and fellow hiring as needed.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization's goals and strategy

related to staffing, recruiting, and retention

• Assist with onboarding process to ensure each new employee is welcomed, positioned for success from the outset, and able to integrate seamlessly into the National LGBTQ Task Force.
• Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies, and procedures.
• Administer, Update, develop, and implement human resources policies and procedures.
• Ensure compensation and benefits are in line with company policies and current legislation.
• Implement and monitor performance management system.
• Handle employee complaints, grievances, and disputes.
• Help managers administer employee discipline processes.
• Review and update employee rules and regulations quarterly.
• Maintain the human resource information system and employee database.
• Coordinate employee safety, welfare, and wellness.
  • Counsel and advice to staff on personnel and work-related issues including providing guidance and direction to management team and employees on human resource related topics
  • Participate in labor management processes, including serving as a representative for management, interacting with employment and labor counsel, and supporting grievance processes to be fair and timely
• Thoughtfully cultivate a productive relationship with the collective bargaining unit(s)
  • Work with staff and management to facilitate staff development and training opportunities
  • Communicate and ensure compliance and consistency with office practices and policies and compliance with all employment related laws
  • Keep informed and up to date regarding industry standards and best practices related to non-profit personnel management

Workplace Culture

• Organize routine workplace opportunities for team building and alignment, including monthly staff meetings, retreats, staff lunches, and other events as needed
• Partner closely with management and employees to strengthen and improve work relationships, minimize burnout, and increase retention
• In collaboration with the Executive Team, support internal communications and keep staff informed of organization-wide announcements and changes
• Directly partner with managers to utilize avenues for assessment and accountability, including regular supervision and employee evaluations
• Provide counsel/guidance to supervisors and senior team members
• Facilitate professional development, training, and certification activities for employees, creating a dynamic culture of continuous learning, curiosity, collaboration, and impact
• With the Vice President, design, and lead organization-wide initiatives towards increased equity and inclusion for all employees

Qualifications:

People/Finance/ Operations Experience: Minimum of a B.A., ideally with a Finance/CPA/HR or related degree. A minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, human resources, and people management. Substantial Human Resources experience with employees from LGBTQ, transgender and gender non-conforming, BIPOC, disabled, and immigrant communities. Experience with employment and/or labor law. Strong background in transformative or restorative justice, with a commitment to uplifting humanity and dignity in every person. Experience supporting a national, hybrid remote workforce and working and/or managing employees in a unionized workplace is a plus.

Leadership: Previous leadership experience—at least 5 years in a leadership or management role, preferably at a nonprofit. Demonstrated success leading teams through periods of growth and change.

Supervision and Management Experience: A minimum of 5 years of supervision and a commitment to mentorship and professional development for employees, fellows, and interns.

Organizational Experience: Direct experience in social justice, organizing, and/or movement building organizations. Experience with racial justice, centering anti-Blackness, intersectional analysis, LGBTQ, trans, youth organizing, immigrant rights, disability justice, and/or LGBTQ movements.

Trustworthy & Collaborative: Excellent judgment and the ability to manage personally identifiable information and human resources-related information with a high degree of professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion. Excellent relationship and trust building capabilities and a demonstrated track record building, leading, and managing teams; serving as a coach and mentor to staff across a range of areas. An earned a reputation for being trustworthy, with excellent judgment and discretion. Kindness and strengths-based leadership: someone who sees value in every person and communicates respect and encouragement to people at all levels; a passionate investment in the well-being and success of staff. A willingness to accept input and feedback from colleagues at all levels of the organization.

Communication Skills: Exceptional capacity for empathy, listening, and maintaining confidence. Effective verbal and written skills to communicate complex policies and procedures to ensure staff have the information needed for their position responsibilities and overall organizational workflow; ability to listen to staff concerns and feedback to assist in working together for solutions that comply with organizational policies. Ability to understand organizational needs and contracts to communicate with those outside of the organization. The ability to communicate in Spanish and or American Sign Language (ASL) effectively is a plus.

Responsive Problem-Solving Skills: Agile project management skills, ability to develop and implement new strategies and procedures, and meet multiple competing deadlines. Strong strategic thinking and analytical and problem-solving skills.

Understanding of Racial and Economic Justice: Ability to utilize a dynamic understanding of the impact of racial and economic justice and systems of inter-connected oppressions to improve equity in operations and organizational decision-making.

Self-Direction: Initiative and ambition to ensure that all projects are moving forward. Ability to adapt as needed, self-manage, and prioritize between and manage multiple demands.

Optimism: A positive and productive attitude to problem-solving within the context of intense social justice work. Optimistic and resourceful, with strong self-awareness, cultural competence, emotional intelligence, and humility; grounded and flexible with a high degree of integrity and transparency.

Strength and Persistence: The ability to be exposed to LGBTQ phobia and other kinds of discrimination or stress daily and keep fighting hard for equality.

Prioritization and Detail Orientation: Ability to set and meet goals, prioritize, plan, manage, and complete work on deadline and in optimum quality. Excellent planning, forecasting, strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Technological Knowledge: Experience in all areas of MS Office 365 and collaborative tools, such as Slack, Asana, and Zoom. I am deep familiar with Human Resources software Paylocity, QuickBooks, Raisers Edge, including payroll and benefits administration, time tracking, and talent management software.