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Finance Supervisor
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting and working collaboratively with other Foundation staff, this position will be responsible for providing direction and management of the accounts payable and tax administration functions, including supervising two team members. The Finance Manager will also be responsible for overseeing tax compliance, managing related vendor relationships, and participating in annual audits.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting and working collaboratively with other Foundation staff, this position will be responsible for providing direction and management of the accounts payable and tax administration functions, including supervising two team members. The Finance Manager will also be responsible for overseeing tax compliance, managing related vendor relationships, and participating in annual audits.
Specific responsibilities include:
Tax Preparation
- Ensure the Foundation adheres to tax requirements including overseeing the preparation of the 990PF, 990T, and UBIT, tax estimates, and related projections for the Foundation.
- Provide support to external tax accountants and consultants for completion of Foundation annual tax return filings.
- Manage and respond to federal and state tax notices and other tax-related correspondence.
- Assist in providing research and guidance to associates on federal, state, local, and other tax issues concerning not-for-profit organizations.
- Assist in managing the relationship with external tax accountants and consultants, handling inquiries and requests throughout the year.
Accounts Payable
- Oversee and take ownership of the accounts payable (AP) function, prioritizing and directing the work of two specialists.
- Serve as the point person for AP, ensure Foundation policies are upheld and evaluate and communicate exceptions.
- Oversee daily work, review, and approve AP, field associate questions, and provide general managerial support and guidance.
- Ensure payments occur in accordance with Foundation and affiliate policies.
- Lead process improvement efforts including automation of manual processes, enhancing the financial reporting, identifying training opportunities, and recommending process updates.
- Monitor monthly activity of payments to ensure key performance indicators (KPI) are followed.
- Update and maintain documentation for the AP process, as well as make recommendations for improvements.
- Serve as the primary contact for vendor relationships related to AP.
- Review annual tax reporting of Form 1099 and Form 1042.
- Provide onboarding for new associates by providing training on responsibilities and expectations of payment processing and the travel policy.
- Participate in annual audits by preparing requested documentation and information to external auditor(s).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field or equivalent years of experience. A CPA (or other professional designation) is preferred.
Work Experience: Must have a professional track record of at least three years of accounting and tax experience, including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, and preparing/reviewing private equity tax returns. At least one year of supervisory experience required.
Travel: This position may require occasional business travel.
QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates for this position must be highly motivated, capable of self-direction, detail-oriented and able to work collaboratively in a teamwork capacity. Candidates must exhibit a keen sense of responsibility and enjoy working with multiple demands, shifting priorities, and constant change.
- Has excellent communication skills, including well-developed interpersonal, written, and listening skills.
- Can manage staff or teams using strong coaching and mentoring skills.
- Collaborates well, including the use of consensus-building skills across diverse teams with experience forging strong working relationships with people of all levels.
- Has the ability to maintain a calm and competent demeanor in uncomfortable or difficult situations.
- Can maintain confidentiality and easily handle confidential material appropriately.
- Learns quickly, can synthesize multiple sources of information, gains insights, and communicates clearly and coherently.
- Possesses problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail and process improvement combined with solid judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Has exceptional organizational skills including the ability to meet or exceed expectations regarding deadlines and successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Can change focus and shift priorities with short notice while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
- Possesses excellent skills in math and technology including advanced spreadsheet experience, e.g., pivot tables, macros.
- Possesses a passion for “doing what is right,” with unquestioned integrity, positive ethics, and values reflective of the Kauffman Foundation.
- Is committed to the Foundation’s credo, standards, and values in alignment with our racial equity, diversity, and inclusion statement.
- Has strong computer literacy skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and financial accounting applications. Workday experience preferred.
NON-DISCRIMINATION: The Kauffman Foundation firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local law.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 12pm CT on Monday, October 4, 2024.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $100,000 and over
