Finance and Administrative Operations Director

Job Description
Job Description
Position:
Finance & Administrative Operations Director
Level:
Senior Director or Director – Finance & Administrative Operations Director
North Carolina Association of Educators
Reports to:
Executive Director
Classification:
Full-time, exempt, senior director
Location
: Raleigh, North Carolina (occasional travel required)
Preferred Start Date: By October 1st
About NCAE
The North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) is the state's largest professional association and union representing educators and education support professionals.

As an affiliate of the National Education Association, NCAE advocates for public education, champions the rights and working conditions of education employees, and works to ensure every student in North Carolina has access to a great public school. NCAE pursues its mission through member organizing, legislative and political action, collective advocacy, professional development, and coalition building.

Position Summary
The Finance & Administrative Operations Director
(FAOD) serves as NCAE's senior director responsible for the stewardship of the Association's financial, administrative, human resource, technology, facilities, and operational infrastructure. Reporting to the Executive Director, the FAOD reviews, analyzes, and evaluates all matters relative to the financial interests of NCAE and working with consulting partners and vendors advises the Executive Director, the President, the Board of Directors, and the Budget and Finance Committee.

The FAOD directs and supervises a team of experienced accounting, finance, human resources, technology, and membership professionals, and ensures that the Association's operations support and advance its organizing and strategic priorities. The FAOD participates in the collective bargaining process with the staff union alongside the Executive Director and President and serves as a key advisor on the long-term financial sustainability of the organization.

Departments & Functions Supervised
The FA0D directs the following departments and functions:
Business, Finance & Accounting
Human Resources/Payroll
Information Technology & Data Systems
Membership Processing & Membership Systems
Investment Management
Facilities & Administrative Services
Primary Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
Maintain an effective accounting system and provide overall administration and management of the accounting function, including budget formulation and execution, treasury, payroll, audit, and financial reporting.

Provide Strategic Budget, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Analysis, and Membership Status (counts and dues receivable) reports
Direct multi-year financial planning aligned with the Association's organizing and strategic priorities. Oversee membership dues processing and accounting, and the financial administration of
NCAE-PAC and related political funds in compliance with applicable law. Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary staff liaison to external auditors and the Budget and Finance Committee.

Work with investment consultant(s) to leverage financial resources to meet the organizational strategic plan needs
Organizational Leadership
Serves on Executive level leadership team
Develop operational strategies that advance the Board’s long-term goals
Advises the Executive Director, President, Board of Directors, and Finance & Personnel Committee on the financial position, risks, and opportunities of the Association
Integrate data analytics within assigned departments and ensure inclusion within executive team meetings
Administration & Human Resources
Oversee human resources functions including workforce planning, recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and compliance.

Participate in the collective bargaining process with the staff union and support the administration of collective bargaining agreements. Serve as Plan Administrator for staff retirement and benefit plans. Provide consultation, advice, training, and assistance to staff and local affiliates regarding their administrative and financial operations. Technology, Risk & Operations
Oversee information technology, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, and data governance. Manage organizational risk, insurance, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

Oversee facilities and administrative services to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. Qualifications
NCAE seeks a strategic, mission-driven financial leader with deep experience in nonprofit, union, public school, or membership-organization finance and administration. Required
At least ten (7) years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience at a nonprofit organization, union, educational institution, association, school district, or other large membership organization.

At least (5) years of experience in an organization reporting up through a CFO or equivalent, with responsibility for budget development and oversight at or above $12 million dollars in expenditure
Prior experience serving on a senior leadership team in an organization of similar size and complexity
CPA, MBA, or advanced degree in a relevant field
Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit accounting standards, audit, budgeting, treasury, and internal controls.

Experience in transitioning enterprise resource planning
Staff management experience of at least 5 years, including a preference in experience in a union workplace and experience negotiating and enforcing a collective bargaining agreement
Commitment to the mission of public education and the labor movement
Preferred
Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams across finance, HR, IT, and operations. Experience with labor unions. Experience working with and advising a Board of Directors
Experience participating in collective bargaining with a staff union.

Familiarity with PAC and campaign finance compliance. Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office environment in Raleigh, with periodic in-state travel and one to two national events. Ability to work extended and irregular hours, including some evenings and weekends, during budget cycles, audits, and organizational events such as Board meetings
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to affiliate offices and worksites as needed.

Compensation & Benefits
NCAE offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and competitive with above market retirement benefits, a defined-benefit pension plan, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid leave and holidays, employer provided FSA/HRA monies, expense reimbursements, 401k plan, life insurance and LTD, and professional development support.

How to Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position, a current resume, and three professional references to the link below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Position open until filled.
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Equal Opportunity Employment
NCAE is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected.