Administrative Captain

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Administrative Captain to lead our administrative operations with energy and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the management of financial and administrative processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of excellence within the team. Your leadership will drive efficiency, accuracy, and transparency across all accounting functions, supporting the organization’s mission to deliver impactful services. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to make a significant impact through strategic oversight and innovative problem-solving.

Duties

• Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure accurate financial recordkeeping, including general ledger reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.
• Oversee financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), and other regulatory requirements.
• Supervise the preparation of detailed financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and regulatory filings.
• Implement and monitor internal controls aligned with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) standards to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance across all financial activities.
• Manage treasury functions such as cash management, forecasting, and banking relationships to optimize liquidity and financial stability.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis to support budgeting efforts and strategic decision-making within a nonprofit or governmental context.
• Utilize advanced spreadsheets and accounting software for data analysis, financial modeling, and process automation to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of SOX compliance, IFRS standards, GAAP principles, and governmental or nonprofit accounting practices.
• Proven experience managing accounting teams with strong leadership skills in finance team management.
• Proficiency in financial software systems, spreadsheets (Excel data analysis), and accounting systems for accurate data entry, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of technical accounting concepts such as double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, balance sheet reconciliation, and account analysis.
• Expertise in financial report writing, regulatory compliance accounting, regulatory reporting, and public accounting standards.
• Ability to perform detailed account reconciliation, account analysis, forecasting, and financial close processing efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills for preparing clear financial reports and presenting complex concepts effectively to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capacity for managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy in all financial activities.

Join us as an Administrative Captain to lead with energy! Bring your expertise in finance operations to foster transparency, compliance, and operational excellence—empowering our organization to achieve its mission with confidence!

Work Location: In person