Job description

The Northwest Agriculture Business Center (NABC) has immediate openings for a Finance Manager.

NABC contributes to the sustainability of agriculture in the northwest region of Washington by increasing the profitability of farm operations through implementation of value-added agricultural projects. This is done by delivering practical assistance to clients in the areas of business development, access to start-up and capital financing, technical skills, and production issues. Regional market development is a key focus area to facilitate market access for producers. NABC objectives are pursued and delivered with a sense of urgency.

Job Description:

The Finance Manager will be responsible for two key areas for this organization:

1) Managing the finances for NABC
2) Providing technical assistance to clients of NABC

The finance manager is responsible for budgeting, monitoring, organizing, and controlling the monetary resources of NABC under the direction of the Executive Director and with the responsibility of reporting to the Board of Directors. NABC client service involves these functions: business development, product development, infrastructure development and creating market opportunities. This individual will work with producers/entrepreneurs individually or in business groups to help them identify and make efficient decisions related to business development. This individual will analyze client business plans and make recommendations or referrals to other resources. The Finance Manager is responsible for providing the opportunity for clients to generate successful results. The primary skills required for this position are financial management and planning. A first hand understanding of the difficulties and challenges entrepreneurs face when establishing and growing a new enterprise is essential. Experience with farming and/or food related businesses is desirable. A background that includes a working knowledge of agricultural, financial, governmental, and educational support organizations would be beneficial.

NABC serves clients in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom counties. The office is located in Mount Vernon, Washington. Personal mobility/transportation required. Flexible working hours required. Position requires night and weekend work and travel throughout northwest Washington. This is a full-time position. This individual reports to the Executive Director.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with financial management and reviewing and implementing business plans
• Ability to create financial projections and prepare reports for the Board, committees, and government agencies, • Skilled in creating and analyzing budgets, cash flows, and pro forma financial statements
• Skilled at creating and sustaining business relationships • Self-motivated individual that requires minimal supervision
• Experience working with agricultural producers in Northwest Washington
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Experience working with a diverse group of organizations
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Familiar with computer application programs including QuickBooks, MS Word, Excel, Access, FileMaker Pro

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement and maintain accounting and administrative policies and procedures for a wide-ranging set of activities including financial accounting and reporting, employee relations (hiring/terminating policies) and other organizational policies
• Record, analyze and report financial activities to Management and Board of Directors
• Prepare short and long-term financial projections for NABC with direct participation from NABC Project Managers and Executive Director
• Oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate activities with outside audit firm and review firms performance
• Adhere to the standards of corporate accounting and all pertinent GAAP requirements, state and federal regulations, and funding contract requirements
• Responsible for all corporate and human resource activities including employee benefits, retirement plans, corporate insurance and related activities
• Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of client projects
• Provide business planning expertise and financial evaluations
• Be actively involved in NABC fundraising efforts including generating program revenue, providing leadership in major donor campaigns, and participating in grant applications
• Be knowledgeable about industry trends and inform producers about business opportunities
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and farm and business visits as a means to recruit clients and provide NABC services
• Develop, implement, and manage revenue programs
• Cooperate with county, state, federal, and other organizations and agencies as needed to strengthen or extend NABC programs and foster communication among agricultural producers, marketers, processors and consumers
• Maintain a high level of proficiency in subject matter field by participating in training, research, and professional activities
• Utilize electronic mail, the internet and other technology to serve the needs of clients and to communicate with NABC staff and others
• Collaborate as a team for planning, implementing and evaluating NABC programs

Compensation:

Salary dependent upon on experience and qualifications. Benefits and travel reimbursement will be provided in addition to the base salary.

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