Company description Pie Ranch is a nonprofit organic educational farm on the Central CA coast.  We cultivate a healthy and just food system from seed to table through food education, farmer training, and regional partnerships.
 

We are many things: a working organic farm, an education center, a resource for local farmers and a community collaborator.  We envision a world where:

• All people know and value where their food comes from.
• Farmers have access to land and capital to build farms directly linked to local residents, businesses, and schools.
• Agricultural lands are preserved and enhanced for generations to come.

Pie Ranch is proud to be a certified CCOF organic farm, and Food Justice Certified by the Agricultural Justice Project.

Job description

Pie Ranch, a nonprofit educational & organic production farm located on the central California coast, is currently seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to join our team in September 2019.

The Director of Finance & Administration is responsible for the effective management of Pie Ranch’s financial, administrative and human resources, to support the delivery of the organization’s programs, goals, and objectives.  This position serves as a member of the Leadership Team.

Job Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Manage and oversee daily/weekly/monthly fiscal processes, including cash flow management, forecasting, processing of accounts payable and accounts/grants receivable, and reconciling bank & credit card accounts.
• Analyze and present financial reports for staff & Board in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; compile financial reports for the Board, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the Board finance committee, and manage annual tax filings in conjunction with CPA.
• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and process in conjunction with the Co-Founders & Co-Directors; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep the leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status. Presents the annual proposed budget to the Board of Directors and staff.
• Implement a robust financial management reporting system; ensure that billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
• Effectively communicate and present the critical financial & operational matters to the leadership team, program or department managers and the board of directors.

Human Resources Management

• Further develop Pie Ranch’s human resources and administration, enhancing professional development opportunities, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training, and recruiting.
• Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.
• Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding tools, policies, and procedures.
• Manage and process bi-monthly payroll for employees.
• Oversee administration of employee benefits, including negotiating annual policy renewals.
• Serve as communication hub for disseminating necessary staff-wide information.
• Attend to regulatory compliance and administration.
• Manage the Agricultural Justice Project’s Food Justice Certification process.
• Create and hold respectful, appropriate spaces for employee conflict resolution and team building opportunities. 

Coordination with Development Activities

• Coordinate with grants manager and development team to ensure that funders are receiving accurate financials for organization and program-specific budgets.
• Conduct regular reconciliations with development and accounting systems.

General Operations Management

• Manages and negotiates insurance policies, including liability, property, workers compensation, etc.
• Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
• Oversee administrative functions (Google Drive documents, hard-copy file management & storage, general record-keeping) to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the organization scales.
• Lead & encourage transition of organization-wide project management functions to Asana.
• In tandem with other Directors, oversee the Facilities Manager to ensure the vast array of facilities needs are being met.
• Supervise Office & Operations Assistant/Bookkeeper, communicating regularly to ensure financial information is consistently current and accurate, and that office supply & administrative functional needs are being met.
• Participate in program activities, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required:

• Minimum of a BA, ideally with an MBA/CPA, or related degree and/or relevant professional experience.
• At least 7 to 10 years of overall work experience; ideally five-plus years of broad financial and operations management experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
• Experience of taking ultimate responsibility for the quality and content of financial data, reporting, and audit coordination for either a small to mid-size organization, or a division or significant program area within a larger organization.
• Proven experience and skills in budgeting, planning and delivery of project outcomes and overall program effectiveness, and experience with grants management.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to – and to effectively collaborate with -- programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
• Demonstrated proficiency with QuickBooks online & Excel.
• Previously overseen or been involved in HR functions, with a commitment to training programs that maximize individual and organizational goals.
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills that support and enable sound decision making.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• A multitasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Pie Ranch, with a commitment to Racial Justice and Anti-Oppression work.
• Understanding that work is within the rustic reality of a 19th century-era farm.
• U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.

Desired:

• Desire for long-term commitment to the organization and its growth.
• A knowledge or interest in sustainable agriculture and food issues.
• Understanding of and commitment to food sovereignty and food justice.
• Knowledge of education and youth development issues.
• Residence in proximity to the farm.
• Facility with Spanish helpful
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment with successful outcomes.
• Enjoyment of farming and gardening, cooking and baking, and interacting with youth.

 

Compensation this position is : salaried, varies DOE, $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Application instructions Deadlineno deadline