Director of Fiscal Operations

Overview

Lead the organization’s financial operations and uphold fiscal integrity across departments in a senior leadership capacity. This role drives strategic financial planning, ensures regulatory compliance, and enhances financial performance throughout the organization. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting principles with financial analysis and risk management, while promoting transparency, accuracy, and continuous improvement. As a member of the executive team, you will shape financial strategies that support growth and long term sustainability. Location: Portsmouth, OH 45662.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee activities related to payables, payroll, banking, budgeting, financial reporting, and audits to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyze accounts and fiscal operations for accuracy and prepare special reports required by Management and other funding sources, including the Mental Health Board, in an independent and timely fashion. Keep the CFO informed on a regular basis.
• Supervise and provide back up for payroll and accounts payable processing.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Assist the CFO in preparing the annual budget and provide support and backup for all budget and accounting functions.
• Act as back up to ensure that financial and tax reports are prepared and that corporate tax returns for Federal, State, and local governments are filed on time.
• Assist with internal controls by reviewing banking information, approving the AP check register, and providing input on concerns.
• Ensure that the agency’s fiscal policies are understood and maintained.
• May serve as liaison to the Finance Committee of the SFHC Board in the absence of the CFO or at the request of the Chief Executive Officer.
• Represent the Agency at appropriate local, county, and state groups as requested by the CFO and maintain good community relations.
• Assist the CFO with succession planning for the accounting department, including discussions with staff about personal succession planning, sharing the results of leadership readiness assessments, identifying succession interests, conducting annual performance evaluations, and helping staff develop the skills and competencies needed for progression.
• Assist in designated training for staff pursuing advancement, such as guiding identified staff on essential duties, leading center-wide training sessions, or accompanying staff to leadership meetings.
• Demonstrate punctuality and adhere to attendance guidelines. Promote understanding of agency programs, mission, policies, procedures, and standards. Contribute to staff morale, professional growth, and teamwork.
• Maintain self-control and even temperament in interactions with staff and clients.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or current enrollment in an accounting or business administration program, plus five years of directly relevant experience.
• Certificates, licenses, and/or other registrations required: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Benefits and Compensation

Shawnee offers a wide range of benefits to staff, including holidays, paid vacation and sick time. Competitive wages and a possible opportunity to earn a monthly incentive.

Location

Portsmouth, OH 45662

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. Cultural diversity is encouraged.