[Remote] Associate Director of Financial Reporting

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Catapult Federal Services is a well-established nonprofit organization committed to community impact. They are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Financial Reporting to lead financial reporting, manage audits, and ensure compliance in a complex financial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities across financial reporting, external audit, and tax compliance functions
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and reporting subject matter expert for management
• Manage the annual external audit plan in coordination with external auditors
• Oversee the annual tax return calendar, including coordination with external tax advisors
• Manage all tax filings including the annual 990, state filings, and miscellaneous returns
• Coordinate monthly close reporting across entities, the budget team, finance, and subsidiaries
• Maintain effective internal control procedures over financial reporting and tax processes
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and process documentation
• Act as a resource to management to identify risks and strengthen internal controls
• Identify technology and process improvement opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency
• Participate in financial, operational, compliance, and technology audits as needed

Skills

• 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, public accounting, or a related field
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and tax requirements (State and Federal)
• Experience managing external audit engagements and serving as primary auditor liaison
• Proficiency with accounting software and inter-fund accounting for subsidiary entities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player across all levels of an organization
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• CPA certification required
• Prior experience in a nonprofit organization strongly preferred
• Familiarity with 990 tax filing preparation and coordination with external tax advisors
• Experience with multi-entity or subsidiary accounting structures
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Master's degree optional

Benefits

• Contract engagement with potential for extension based on performance and organizational need

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