Director of Accounting, Planning & Reporting

Position: Director of Accounting, Reporting & Planning Position type: Fulltime employment, 40 hours per week. Exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) The Organization: The Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) is a mission focused non-profit organization. We’re made up of a diverse group of passionate people focused on conservation, education and being a community resource. NBG is Virginia’s largest botanical garden composed more than 65 themed gardens covering over 175 acres. Surrounded on three sides with fresh water and bisected with a canal system, it is one of the only botanical gardens in the nation that visitors can enjoy on foot, by tram, by boat or by bike. Over 85 years old, NBG is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. NBG’s mission is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action, and inspire through education and connection to nature. NBG serves more than 450,000 people each year, including 14,000 active members and has a budget of over $9.2 million. In the middle of a $42MM capital project, building “The Garden of Tomorrow”, this position will have a direct impact on delivering an iconic resource to our Hampton Roads community. Together we're cultivating a brighter, greener future for generations. Candidate Profile: You will report directly to the President & CEO. You will shape NBG’s financial policy and direction while also being an active participant in, and driver of, the organization’s overall strategy. You will lead the accounting function, reporting, business planning, and budgeting. As a member of the leadership team, you will work closely with a motivated and engaged Finance & Audit Committee and be the primary contact for the external audit team. The ideal candidate would be a strategic thinker, work collaboratively and have the ability to mentor and guide staff. This is a hands-on role providing great opportunity to enhance existing systems and procedures.

Essential Functions: Drive financial excellence & strategic decision making to support NBG’s mission.Deliver GAAP-compliant financial reporting and provide financial analysisLead the annual audit and support auditor’s preparation of 990 tax formsEnsure timely and accurate month end close results based on the accrual method of accounting Present financial information to committees and boards on a quarterly basisFurnish internal reports and act as a business partner to shape decisions and strategy for the GardenBe an integral business partner with fellow organizational leaders

Essential Physical Functions: This position requires the employee to sit and/or stand for a majority of the day. Constant hearing, seeing, talking, communicating, reading, writing, and typing in an indoor environment. Must be able to synthesize complex or diverse information. Additional Job Responsibilities: Report revenue by business streams: special events, facility rentals, admissions, education classes and complex donor contribution transactionsCoordinate the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgetsAssist in the development of strategic and financial plans at a departmental and organization wide levelWork with the Vice President of Facilities to develop a long-term capital project strategySupport cashflow analysis and long-term strategies for cash managementSupervise, mentor, coach and provide training to NBG accounting staff Oversee deferred revenue, pledge analysis and donor restricted funds

Education and Experience: Minimum seven years progressively responsible managerial experience in accounting, preferably a nonprofit and/or public accounting backgroundBachelor’s Degree in business, economics, accounting or related field requiredFour years’ experience in financial reporting & general ledgerCertified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant preferred Experience with accounting software solutions and dashboards a plusExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail Benefits:Flexible work hours and some remote work opportunities Health insurance including an HSA or copay option (NBG pays 70% of individual premium and 65% of dependent/family premium)403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 4% matchCompany sponsored life-insurance coverage.Group rates on voluntary benefits such as dental, supplemental medical expense insurance, FSA, DCA, vision, STD, LTD, accident and critical illness.Paid vacation & sick leave and holidays.Professional development opportunities.Employee Assistant Program services for all employees and family membersStaff discounts on programming & gift shop Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) statement: NBG is committed to the principles and ideals of equal employment opportunity. It is, and shall continue to be, the policy and practice throughout NBG to foster equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for applicants, employees, and volunteers without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, status as a veteran, or other protected status, if qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Send resumes and applications to hr@nbgs.org