Center for Disability Rights

Assistant Director, Supplemental Needs Trust Employment Type: Full-Time Summary: This position requires regular responsibility of direct supervision for the work of others. The Assistant Director will oversee all activities that are being performed by the employees and will continuously provide them with feedback and guidance.This job operates in an office environment with moderate to light noise. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The position is office-based, and the regular business hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Travel is occasionally required for this position. Duties: Supervises, directs, and reviews the work of the accounting staff including but not limited to, cash reconciliations, trust account statement reconciliations, check runs, accounts receivable transactions, debit and credit activity, and recording of revenues, etc.Ensures the time frames for members†bills to be paid are being adhered to.Responsible for ongoing training and professional development of staff.Performs supervisory duties including hiring, training staff, promoting, disciplining, scheduling, terminating, measuring performance and conducting staffâ€s annual evaluations.Funds management - including placement of funds in various accounts.Maintains organized set of detailed records and files to document financial transactions.Resolves complex accounting issues or assists other personnel in resolving financial issues.Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.Participates in various committees, as assigned, submits board report information.Engages in community relations to include holding staff meetings, workshops, and presentations to provide outreach and promote CDRâ€s Pooled Trust Program and itâ€s benefits to members.Undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to support the organization as needed. Skills: Advanced skills with accounting software and databases.Ability to manipulate large amounts of data.Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.High attention to detail and accuracy.Time management skills.Assessment and problem-solving skills.Ability to hold staff accountable.Great communication skills in relation to face-to-face, phone and email interactions.Ability to speak in Spanish or Russian a plus. Qualifications: 1. Education and Experience:Bachelorâ€s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.Masterâ€s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.2. Experience Requirements:Minimum of three (03) years of directly related with the specified responsibilities is required.At least two (02) years of supervisory experience is required.At least two (02) years†experience in a non-profit and/ or disability services organization is a plus. Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree Minimum Experience: 2-5 years Contact Phone: The Center for Disability Rights strives to be a participant controlled, cross disability organization that is reflective of the community it serves. CDR values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, cultural or ethnic group membership, disability status, educational level, family status, gender, income, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. CDR will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.