Description

The National Fire Protection Association's mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge, and passion. Established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, and property and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. 

To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive, and save more lives from fire, electrical, and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, and how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA. 

As a key member of the Finance team, the Director of Finance & Treasury Operations has two overriding responsibilities, first to safeguard the financial assets of the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) as part of Treasury responsibilities and second to provide oversight of the annual budget, monthly reporting & Analysis, and business analytics as needed to support the business lines. 

This position will leverage acquired knowledge of end-to-end NFPA business processes to ensure NFPA is set up for financial success in the short and long term. In addition, this position will manage, prepare, administer, and direct the control of the budget and credit policies. This position will also review and approve recommendations for financial planning and control, provide relevant fiscal information to executive management team to influence business decision-making, monitor division and department adherence to approved budgets and develop and manage staff in both the Financial Planning & Analysis team and the Credit & Collections team.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the development, implementation, distribution and presentation of the annual budget and forecast process to ensure effective allocation of resources to meet the organization's annual and multi-year goals.
• Establish, track, and analyze company performance in relation to key performance metrics to identify variances and prepare reports to ensure Sr. Management has complete, accurate and timely information to assist them in making informed decisions so the appropriate action can be taken.
• Develop detailed financial analysis, interpret financial and non-financial data and trends, establish management reports and analysis and routinely conduct ad hoc analysis to improve organization performance in support of the CFO
• Provide insightful business analytics that highlight performance and risk for new business opportunities.
• Function as an advisor to business units and provide leadership, guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems or process-related topics. Apply logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and perform detailed financial analysis in support of and recommending sound business decisions.
• Analyze and monitor financial results of the Association's for revenues, expenses and project costs compared to budget and forecast.
• Oversee Credit & Collection operations and credit policy for improvements and changes in business/marketing practices. Ensure adequate controls and security procedures for payment card processing in accordance with relevant legislation and industry guidelines.
• Manage NFPA's Cash and short term investments opportunities in a prudent manner to preserve capital and liquidity. Assist the CFO with the management of the General Reserves to achieve benchmark returns within the Investment Policy guidelines. Responsible for portfolio rebalancing on a quarterly basis.
• Lead, develop and manage direct reports for both the Finance and Credit & Collection departments. Support the teams' professional growth.

• Experience: 15 or more years of related experience. 
• Education: Master's degree in business administration or finance 
• Licenses: CTP or CPA preferred
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to independently assume responsibility for the   overall needs of the Accounting and Finance Department. 
• Experience with NetSuite strongly preferred

 Knowledge:

• Treasury Operations 
• Cash Management 
• Planning & Analysis 
• Investments Management 
• Reporting/KPIs 
• Exchange Markets 
• Financial Statements 
• Credit Lines 
• Working Capital 
• Banking Relationships 
• Long Range Planning 
• Financial Modeling 
• NetSuite system 

National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level, using competitive market data for each specific role. Within the range, individual pay is determined by many factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training NFPA is proud to offer competitive compensation and comprehensive, best-in-class benefits. Pay Grade 211 Min $142,152 - Mid 191,954 - Max $241,755

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