The Finance Director has overall responsibility for management of the financial aspects of BGCN. This includes financial reporting on a timely basis, maintaining financial relationships,cash management, budget development, oversight of retirement plans, coordination of annual audit, payroll, tax returns and governmental or regulatory reporting.

This individual will provide insight and recommendations to grow BGC in order to enhance our revenue and decrease our expenses and will work closely with our senior team, Board and Board Committees, reporting to the Executive Director.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of five years’ professional experience in finance/administration, CPA or public
accounting background preferred
• Experience leading teams, Ability to train and develop staff
• Citizenship, residency or work VISA in the United States required.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional manner

Job Description & Duties:

Oversees overall daily operations of the Boys & Girls Clubs financial functions.

Primary responsibilities include:
• Responsible for oversight of day-to-day finance and accounting operations (including
general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, fixed assets, credit card expense
reporting, endowments, payroll processing, vacation accruals and monthly
reconciliations) to ensure timely and accurate financial information with appropriate
procedures and internal controls.
• Responsible for day to day oversight of banking relationships and cash management
• Work with senior team to create budgets for each program and functional area as well
as organization-wide budget. Monitor variances.
• Establish and implement financial policies and procedures ensuring compliance with
GAAP
• Preparation and analysis of financial reports, develop reporting system for accurate, real
time data for all budgets and particularly restricted accounts
• Prepare cash flow projections
• Work closely with Development team to monitor and report on all grants, charitable
giving and restricted funds; Alignment of reporting
• Maintain payroll and personnel records and reporting (HR and benefits)
• Investments – Provide oversight and recommendations with Finance Committee and
board for all BGC investments
• Audit preparation and management – work with auditors and staff of BGC to prepare for
and reconcile audit
• Chart of Accounts – enhance to align with our current program offerings and coordinate
with MTS (Membership Tracking System) and QuickBooks
• Other duties as assigned

This position will be full-time, 40 hours per week. This will be a key member of the senior team, which includes the Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director and Director of Development. The Finance Director works closely with colleagues to develop and execute strategic initiatives to enable BGC to fulfill its mission and grow.

Welcome to the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need help most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

For nearly 67 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has provided quality programming and services for all youth in our community. The Club is part of a nationwide movement of more than 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs, and we provide services to more than 2,200 members annually.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County offers a variety of programs for youth, adults and families. Programs include after school licensed childcare, homework help, a teen center, summer camp, aquatics, a fitness center, dance, technology, music and fine arts.

Contact Information:

Email resume and cover letter to:
Kelley Coen
Executive Director
Boys & Girls Club of Newport County
95 Church Street
Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-847-6927 ex. 111
Email: kcoen@bgcnewport.org

Under the direction of the Operations Director, assist in the maintenance and repair of the Club’s buildings, grounds, vehicles, equipment and other facilities consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the organization.

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent or two years of experience in a facility and site maintenance, construction, or grounds keeping business.
• Valid and current driving license, chauffeur’s license preferred.
• Ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others.
• Self-starter and organizer.
• Ability to accept guidance, direction and supervision.
• Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials
• All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events and to help fundraise
• Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members – evening and weekends are expected during the year.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) License preferred, training can be provided.
• Pool operations experience (chemical balancing, backwashing, ECT) preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification (training provided post hire).
• A Chauffeur Driver’s License MUST be obtained in the first 90 days of employment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain grounds, handling equipment such as mower, tractor, chain saws, etc., in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on club facilities, equipment, and grounds, including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical and carpentry tasks.
• Perform janitorial and general maintenance duties such as sweeping, scrubbing, waxing floors, washing windows and screens, putting up and taking down screens and storm windows, cleaning bathrooms, and assisting with cleaning dining hall.
• Dispose of trash and waste and manage recycling
• Assist in conducting initial and end of season inventories.
• Store equipment safely.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify safety hazards or maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with BGCA, OSHA, ACA and all other regulatory safety standards.
• Support the Facilities Manager and Operations Director in managing vendors and contractors for larger repairs or maintenance projects.
• Maintain Safety Equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, first aid kits, smoke and CO detectors, emergency lighting) and ensure they are in good working order
• Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines, including local, state and federal as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down equipment for programs, events and club activities.
• Respond to immediate facility issues or emergencies such as spills, broken equipment and weather-related concerns.
• ​​​Support logistics for Club programs and events, including moving furniture, setting up rooms, and transporting supplies.​​
• Ability to understand and implement safety regulations and procedures
• Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify safety hazards and monitor guest and staff behavior and enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures
• Ability to walk, stand, bend and stretch
• Ability to lift, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 75 pounds may be required.
• Ability to safely and properly use power tools and equipment
• Ability to safely drive cars, light trucks, tractors, and other motorized vehicles
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to Club operations.
• Additional skills with maintenance of transportation fleet, plumbing/electrical skills and/or certification preferred.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers and club members in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury).

Disclaimer:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Interested candidates must submit a letter of intent, application and resume to:

Email : roneill@bgcnewport.org

Mailing Address: Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County, 95 Church Street, Newport, RI 02840

Terms of Employment:

Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 28 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Newport, RI 02840 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Welcome to the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need help most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. For nearly 60 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has provided quality programming and services not only to those less-advantaged children and their families but to all youth in our community. The Club is part of a nationwide movement of more than 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs, and we provide services to more than 1,800 members annually.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County offers a variety of programs for children, teens, adults and families. Programs include after school licensed child care, homework help, a teen center, summer camp, swimming lessons and aquatics, a fitness center, dance and drama, computers and technology, music and music production, and the fine arts.

Greet all guests and members upon entrance to The Club, and fulfill front desk administrative responsibilities as detailed below.

Hours: 6:15am-10:30am, and/or 2pm-7pm, 3-5 days per week

• Strong communication skills both oral and written are required
• Capable of self-direction
• Knowledge of programs and activities. Able to receive and provide accurate information to staff and customers
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two to five years clerical, office, customer service experience or a combination of comparable skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to the development of youth between 4 and 18 years of age
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel is useful. Must learn to use Club software and databases
• All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events
• All staff have responsibilities to help fundraise
• Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members. We are in need of an opener (6:15am-10:45am), with flexibility for evening hours up to 7:00 P.M. and some weekends.
• Increased hourly pay for bilingual candidates.

Youth development staff are responsible for being a positive role model at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County. This Program Staff’s primary responsibility is to help oversee a classroom (pod) of members. This individual will report directly to the Director of Childcare and Camp to ensure a positive, supportive and productive environment for all youth.

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to development of youth between 5 and 14 years of age;
• Strong communication skills both oral and written are required;
• Positive role model for members;
• Report properly attired and on time to work;
• Additional training will be provided post-hire;
• According to state law, the Boys & Girls Club must conduct a criminal records check by the Bureau of Criminal Identification of the Department of Attorney General of the State of Rhode Island.
• All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events;
• All staff have responsibilities to help fundraise;
• Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members – evening and weekends are expected during the school year.

• Cultivate an environment that is hospitable, safe and welcoming for both members and staff;
• Help provide a fun, safe and educational experience for program participants;
• Oversee a classroom of bilingual members to provide a supportive environment;
• Plan and implement programs on a daily basis, developing curriculum and lesson plans;
• Develop safe and professional relationships between other staff and members;
• Other responsibilities as needed.