Divisional Finance Director

Job Description

Job Description

Recruiting Opportunity Closes : 10.29.2025

Salary Wage : $160,000.00

Hours Per Week : 40

Status : Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions : 1

Department : Finance

Position Title : Divisional Finance Director (DFD)

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions :

Complete the online job application, upload a resume and cover letter.

To apply online go to : Divisional Finance Director , or https : / / tinyurl.com / 3djfjsrr

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave., Happy Valley, OR 97086. Bring a resume and cover letter and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Major Harold Laubach at harold.laubach@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 794-3200 . Major Laubach is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement :

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

Education and Work Experience :

Education : Graduation from an accredited University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business. MBA preferred.

Completion of either the CPA or CMA certificate. Current certification is required for the duration of employment.

Work / Professional Experience : Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managerial accounting and supervisory experience and the ability to serve as a member of a leadership team.

Scope of Position : The Divisional Finance Director (DFD) oversees the financial affairs and accounting of The Salvation Army Cascade Division. The DFD gives leadership and supervision to the Finance Department and is responsible for accounting, planning and reporting for the approximately 35 units within the Cascade Division. The DFD is a member of the leadership team and will help to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) guidelines.
• Broad proficiency in Excel and Word and usable experience with Access and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Shelby and Vivid are beneficial.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.

Professionalism (not listed in priority order)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The DFD is the assets custodian of the Division and is responsible for all aspects of financial management and accounting including but not limited to :

Physical Requirements :

This position requires long periods of sitting at a desk using a personal computer with screen monitor and telephone.

May be required to lift, move or carry materials up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, hand, or feel objects, tools, or controls; to talk or hear; reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Must be able to comprehend assignments and / or ask for additional information or clarification until the assignment is understood.

Ability to operate telephone, desktop and laptop computer, copiers, scanner, fax, and other standard office machines.

Working Conditions :

The employee will work on many projects at once with interruptions and noise from ringing telephones, printers, copiers, and walk-in traffic. The position meets multiple, constant, rigid deadlines, and competing / changing priorities. There will be phone and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated.

The position requires the mental aptitude to organize projects, set priorities, calculate, catalogue, inspect, analyze plans, comprehend, and cooperate with others, & etc.

The employee works with minimum supervision, and the work involves a high degree of independence. May be required to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and / or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests and / or timelines.

Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Occasionally travels overnight and out-of-state. Must be able to travel by air transportation.

Schedule :

With the supervisor’s approval, the DFD will establish a standard work week taking into consideration the essential duties of this position, the mission of the department, and of the Salvation Army. The work of exempt employees is not measured solely by hours worked. Employees in exempt positions are expected to work the hours necessary to complete assignments on a schedule that satisfies the requirements of the job. A full-time commitment typically requires a minimum of 80 hours per bi-weekly pay period.

Miscellaneous :

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

There may be occasions where you will be called upon to perform tasks not specifically listed in this job description. It is of the utmost importance that flexibility and team conceptualization are in the character of you, the employee.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.