LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking a management professional with financial experience to join our team as a Director of Finance in Gainesville, FL.

Who We Are
LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 125 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 30 donor centers, 50 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

Our Mission
To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities

What You Will Own
This position is charged with ensuring the stability of LifeSouth’s finances through planning, directing and controlling financial functions, including establishing appropriate control environments, financial reports for management on the company’s financial status, preparing financial reports and analysis, overseeing the development and implementation of effective financial and accounting systems.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to)

• Manage the Purchasing and Accounting departments
• Provide financial advice and guidance to the Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
• Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks
• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and acting to prevent problems
• Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally
• Manage accounting and financial systems and maintain full and accurate accounting records
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed financial reports and statements
• Oversee all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement purchasing practices and monitor the purchasing system
• Prepare tender documents and administer contracts
• Respond to auditors’ comments concerning finances and operations and oversee required action to address deficiencies
• Establish and maintain cash controls
• Implement plan for investments and reserves as directed by the Board of Directors
• Monitor spending and recommend corrective actions as necessary
• Manage the maintenance and upgrade of financial and payroll information systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
• Five years of related financial experience, including at least two years of management experience
• Advanced computer skills and experience with computer programs such as NetSuite, Vena Solutions, MS Office Suite, Paylocity, etc.
• Ability to supervise staff and delegate tasks effectively
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Ability to analyze, think critically and make decisions consistent with SOP and regulatory guidelines
• Advanced communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to prepare concise and informative reports
• Excellent customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver’s eligibility requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA); salary commensurate with CPA designation

Our Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan with opportunity to earn up to 200 hours per year
• Health, dental, vision insurance available after 60 days
• Supplemental Insurances including life, cancer, accident and disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Retirement plan
• Wellness program with incentives and HSA rewards

This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $125,000 - $137,500 annually. Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.