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Finance Director


The Finance Director coordinates all financial aspects of FH King, including writing the budget, overseeing all purchases and payroll, and acting as FH King's representative to ASM and other entities within the University. She/he will work with other members of the FH King Board to create educational programs and implement cool projects at the Student Farm.

Applicants should have strong organizational and time management skills, the ability to thrive in a collaborative work environment, and a genuine interest in sustainable agriculture. Students of all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to apply; we do request a 1-year commitment for the position during which you must remain a UW student. Also, this job is awesome. A full position description and details on how to apply can be found on our website.

Not so Short Description:
This position oversees the financial needs of F.H. King. The Finance Director will oversee all payroll and purchasing activity for the organization. An important role of the Finance Director is creating the annual budget. This requires collaboration with the entire Board of Directors to determine the fiscal needs of the organization in the future. Throughout the fiscal year, the Finance Director must ensure spending is in line with specific budget restrictions. In addition, the Finance Director will serve as a liaison to ASM and SSFC through meetings and general contact; manage the organization's accounts; and produce an annual financial report. Throughout the year, he/she will work on maintaining the organization's account, including budget reallocations and reconciliations. He/she will collaborate with the Program Director to increase fundraising and grant-writing efforts.

This is a student hourly position meaning that one must be a registered UW-Madison student to apply. We are looking for an individual who can commit at least one year to the organization. The position will begin after training in early September. The hourly rate is $9.19. The position is limited to 12 hours per week. Hours are not based on a set schedule and are flexible to accommodate to student's schedules.

Finance Director Specific Responsibilities:

Serve on F.H. King's Board of Directors
Purchasing and procurement of supplies and materials
Drafting the annual budget
Financial reporting
Annual financial report
Understand budgetary restrictions
Account management
Maintaining the GSSF-approved budget
Fundraising
Grant writing and research
Grant reporting
Acting as a GSSF liaison
Weekly meeting with the Board of Directors
Weekly meeting with GSSF Financial Supervisor
Keep and file receipts
Website: http://fhkingstudentfarm.com/internships-and-volunteer-opportunities/
Deadline: Friday, August 30, 2013