Jennifer Ucci Bossert
Sanford,Maine
Summary
Proven nonprofit executive known for strategic leadership and innovation. Adept in steering mission-driven organizations through financial management, development, and human resources. Accomplished in revitalizing financial viability through prudent fiscal management, successful rebranding, and targeted fundraising. Recognized for eloquent communication, relationship-building, and elevating public awareness. Hands-on and inclusive leader committed to developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of kindness and excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance & Operations
Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
02.2021 - Current
- Direct all operational, financial, human resource and IT functions for the largest sexual assault crisis center in Maine
- Maintain the organization's $1.5 Million annual budget.
- Developed and implemented grant-seeking strategies to identify new sources of funding, successfully securing more than $420,000 in new grant, donor & fundraising revenue in the first 2 years.
- Prepared detailed grant proposals in response to requests for applications from foundations and other potential funders.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Assisted senior management in developing strategies for improving the overall financial performance of the organization.
- Implemented modern IT and HRIS systems.
- Evaluated internal control systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
- Coordinated external audits by providing required documents on time.
- Successfully negotiated a union contract, achieving an agreement that balances the needs of the organization with those of the workforce, leading to improved staff satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- As an advocate, providing support and resources to individuals in crisis, including hospital and police accompaniments and coordination of ongoing support services.
Development Director
Turning Points Network
Claremont, NH
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Develop & execute TPN's annual fundraising plan, including grant writing, donor cultivation & stewardship, marketing, communications and oversight of the organization's annual signature event
- Successfully secured more than $1 million dollars in capital grant funding, including competitive block grant and USDA funding for a new office facility
- With a team of volunteers, netted $90k on the annual 5K signature event, the most in the organization's history
- Worked in tandem with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement a successful, multichannel communications plan to stakeholders across Sullivan County, increasing awareness of services
- Successfully implemented the agency's first Planned Giving program, securing more than $200k in planned gifts in year one.
Financial Analyst
PathWays of the River Valley
Claremont, NH
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Worked closely with the Controller to oversee the day-to-day finance operations, including supporting a team of four
- Provided ongoing analysis of revenue, costs and expenses for more than 200 clients, as well as managed state funding contracts through DHHS
- In partnership with area directors, CFO, Controller, successfully prepared consumer budgets for more than 200 clients annually
- Supported preparation of the Operational & State Bi-Annual budget
- Hired and supervised the organization's first grant writer, creating new opportunities for revenue generation outside of the DHHS contract
- Oversaw all aspects of the finance process - including AP, AR, management of the corporate CC accounts, banks and fixed assets
- Consistently analyzed financial data to identify trends, improve labor costs and efficiency, and forecast areas of strengths and concerns
- Successfully designed and implemented a new agency website and implemented the first social media communications plan.
Assistant Controller/Senior Accountant/US Based HR
Swish White River
Hartford, VT
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Under the guidance of the Canadian-based CFO, successful restructured and stabilized the finance department for a 100-year-old paper company in the Upper Valley
- Daily oversight of all finance and human resources operations for the organization, including supervision of 4 finance staff members
- Worked closely with Canadian finance team through the merger stages, analyzing processes, implementing policies and procedures and successfully structuring a month-end close system
- Successfully reduced Accounts Receivable by $1.3 million dollars within the first 12 months
- Implemented new payroll systems to support more than 100 employees
- Provided oversight of all human resource operations, including benefits administration and performance management for entire US operations.
Education
BS in Business Administration - Concentration in Organizational Psychology
Southern NH University
01.2022
Accounting -
NH Technical Institute
01.2001
Skills
- Leadership & Project Management
- Budget & Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Human Resources
- Grant Management
- Fundraising
- Training, Coaching & Mentoring
- Staff Development
Professional Development
- Certificate in Nonprofit Management, Maine Association of Nonprofits, 2023
- Organizational Leadership, Harvard Business School Online, April 2023
- Managing to Change the World & Managing for Racial Equity, Inclusion & Results, The Management Center, 2022/2023
Affiliations
- Vice President & Show Chair - York County Kennel Club
- Treasurer - Southern NH Kennel Club
- Entertainment Director - Cornish Fair, Cornish, NH
Timeline
Director of Finance & Operations
Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine
02.2021 - Current
Development Director
Turning Points Network
09.2018 - 11.2020
Financial Analyst
PathWays of the River Valley
10.2016 - 09.2018
Assistant Controller/Senior Accountant/US Based HR
Swish White River
01.2014 - 08.2016
BS in Business Administration - Concentration in Organizational Psychology
Southern NH University
Accounting -
NH Technical Institute
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