ABOUT SALIX ADVISORS

RECENT PROJECTS

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Interim staffing

Whether covering a sudden departure or a planned leave, I can cover recurring tasks, support audits, recommend new staffing structures, and ensure Board committees stay informed. Previous engagements included:

  • Collaborating with Executive Directors, Program Directors, Human Resources, and accounting staff

  • Preparing invoices for reimbursement under state and federal contracts

  • Processing payroll, and remitting retirement and FSA funds

  • Core accounting needs - meeting all deadlines for monthly close

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Financial Systems

I work with you to increase efficiencies and predictability so that staff use their time well and you get the data you need on time.

  • Identified the need for a new payroll service provider and led the transition. Resulted in greater transparency and efficiency for staff.

  • Developed a Grant Intake process to increase communication when new funding is awarded.

  • Evaluated Internal Controls processes to accommodate work from home.

  • Developed an allocation plan to reduce manual data entry.

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Customized

I take a collaborative approach to meeting clients’ needs, from short-term projects to implementing strategic growth plans.

  • Delivered a plan to hire a Finance Manager for a community-based group facing explosive growth

  • Customized Financial Policies Manual for a newly-launched nonprofit.

  • Audit support; prepare documents and communicate with outside CPAs.

  • Technical assistance and coaching as staff grow into their roles.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Business Coach to staff with financial responsibilities in nonprofit organizations

  • Interim CFO in nonprofits with budgets up to $10 million

  • Member of senior leadership teams. Worked with teams to develop initiatives to forward strategic direction, including leadership development.

  • Managed daily operations of finance and accounting, HR, and IT departments. Ensured compliance with government grants and contracts.

  • Developed operating policies and processes at organizations experiencing rapid growth.

  • Worked closely with Board Finance Committees and Investment Committees to improve information flow and role clarity between Board and staff.

  • Recruited, screened and hired for multiple staff positions, including Executive Director, Finance Director, Program Manager, and HR Generalist.

  • Participated in Change Team working to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in programs and operations.

Salix Advisors LLC, 2019-present, Owner and Consultant

Washington Trails Association, 2013-2019, Director of Finance and Operations

The Mountaineers, 2012-2013, Accounting Manager

NPower Northwest, 2009-2012, Director of Finance and Operations

EarthCorps, 2002-2008, Director of Finance and Administration

EDUCATION

Boston University  Master of Business Administration, Concentration in Public and Non-profit Management

University of Southern California  B.A. Journalism

University of Washington Certificate in Fundraising

Marjorie Kittle

Marjorie Kittle

  • Consulting Clients

    Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network: Project to support move away from fiscal sponsor to stand-alone 501(c)3

    King Conservation District: Interim Finance Director

    WildEarth Guardians: Interim Finance Director

    Northwest Immigrant Rights Project: Interim Finance Director

    Transforming Age Foundation: Project to update policies and improve communication between fundraising and finance

    Real Escape from the Sex Trade: Finance and Operations Consultant

    Burke Museum Association: project to update financial policies

    White Center Community Development Association: project to assess financial and staffing structures.