Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Job description: The Financial Manager is an integral part of a dedicated team working to prevent and end homelessness in Hunterdon County, NJ. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, payroll, account reconciliation, budgeting, grant management and reporting, and other financial and business tasks related to the daily operations of a small nonprofit. Proficiency with QuickBooks is required.

Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping & Accounting

· Record all deposits, transfers, and expenses for all accounts, including checking, savings, Executive Director expense accounts, and investment accounts.

· Reconcile all accounts monthly.

· Manage all bank transfers and handle payments, including writing checks and paying bills.

· Post payroll information and make necessary adjustments.

· Prepare journal entries as needed.

· Create and manage accounts in the general ledger.

· Run reports and explain, as needed, for leadership.

Budgeting

· Assist in preparing the annual budget with leadership staff

· Create monthly budgets based on the approved annual budget.

· Compare actual income and expenses to the budget each month.

Fundraising Support

· Track finances for fundraisers and seasonal campaigns.

· Report on actual deposits and event finances.

· Assist with budgets and financial information for grants and projects.

· Help report statistics for programs when needed.

Oversight & Compliance

· Maintain and reconcile records for restricted funds monthly.

· Review and approve check requests with proper documentation.

· Reconcile cash account balances monthly.

· Prepare all financial information for annual audits.

· Develop reporting systems for restricted programs.

· Submit monthly reports for grant-funded programs.

· Serve as a liaison with state agencies regarding finances and budgets.

· Submit quarterly and annual financial reports as required.

· Oversee donation tracking for online fundraising posts.

Goals & Objectives:

· Keep accurate and organized monthly and yearly financial records.

· Complete bank reconciliations by the third week of each month.

· Complete monthly financial reports by the 4th Wednesday of each month.

· Pay all invoices on time with proper documentation.

· Submit all required grants reports on time.

Qualifications:

· 3–5 years nonprofit accounting/finance experience.

· Strong QuickBooks skills required.

· Experience with SAGE (NJ DCA grant reporting) a strong plus.

· Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting.

· Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting and restricted fund management.

· Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field OR associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, PLUS equivalent experience in nonprofit bookkeeping/financial management. A formal degree is helpful, but hands-on nonprofit accounting experience can substitute, especially if the candidate is strong in QuickBooks and grant reporting.

Job Type: Part-time/Contract

Benefits (part-time):

· Flexible health spending account

· 13 holidays

· Paid time off

· Retirement plan

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $29.00 - $39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Flemington, NJ 08822