Finance Manager

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in leading complex accounting functions and supporting high-level financial analysis within a nonprofit agency dedicated to serving children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This position partners with the VP of Finance to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting, while also contributing to special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and assess intricate financial entries and account reconciliations.
• Oversee the financial close process at both monthly and annual intervals.
• Contribute to the planning and monitoring of grant budgets, ensuring adherence to funding guidelines.
• Interpret and communicate financial insights to internal teams and leadership.
• Facilitate external financial reviews, including audits and regulatory reporting.
• Act as a mentor and point of reference for junior accounting staff.
• Partner with various departments to guide budget planning and expenditure control.
• Spearhead or support strategic initiatives led by the VP of Finance, such as system enhancements, operational reviews, and financial forecasting.
• Carry out additional tasks as directed by senior leadership.

Essential Skills:

• Over 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within the nonprofit sector.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or Master's degree preferred.
• Strong command of GAAP and fund accounting methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial systems such as MIP and Microx.
• Proven ability to interpret complex financial data and deliver clear, actionable analysis.
• Skilled in managing multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with MIP software is advantageous.
• Non-Profit industry experience is preferred.
• Strong audit experience is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all financial reporting and documentation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Work Environment:

This role is based in an office setting and requires the Finance Manager to work onsite every day. Standard working hours are from 7:30/8:30 am to 4:00/5:00 pm. The position involves working with financial software like MIP and requires adherence to confidentiality standards and compliance with HIPAA.

Job Type & Location:

This is a permanent position based out of Cromwell, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Offers multiple health plan options, including HMO and POS high-deductible plans with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts. Employees also receive dental coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, and basic life insurance.

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Cromwell,CT.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 2025.