Finance Manager

Family Promise of Essex County, a leading provider of services that transform the lives of families experiencing homelessness, is seeking a highly motivated Finance Manager who is analytical, driven, and highly organized to direct all aspects of financial record keeping and reporting.

The ideal candidate is passionate about serving this community, is goal-oriented and a highly collaborative teammate with exceptional organizational skills and a warm personality. This position is Part Time (25 hours per week) and will be based in Montclair. The Finance Manager will report to the Executive Director and will work closely with the management team and contracted accountant.

• Oversee financial management, planning, systems and controls with direction from our Contracted CPA.
• Executing all accounting functions and staff – accounts payable, accounts receivable, electronic banking, monthly reconciliations.
• Responsible for payroll processing with payroll company and posting to general ledger and timely submission of tax forms (W-2s, 941s, 1099s, etc.).
• Co-Administrator of all benefits with Operations Manager.
• Coordinates Medicaid Billing with Operations/ Grants Manager.
• Produces monthly financial reports for the Executive Director and Finance Committee.
• Coordination of annual audit with Contracted CPA.
• Develop annual budget with the Executive Director for review by Finance Committee and monitor cash flow.
• Monitor and manage all grant budgets, spend down, reporting and compliance for all funding sources.
• Issues 1099s each year to eligible vendors and sends any invoices as required.
• Maintains current financial records and all bank-related materials, currently using Quick Books.
• Develop and maintain accounting system, making recommendations for improvements as identified.

• Degree in Finance or Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit accounting and financial management.
• Strong understanding of day-to-day accounting processes, general ledger work, and detailed budget processes.
• Proficient in Quick Books and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Medicaid Billing procedures (preferred but not required).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to digest and synthesize data for grant reporting.
• Commitment to FPE’s mission to help homeless and at-risk families achieve self sufficiency through a community-based approach.

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