Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field, with a strong foundation in US GAAP
3+ years combined General Ledger and Payroll experience that shows increasing scope and ownership
Approximately 1-4 years of direct people leadership, coaching, or mentoring experience, including developing competencies and building confidence in others
Drive a clean, accurate month-end close process in partnership with the Controller, including journal entries, accruals, and key General Ledger reviews
Lead balance sheet integrity through quarterly and monthly account reconciliations, sub-ledger support, and audit-ready schedules
Produce an executive-ready monthly financial packet, highlighting insights, trends, and clear narratives that help non-finance stakeholders act quickly
Partner with program leaders on program P&L; review, variance analysis, and Budget modifications, focusing on drivers, corrective actions, and strong stewardship
Support forecasting activities, including mid-year refreshes, scenario thinking, and planning support for grant contract renewals
Supervise the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate Payroll processing, timecard review, PTO accrual tracking, and smooth coverage when needed
Strengthen Payroll compliance across federal, state, and local requirements, including coordination for workers' comp processes and retirement plan reporting needs
Collaborate with HR on Payroll and employee compliance topics, and help deliver Payroll education during new hire orientations
Improve finance workflows and systems by supporting enhancements in Sage Intacct and Paycom, with an eye toward standardization and efficiency
Champion internal controls, documentation, and continuous improvement so the Finance Manager function scales with organizational needs and growth