Nonprofit Finance Manager

Job Summary:

We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Finance Manager to support the financial strategy and day-to-day accounting for a portfolio of nonprofit clients. In this client-facing role, you’ll balance big-picture analysis with hands-on bookkeeping - delivering clear, actionable insights while ensuring accuracy in every detail.

The ideal candidate is financially savvy, self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment. They bring strong follow-through, clear communication, and a service-minded approach to every client and team interaction.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role that’s perfect for someone who enjoys building financial systems, guiding leaders through strategic decisions, and ensuring smooth, compliant operations. Experience with nonprofit finance, GAAP reporting, and client relationship management will set you up for success.

Finance Manager Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management

• Provide finance management support and serve as a key point of contact for 10+ client accounts
• Build trusted, long-term, relationships with nonprofit executives, board members, and other stakeholders
• Anticipate client needs and provide  proactive, strategic recommendations
• Manage client engagement timelines and deliverables in alignment with 100 Degrees Consulting’s standards
• Spot opportunities to expand services and deepen support as client needs evolve 

Financial Reporting & Analysis  

• Prepare comprehensive monthly GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable analysis for nonprofit leaders and boards 
• Conduct budget-to-actual variance analysis and highlight key insights 
• Support monthly forecasting and cash flow modeling to help clients plan with confidence 

Compliance & Risk Management 

• Monitor and maintain ongoing financial compliance across client accounts
• Ensure audit readiness through proper documentation and systematic record-keeping
• Stay current on nonprofit regulations and GAAP requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary documentation during audit processes 

Strategic Financial Planning

• Lead annual budgeting process from initiation through board approval
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to gather input and align budget priorities with organizational mission
• Develop realistic budget frameworks based on historical analysis and strategic goals
• Create multi-year financial projections and scenario planning models
• Conduct periodic budget review and recommend adjustments as needed

Cash Flow & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain comprehensive cash flow reporting for clients
• Provide monthly forecast updates based on actual results and revised projections 
• Create scenario planning models to help clients navigate financial uncertainties
• Identify potential cash flow challenges and recommend solutions
• Support overall organizational strategic decision-making through financial modeling and analysis

Grant & Restricted Funding Management

• Support grant funding initiatives and grant compliance requirements
• Monitor and report on restricted-funded activities through accurate monthly financial tracking.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for funders
• Assist with grant applications by providing financial projections and assisting with budget development

Payroll & Cost Allocation

• Implement payroll allocation methodologies across programs and funding sources
• Maintain comprehensive documentation supporting all allocations

Team Collaboration 

• Work closely with other Finance Managers and team members to share knowledge, improve processes, and share wins and challenges
• Contribute to a collaborative and solution-oriented internal team culture

Qualities We’re Looking For:

• Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative 
• Collaborative and relationship-focused, able to partner effectively with teams and stakeholders. 
• Discreet and trustworthy with handling sensitive financial and organizational information
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities
• Positive, client-centered, and committed to delivering clear, actionable financial insights
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, accessible information for diverse audiences
• Driven, comfortable with ambiguity, and highly self-motivated in managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Quick to learn and eager to take ownership of financial processes, systems, and reporting cycles
• Comfortable rolling up your sleeves to solve problems and support both strategic and day-to-day financial operations

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000