Compliance Manager

Center for People • Lincoln, NE

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for People is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative services and programs to the low-income community in Lincoln, Nebraska, addressing basic needs and providing opportunities to achieve economic independence for our clients. We are currently looking for a Compliance Manager. This position is a full-time, 40 hour per week, onsite position. The Compliance Manager plays a critical cross-functional role in ensuring the Center for People operates with strong financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and internal accountability. This position leads the development, documentation, and implementation of organizational policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), supports finance operations, and serves as a key partner in audit readiness, risk management, and internal controls. Working closely with the Executive Team, Finance, and Program Leadership, the Compliance Manager ensures compliance with grant requirements, contracts, government regulations, and nonprofit best practices while strengthening systems, documentation, and staff understanding across the organization.

Requirements

• Must be flexible and a self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities while also being highly detail-oriented
• Strong understanding of nonprofit compliance, internal controls, and financial processes.
• Demonstrated ability to write, implement, and train on policies and SOPs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical judgment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across departments and leadership levels.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in accounting, compliance, or financial management.
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory reviews.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in nonprofit accounting and grant compliance strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of organizational policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure policies and SOPs are aligned with federal, state, and local regulations, grant requirements, contracts, and nonprofit best practices.
• Regularly review and update SOPs and policies to reflect regulatory changes, organizational growth, and operational improvements.
• Provide training, guidance, and technical support to staff to ensure consistent understanding and adherence to policies and SOPs.
• Act as an internal compliance resource and liaison across departments, supporting consistent and compliant operations.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of contracts, grant agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Assist the Finance Manager in preparing financial schedules, documentation, and reports for audits, reviews, board packets, and funder compliance.
• Coordinate and support the Finance Manager in the annual audit process with external auditors, including implementation of corrective actions or process improvements.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining strong internal controls to promote financial accountability and transparency.
• Manage and maintain financial and compliance databases, records, and systems to ensure accuracy, integrity, and accessibility.
• Support and promote effective use of financial systems, including Blackbaud Financial Edge, and contribute to system optimization and staff adoption.
• Develop standardized documentation and workflows that improve efficiency, consistency, and audit readiness.
• Identify compliance and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies, controls, and contingency plans.
• Collaborate with leadership and the Board to define, maintain, and regularly test the organization’s Business Continuity Plan.
• Support strategic initiatives related to financial health, program optimization, and organizational sustainability.
• Work closely with Executive Leadership to align compliance, finance support, and operational practices with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Provide clear, timely, and actionable guidance to leadership on compliance risks, findings, and improvement opportunities.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level