Finance Manager

DC Greens Inc•Washington, DC

13d•$89,400 - $94,600•Remote

About The Position

DC Greens, a nonprofit organization founded in 2009, is dedicated to advancing health equity by fostering a just and resilient food system. The organization believes in the interconnectedness of racial justice, food access, and health equity, advocating for systemic solutions and cross-sector collaboration. DC Greens collaborates with those most affected to create a just food system in Washington D.C. and dismantle systemic barriers. The Finance Manager will oversee the organization's core financial responsibilities, including bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, budgeting, reporting, audit coordination, compliance, and financial planning, while promoting participatory financial accountability. This role is crucial for ensuring sound financial management, transparency, and effective internal support throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will possess nonprofit finance experience, strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and standards.

Requirements

Commitment to the vision and mission of DC Greens
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
At least five years’(5) experience in finance at a nonprofit organization or an accounting firm responsible for nonprofit clients
Experience supporting and working closely with staff and varying levels of experience to interpret financial data
A positive attitude and concern for people, cultural humility, and good listening skills
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, with a strong orientation toward developing and maintaining systems, standard operating procedures, and protocols
Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and financial software (e.g. QuickBooks online)
Experience working with a team remotely using collaborative workplace technology tools (e.g. Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Asana)
Excellent communication skills with an ability to translate financial regulations and standards to laypersons
Must be able to pass a background check

Nice To Haves

Experience performing financial reporting for federal grant programs

Responsibilities

Perform routine daily financial activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking reconciliation, monthly reconciliations, and end-of-month reporting.
Complete semi-monthly staff and vendor payroll.
Record all financial transactions into QuickBooks.
Monitor cash flow positions and projections to ensure adequate operational liquidity.
Coordinate the annual audit process, including liaising with external auditors and bookkeepers to deliver requested documentation; ensure timely completion of audited financial statements and 990 filing.
Lead compliance efforts with GAAP, the IRS, and D.C. Government.
Lead the organization’s participatory budgeting process.
Provide training to and guidance for staff on completing financial responsibilities at all levels of the organization.
Create financial reports to support leadership decision-making.
Liaise with insurance agent or government agencies to maintain appropriate compliance and insurance policies.
Generate quarterly, annual and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis that support fiscal oversight, development efforts, and board communications.
Maintain and update financial policies and procedures manual, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as alignment with revenue and programmatic goals and processes and organizational values around equity, inclusivity, etc.
Serve as a finance and compliance resource to development staff on IRS and GAAP requirements related to grants and grant structures.
Review grant budgets to confirm alignment with the organizational budget and accounting system.
Provide financial reports and finance-related guidance to support development staff with grant reporting and invoicing.
Stay informed about development activities and processes to offer finance-related recommendations that support.
Provide support to programmatic leadership in both organizational and programmatic financial management.
Review vendor contracts and documentation to ensure the financial components are properly expressed and ensuring appropriate accounting setup for any restricted grants.
Provide program managers with guidance on using restricted grants.
Provide monthly budget support for individual program budgets.