Finance Manager

Community Living Alliance • Madison, WI

32d • $72,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Finance Manager p rovides management, oversight, and support of fiscal operations for Community Living Alliance by ensuring accuracy, compliance and monitoring financial viability. Oversees day-to-day accounting functions with maintaining general ledger accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business or accounting. Associates degree with at least 6 years experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience.
• Must own or have access to reliable transportation to commute to the CLA office.
• 18 Years or Older
• Pass a WI Caregiver Background Check
• Capable of lifting/moving/pushing/pulling 35 pound s
• Authorized to Work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of financial systems, bookkeeping, and accounting practices.
• Knowledge of accounting and computerized accounting software packages
• Knowledge of payroll and time and attendance principles

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Supports the annual audit process, ensuring proper documentation and timely completion.
• Manages the general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end closing processes.
• Performs banking transactions and records in financial software.
• Oversee fixed asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and related reporting.
• Coordinates with Revenue Manager to resolve billing questions or discrepancies.
• Implement processes to improve cash collections and minimize outstanding receivables.
• Serves as primary backup for payroll processing to ensure continuity of payroll operations.
• Reconciles payroll deductions to vendor invoices.
• Monitors the financial viability of CLA through reporting audit and compliance.
• Provides departmental financial reports and presents financial indicators on a quarterly basis.
• Coordinates and complete monthly and year end close items per generally accepted accounting rules.
• Supervise Senior Finance Specialist position.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: M-F, 8:30A-4:30P, No weekends, Flex Time
• Time Off: 10 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time
• Mileage Reimbursement: Any traveling done on behalf of CLA
• Competitive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending, Tuition Assistance, Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF), Retirement Options
• Non-Traditional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Pet Insurance and AAA discount.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside dedicated professionals who value mentorship and teamwork
• Leadership & Growth Opportunities: Continuous training and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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