Manager of Finance and Accounting

The Denver Foundation•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Denver Foundation is seeking a Manager of Finance and Accounting to strengthen financial operations, enhance reporting and analysis, and support informed decision-making across the organization. Reporting to the Controller within the Finance, Impact, and Technology (FIT) Department, this newly created role leads core accounting functions while supporting financial planning and analysis. The Manager supervises accounting team members and collaborates closely with the Assistant Controller to promote accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in the Foundation’s financial processes. The role is divided between accounting oversight and financial operations (50%) and financial planning and analysis (50%). It also includes preparing and reviewing management reports, supporting Board and committee reporting, contributing to audit and Form 990 preparation, assisting with financial systems and process improvements, and partnering on strategic projects related to organizational growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence. The position is based at 1009 Grant Street, Denver, Colorado, and is hybrid, with onsite work two days per week. It is exempt and full-time. The Denver Foundation describes its work as strengthening the community, advancing racial equity, and addressing the region’s challenges with donors, community partners, and changemakers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or equivalent experience.
At least seven years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and demonstrated ability to review accounting transactions, reconciliations, and financial statements.
Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements and budgets.
Experience developing financial models, management reports, dashboards, and decision-support analyses.
Strong financial analysis and critical-thinking skills, with clear and effective communication.
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational, project management, and time-management skills.
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities while keeping work organized, accurate, and on track.
Strong customer-service commitment, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Ability to learn new systems, tools, and processes quickly and adapt to changing needs and priorities.
Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures.
Belief in the model of community foundations and an unwavering commitment to racial equity.

Nice To Haves

CPA, MBA, or similar advanced credentials.
Background in nonprofit, foundation, or fund accounting.
Experience with Community Suite, SharePoint, ADP Payroll, Microsoft 365, Power BI or similar reporting tools, and financial planning/modeling systems.

Responsibilities

In coordination with the Assistant Controller, support oversight, accuracy, and completeness of accounting activity and the general ledger.
Support review and approval across accounting processes, including transaction activity, reconciliations, accounts payable, and payroll accounting.
Participate in monthly and annual close activities, including review of account analyses, reconciliations, financial statement support, and unusual variances.
Support accounting for gifts, grants, investments, fund activity, and other foundation transactions, escalating significant or unusual accounting judgments as appropriate.
Support development and coordination of the annual budget and periodic forecasts in partnership with the Controller and organizational leaders.
Develop multi-year financial models, scenario analyses, and forecasts to support strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
Analyze revenue, expenses, staffing, administrative fees, and other key financial drivers; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Support financial models for new programs, partnerships, service models, and other organizational initiatives.
Prepare management reporting and financial analysis that translates financial and accounting results into actionable insights for leadership.
Prepare and review financial and management reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Support development and maintenance of financial dashboards, KPI reporting, and recurring management reports.
Partner with the Assistant Controller to ensure reporting is based on accurate, timely, and well-controlled financial data.
Support Board, Finance, and Audit Committee reporting.
Assist with preparation of annual audit work and Form 990 reporting.
Support implementation of new financial processes, systems, policies, and organizational initiatives.
Partner with the Controller on strategic projects related to organizational growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence.
Coordinate with the Assistant Controller to balance review responsibilities, workload, deadlines, and coverage across the Finance team.
Supervise members of the accounting team; provide coaching, review, and technical support, and contribute to staff development in accounting, financial analysis, and process improvement.