Finance & HR Associate — Nonprofit, Remote-Eligible

Freedom of the Press Foundation; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom of the Press Foundation (FPF) seeks a full-time associate to support its finance and human resources functions. Reporting to the Chief Development and Operations Officer, you will manage day-to-day financial operations, budgeting, reporting, and collaborate with our accounting firm.

You will also assist in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and compliance, improving internal systems. The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and a drive to

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in finance/accounting; some HR experience preferred.
• Familiarity with GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles, including grants management.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets with formulas, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable and receivable, including expense coding and approvals.
• Coordinate with external accounting firm and assist during audits and tax preparation.
• Monitor grant revenue and expenditures and provide timely financial reporting to funders.
• Maintain records in accounting systems and ensure contracts align with budgets.
• Support HR processes: recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, and performance tracking.

Skills

Finance/accounting

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Spreadsheets

Financial analysis

Communication

Discretion / confidentiality

Problem solving

Independent work

HR exposure

Tools

Justworks

Bill.com

Sage Intacct

Job description

Freedom of the Press Foundation (FPF) seeks a full-time associate to support its finance and human resources functions. Reporting to the Chief Development and Operations Officer, you will manage day-to-day financial operations, budgeting, reporting, and collaborate with our accounting firm.

You will also assist in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and compliance, improving internal systems. The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and a drive to