Finance Manager

uppervalleyhaven; Hartford (VT); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Support for professional growth

Work-life balance with negotiated remote hours

Job summary

Upper Valley Haven seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with standards. This full-time position is ideal for someone with mid-level experience in finance, focusing on mission-driven work that helps individuals move out of homelessness.

Responsibilities include managing day-to-day financial operations, preparing financial statements, and collaborating on budget development. The salary ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• 3-5 years of accounting or financial management experience.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable and payroll.
• Prepare and maintain financial statements.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel

Ability to work collaboratively across departments

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

3-5 years of accounting or financial management experience

Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Experience in nonprofit financial management (preferred)

Familiarity with grant tracking and reporting (preferred)

CPA or advanced degree (a plus, but not required)

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title

Finance Manager

About Upper Valley Haven

Upper Valley Haven is a community-centered nonprofit dedicated to helping people move out of homelessness and hunger and toward self-sufficiency. Through shelter, food access, education, and supportive services, the Haven partners with individuals and families to build stability and opportunity. Our work is grounded in dignity, equity, and respect—and our staff are central to advancing that mission.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable regulations. This role supports leadership in budgeting, financial planning, and analysis, helping maintain the organization’s financial health and sustainability. Ideal for someone with mid-level experience, this position requires a strong understanding of GAAP and a commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization focused on creating lasting community impact.

Salary

$75,000 to $85,000 with benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process alongside leadership and program managers.
• Collaborate on long-term financial planning and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit financial regulations.
• Maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard organizational assets.
• Coordinate and support external audits and financial reviews.
• Monitor cash flow.
• Track and report on restricted funds, grants, and program-specific budgets.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership team, finance committee, and board of directors.
• Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with program managers and department heads on the development, execution, and reporting of budgets.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3-5 years of accounting or financial management experience
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Experience in nonprofit financial management (preferred)
• Familiarity with grant tracking and reporting (preferred)
• CPA or advanced degree (a plus, but not required)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds (e.g., files or office materials)

Work Environment / Schedule

Upper Valley Haven sits on a four‑building campus about a mile northwest of the center of White River Junction. Second‑story office space in a renovated former residence is provided. Haven’s business hours run from 8:30 to 4:30, while Haven shelters are staffed 24/7. The Finance Manager position is full‑time, 40 hour/week. On‑site and remote hours can be negotiated.

Why Join Upper Valley Haven?

• Help refine the fiscal practices of a respected nonprofit making a tangible difference in its community, supporting about 10,000 people a year move towards self‑sufficiency.
• Support capacity‑building to sustain rapid growth by taking part in the development of structures and processes to create consistency and efficiency.
• Contribute to informed participation in fiscal management by people in designated management and governance roles.

Upper Valley Haven (UVH) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace environment that is welcoming and safe for all. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. UVH follows all EEOC guidance and federal and state laws regarding background screening.