Finance Manager

Northland Health Centers; Turtle Lake (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northland Health Centers is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead accounting operations and financial reporting, driving organizational success.

You will ensure accurate financial reporting, internal controls, payroll and grant accounting, and provide insights to support strategic decisions across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience.
• Leadership experience with budgeting, auditing, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial systems.
• Healthcare, nonprofit, FQHC, and federal grant accounting experience preferred; CPA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations, cash management, accounts payable, and disbursements.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and reconciliations.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as audit liaison.
• Oversee grant accounting and regulatory reporting (HRSA, UDS, Medicare Cost Reports).
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial policies.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Payroll management

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Payroll software

Grant accounting software

Audit liaison tools

Job description

Join Our Team

Northland Health Centers is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to provide senior-level leadership of accounting operations and financial reporting that drives organizational success. In this role, you'll ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, oversee payroll and grant accounting, and provide meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making across the organization.

If you are a detail-oriented financial leader who enjoys improving processes, ensuring compliance, and partnering with leadership to strengthen financial stewardship, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As Finance Manager, you will provide oversight and leadership for the organization's accounting and financial operations, including:

• Lead daily accounting operations, cash management, accounts payable, and disbursements
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and complete reconciliations
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary audit liaison
• Oversee grant accounting and regulatory reporting, including HRSA, UDS, and Medicare Cost Reports
• Support organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and risk management practices
• Supervise and mentor Finance Department staff
• Collaborate with leadership to provide financial guidance that supports organizational goals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience
• Leadership experience with budgeting, auditing, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial systems
• Healthcare, nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), and federal grant accounting experience preferred
• CPA designation preferred

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Turtle Lake, North Dakota. The regular work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Remote work or telecommuting is not available for this position.

Weekly Operating Rhythm

You'll begin each day by reviewing cash position, open accounting items, payroll activity, and reporting priorities before collaborating with HR and organizational leaders to keep key deadlines on track. Dedicated time throughout the week is reserved for month-end close activities, grant and audit preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. You'll regularly transform complex financial information into practical recommendations that support sound business decisions while maintaining strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Total Rewards

Northland Health Centers offers a competitive salary of $70,000–$74,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities

Why Northland Health Centers?

Northland Health Centers is a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the communities we serve across North Dakota. Every employee plays an important role in improving access to care and supporting healthier communities.

Northland Health Centers has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.