Finance Manager - Nonprofit, Grants & Budgets

Chinese Mutual Aid Association; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Opportunities for growth

Fun, high-energy culture

Flexible hours

Relaxed dress code

Access to an exceptional leadership团队

Job summary

Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager of Finance to oversee day-to-day financial operations, budget preparation for grants, payroll processing, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with multiple departments and funders, supervise junior staff, and support the Director of Finance on special projects. This role operates on-site five days a week in a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience with government contracts and grant management.
• 2–4 years of experience in nonprofit accounting.
• Familiarity with payroll processing for large teams.
• Knowledge of health insurance and ancillary benefit cost allocation.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• CPA credential a plus.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Comptroller to prepare and monitor program budgets to ensure financial accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
• Work with program and development staff to finalize and revise budget proposals.
• Prepare reports for program expenditures and submit required vouchers timely as per grant/funder specification.
• Prepare, revision, and tracking of departmental annual budgets in collaboration with program managers and department heads.
• Assist Comptroller to generate Budget to Actual reports by cost-centers and departments on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Assist Comptroller to prepare monthly financial statements for Finance Committee and Board meeting.
• Partner with the Finance manager to execute and manage the payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payment of salaries, benefits, and deductions.
• Supervise billing and accounts payables to ensure timely payments and accurate allocations.
• Assist the Comptroller in coordination with external auditors during financial audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Supervise staff accountants, providing guidance and training to enhance their skills and performance.
• Maintains records of current cash balances & assists the Comptroller in managing cash flow.
• Oversee accounts receivable/accounts payables
• Assist Comptroller in managing office contracts and vendors maintenance agreements
• Assist Comptroller in monitoring leasehold improvements
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Comptroller for accounting and finance functions

Skills

Government contracts

Grant management

Nonprofit accounting

Payroll processing

Health insurance cost allocation

CPA a plus

QuickBooks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA credential a plus

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager of Finance to oversee day-to-day financial operations, budget preparation for grants, payroll processing, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with multiple departments and funders, supervise junior staff, and support the Director of Finance on special projects. This role operates on-site five days a week in a nonprofit setting.