Strategic Finance & Grants Operations Manager

United Way Of Central Carolinas Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

United Way of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Financial Planning & Operations Manager to partner with program and operations leaders. You will manage budgets, monitor performance, oversee accounts payable, and deliver budget-to-actual analyses and forecasts to support informed decision-making.

The role emphasizes financial stewardship, donor fund compliance, and cross-functional collaboration to align resources with mission priorities and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience overseeing financial operations and reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and financial accuracy.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft 365 tools.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial stewardship for the organization.
• Monitor grant and restricted fund activity to ensure donor compliance.
• Oversee accounts payable processes and streamline workflows.
• Provide budget-to-actual analysis and dashboards for leadership.
• Collaborate with program and fundraising teams to translate financial data.

Skills

Financial operations

Accounts payable

Budgeting

Audits

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Microsoft 365 tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

United Way of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Financial Planning & Operations Manager to partner with program and operations leaders. You will manage budgets, monitor performance, oversee accounts payable, and deliver budget-to-actual analyses and forecasts to support informed decision-making.

The role emphasizes financial stewardship, donor fund compliance, and cross-functional collaboration to align resources with mission priorities and community impact.