Accounting​/Finance Manager

Overview

The Accounting/Finance Manager is a robust communicator of financial, accounting, and compliance related information. Under the direction of the CFCO they are a critical thought partner in advancing the organization’s goals, projects, and processes in the finance, accounting, and compliance division.

The right candidate will have experience in and possess strategic abilities to engage with projects in very dynamic ways. The person also engages in oversight and supervision of nonprofit financial matters to ensure proper procedures and processes for receipt and disbursement of funds, allocation of functional expenses, financial modeling, organizational reporting, general ledger account reconciliations, budget assistance, financial analysis, contract review and management, and other related duties as assigned.

By bringing a significant level of prior experience and developed leadership, this critical professional will significantly increase the capacity of the Digital Harbor Foundation in response to recent expansion and anticipation of continued growth. Over the past 3-5 years the organization has experienced tremendous financial growth in both its Fiscally Sponsored Projects (FSPs) and other divisions.

Digital Harbor Foundation is dedicated to digital equity for everyone, increasing diversity in the technology sector, and advancing technology innovation for the public good. Driven by our sincere belief that access to opportunity is a basic right, we take bold yet practical actions to support making a better future now. Through a portfolio of projects focused on developing leadership within communities, we support those closest to challenges to take deliberate actions based on a design thinking approach, backed by data analysis, grounded in a practice of collective impact, and driven by a commitment to racial equity.

• Must possess advanced soft skills and an ability to communicate complicated, financial, and business information to non-financial audiences and stakeholders.
• Must possess the ability to engage with projects, programs, and stakeholders in strategic conversations and dialogue with an energetic, dynamic, passionate, and problem-solver mindset.
• Advanced Accounting/Journal Entry/GAAP Experience.
• PLEASE NOTE THESE SKILLS WILL BE TESTED DURING THE HIRING PROCESS. ONLY HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES NEED APPLY.
• MUST HAVE Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an AACSB Accredited institution.
• MUST HAVE STRONG/ADVANCED Excel Skills (Formulas, Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, etc.)
  ** The applicant's Excel Skills will be tested during the interview process.
• MUST HAVE STRONG/ADVANCED Journal Entry Skills (Debits/Credits/Financial Statements.)
  ** The applicant's Journal Entry Skills will be tested during the interview process.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and modeling.
• Ability to present financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Working knowledge of financial strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP, Oracle, or related financial systems.
• Preferred:
  Master’s Degree in Accounting.
• Preferred:
  Experience working with Nonprofit Organizations.
• Preferred:
  Experience working with ERP System and Advanced GL Software.

• Proven work experience as a Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Analyst or similar role.
• Hands‑on experience with financial and statistical software.
• Expertise in MS Excel (creating spreadsheets and using advanced formulas).
• Familiarity with finance databases.
• Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERP).
• Up‑to‑date with accounting laws and regulations.
• Ability to present financial data using detailed reports and charts.
• Demonstrable strategic thinking skills.
• Confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.
• Strong technical accounting background with knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well on a team, and a positive disposition.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with various departments…