Finance, Operations and Compliance Manger

Finance, Operations and Compliance Manager

Full-Time Employee

The Helen Miller Member Education and Training Center (METC) is an educational organization providing education and training to workers represented by members of Service Employees International Union Healthcare Illinois /Indiana/Missouri/Kansas (SEIU HCIIMK), a dynamic, action-oriented union of over 95,000 healthcare and childcare workers throughout those four states. We believe in a society defined by freedom and justice, where we can all have quality education, health care and jobs, and where we all can live a full and plentiful life of our choosing.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of SEIU HCIIMK, METC seeks to provide high quality curriculum on a popular education model to thousands of low-wage workers to enhance their on-the-job experience and support their career development. The METC is a 501(c)3 organization.

METC is committed to ensuring access to training opportunities for Public and Private Homecare workers, Child Care Providers and other Healthcare workers that are represented by our Local. The METC runs specific training programs that are governed by collectively bargained agreements and/or other contracts.

Chicago, IL Hybrid

• Manage the day-to-day financial operations of METC, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and financial tracking
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership, trustees, and funders
• Monitor organizational budgets and provide variance analysis and financial projections
• Maintain accurate nonprofit fund accounting practices and documentation
• Coordinate and support annual audits, financial reviews, and tax filings
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, grant requirements, and labor-management training fund policies
• Develop and maintain internal financial and operational controls to safeguard organizational assets
• Maintain documentation and reporting necessary for program audits, funder reviews, and regulatory compliance
• Monitor compliance with grant agreements, contracts, and program funding requirements
• Oversee the development, execution, and management of vendor agreements and service contracts
• Maintain a contract tracking system to ensure timely renewals, compliance with deliverables, and adherence to payment terms
• Coordinate with leadership and external advisors to ensure contracts align with organizational policies and funding requirements
• Assist with the creation of organizational policies/procedures that align with funder requirements
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met
• Oversee payroll administration to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee compensation
• Monitor compliance with payroll laws, tax reporting requirements, and organizational policies
• Maintain staff records and coordinate time allocations across programs and grants when required for funding compliance
• Serve as the primary liaison with HCII payroll, vendors or service providers
• Oversee the administration and effective use of operational systems and portals, including financial systems, platforms, learning management systems, and funder reporting portals
• Ensure systems support accurate data entry, reporting, and compliance documentation
• Coordinate with staff and vendors to troubleshoot issues and improve system functionality
• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative systems and increase operational efficiency
• Work collaboratively with program leadership to ensure financial and operational systems support training delivery and reporting requirements
• Support grant development and reporting by providing financial and operational data and coordinating reporting needs with leadership
• Supervise finance and administrative staff and support professional development and performance management
• Contribute to organizational planning and process improvements that strengthen operational effectiveness
• Other duties as assigned

The Operations, Finance, and Compliance Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with program leadership, external auditors, HCIIMK finance team, and other service providers. The position could grow to supervise finance and administrative staff and may oversee external vendors responsible for financial systems, payroll processing, and operational platforms. The role exercises independent judgment and discretion in managing financial operations, compliance activities, and contract administration within established policies and governance structures.

This position operates primarily in an office or hybrid work environment with periodic meetings with organizational partners, vendors, and training sites. There may be a requirement to work long and irregular hours, and to work on weekends, with additional hours required during financial reporting periods, audits, or major project deadlines. The role requires strong attention to detail, the…