Finance Manager Montpelier, VT
Listed on 2026-07-03
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Financial Compliance, CFO -
Management
Financial Manager, CFO
Finance Manager
Robert Half is seeking a Finance Manager to lead our client's accounting and fiscal oversight functions in Montpelier, Vermont. This Finance Manager role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding budget planning, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards as well as federal and state funding requirements. The Finance Manager will be working with senior leadership and key stakeholders and the Finance Manager will support sound financial decision-making while serving as a trusted resource for reporting, audits, and operational guidance.
This is an excellent small company environment for a hands on and strategic minded Controller/Finance Manager and has an excellent work life balance!
Finance Manager Responsibilities:
- Direct the organization's day-to-day financial operations, including accounting activities, payroll administration, benefits coordination, cash management, fixed assets, and oversight of grants, contracts, and loan-related matters.
- Produce accurate financial statements, internal summaries, and external reports that support leadership decisions and satisfy reporting obligations to agencies and partner entities.
- Lead monthly and year-end close processes by reconciling accounts, reviewing the general ledger, managing tax-related reporting, and preparing records for audit readiness.
- Build and track annual budgets and financial forecasts, analyze spending patterns and program costs, and recommend adjustments to support fiscal stability.
- Coordinate the annual external audit and other financial reviews by organizing documentation, responding to auditor requests, and helping ensure timely completion.
- Interpret grant rules and funding requirements, translate them into practical financial procedures, and monitor compliance across programs and sub-recipient activities.
- Partner with staff, the Treasurer, and external organizations such as financial institutions, government agencies, vendors, and accountants on fiscal matters and reporting needs.
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