Senior Finance Manager

About this Position

Rising Sun is hiring a Senior Finance Manager as an integral member of the Admin/Operations team. This position is responsible for financial operations, compliance, and strategy. The Senior Finance Manager directly supervises the Contracts Manager, works closely with all members of the Admin and Operations department, and reports directly to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer (CFOO).

• Financial Management:
  Manages third‑party accounting, bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, reconciliations, payroll, payroll systems, month‑end close, building financial reporting, internal controls documentation, credit card management, staff expense reimbursements, and other financial tasks as needed.
• Financial Compliance:
  Manages the annual financial audit and tax filing, implements risk reduction systems, administers 403(b) retirement plan, and other compliance tasks.
• Financial Strategy:
  Tracks and monitors financial reports, reports budget vs. actuals variances, develops analytical tools, manages annual budgeting, monitors cash flow, and escalates concerns to the CFOO.
• Partnership with Other Departments:
  Collaborates with Admin/Ops for communication and efficiency, provides training and support, collaborates with Development on fundraising strategy, supports Program Directors with financial reporting, identifies budget concerns and works with Department Heads to develop solutions.
• Grants and Contracts:
  Owns grant and contract revenue cycle, supervises Contracts Manager, reviews invoices and funder reports, monitors financial health, approves budget modifications and contract adjustments, reviews hour and expense allocations, serves as escalation point, partners with Development on proposals and negotiations.

• 5+ years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in a non‑profit organization.
• Deep understanding of non‑profit finance and financial systems, including fund accounting, grant compliance, revenue recognition.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Experience managing or significantly contributing to an annual audit process.
• Experience leading or co‑leading organization‑wide budgeting processes.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and deliver against rigorous deadlines.
• High IT and computer fluency: excellent Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills, thorough knowledge of database systems.
• Demonstrable sound judgment and ability to act decisively under pressure.
• Residency in California (preferably in the Bay Area) or ability to relocate; ability to travel to Oakland and/or Stockton as required.

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Direct experience working with Quick Books Online, Salesforce, Rippling, Expensify, BILL.
• Non‑profit finance certifications.
• Vehicle and clean driving record; ability to drive locally as needed.

Permanent, full‑time, exempt, salaried position with an annual starting salary range:

• Bay Area Resident: $89,100 – $93,555
• Central Valley Resident: $85,550 – $89,827.50

Benefits include:

• 100% coverage of Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for employees; 50% coverage for dependents.
• 403(b) contribution option and 3% matching employer contribution after first year.
• $100,000 Life Insurance policy.
• 17 PTO days/year (increases each year until year 10). 18 Holidays/year (includes 2 floating holidays and a week of closure during winter). 4 Restorative days/year. Birthday off.
• Hybrid Remote work options – dependent on position.
• Monthly internet and phone reimbursement, totaling $100.
• 40% pay from Rising Sun for 12 weeks of parental leave to supplement California's state disability leave and paid family leave payments.
• 2 months of paid sabbatical after year 7.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Financial advising through Stonebridge Financial Group.
• Access to mental health services and resources through Spring Health.

Rising Sun is committed to diversity and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status. Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action;
Women and individuals who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color are encouraged to apply.