Accounting & Finance Manager

Overview

en Focus, a non-profit organization, brings an entrepreneurial focus to communities in the South Bend - Elkhart, Indiana region by recruiting top talent, providing mentorship and cohort-based programming, and executing innovation projects for community partners, called sponsors, in the Civic (education, government, healthcare, nonprofit, etc.) and Industry (manufacturing, technology, private business, etc.) sectors. en Focus also incubates startups and social impact initiatives through Research, Development, & Entrepreneurship.

As the Accounting & Finance Manager at en Focus, you will play a critical role in managing the financial health, transparency, and accountability of our growing organization while maintaining the organization’s compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Accounting & Finance Manager will oversee the financial activities of en Focus, prepare financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth.

Your work will ensure that our mission-driven innovation is backed by sound budgeting, compliance, and financial oversight. You’ll be responsible for the following core duties:

• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead annual budget development by gathering inputs across departments and projecting revenue and expenses.
  • Build and maintain cash flow forecasts, factoring in timing of grants, pledges, and major expenditures.
  • Develop financial scenario models to support strategic planning and risk mitigation.
• Bookkeeping, Revenue Tracking & Reconciliation
  • Oversee the process for accurate transaction records, including income, donations, expenses, and journal entries.
  • Reconcile bank statements and manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
  • Track and report on donor-restricted funds, ensuring compliance with grantor and donor intent.
  • Oversee the process for invoice generation, distribution, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Expense Management & Approvals
  • Oversee all aspects of accounts payable, including vendor payments and purchase matching.
  • Review staff expense reports, ensure compliance with travel policies, and administer technology or professional development stipends.
  • Administer company credit card policies, user permissions, and reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
  • Provide program-level financial reports and trend analyses to internal stakeholders.
  • Support board and leadership decision-making with timely updates on financial performance versus budget.
• Grant & Compliance Reporting
  • Track grant expenditures and prepare required financial reports to funders.
  • Ensure grant spending aligns with approved budgets and allowable use guidelines.
  • Prepare for and support annual audits, including financial schedules and auditor liaison duties.
  • Coordinate timely and accurate IRS 990 filing and charitable registration renewals.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
  • Maintain and update finance and operational policies including credit card use, travel, conflict of interest, and petty cash.
  • Ensure segregation of duties and appropriate access controls to reduce risk.
  • Uphold ethical standards with a confidential mechanism for reporting misuse of funds or suspected fraud.

• Oversees accounting and bookkeeping processes
• Coordinates audit preparation and works with external auditors.
• Coordinates training for new staff and identifies training needs for current staff related to invoicing, use of company credit card, purchase limits, and Quick Books

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong team player with an ability to adapt to change.
• Proficient in database and accounting software.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations related to financial operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization or consulting firm
• Certified Public Accountant…