Finance Manager
Rochester, New York

Insero Talent Solutions is thrilled to partner with a nonprofit in its search for a Finance Manager to join its growing team.

The Finance Manager is a newly created, hands-on role responsible for the financial management and integrity of the organization. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, grant tracking, cash flow management, and internal financial controls.

This role is ideal for a self-directed, analytical professional who thrives in a lean environment, can operate autonomously with minimal oversight, and is motivated to strengthen financial infrastructure while identifying cost-saving opportunities that support mission delivery.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and monthly close.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Maintain integrity of financial records in accordance with GAAP (nonprofit accounting standards preferred).
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools to support CEO.
• Lead annual budgeting process and ongoing forecast updates.
• Present financial updates and analysis to CEO and Board as needed.

Cash Flow & Controls

• Monitor and manage organizational cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity.
• Develop cash projections and scenario planning models.
• Establish and strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee reconciliations.

Grant Management & Compliance

• Track restricted and unrestricted funding sources.
• Monitor grant budgets, allocations, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial reports for grantors and funding agencies.
• Ensure compliance with grant restrictions and nonprofit financial regulations.
• Support audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors or accountants.

Operational & Strategic Finance

• Identify cost-saving measures and operational efficiencies across the organization.
• Analyze program-level financial performance and sustainability.
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Improve financial systems, reporting processes, and workflow efficiencies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience; nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with nonprofit audits and Form 990 preparation preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle accounting independently.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (or similar accounting software).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling).
• Experience with grant management and restricted fund tracking.
• Ability to work autonomously in a lean, resource-constrained environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.