Finance & Operations Specialist

GREENLINK ENERGY SOLUTIONS INC

Finance & Operations Specialist

Rockford, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Company parties

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Greenlink Energy Solutions is building the next generation of commercial clean energy infrastructure—designed for performance, resilience, and long-term value. We partner with organizations to deliver intelligent energy systems that reduce risk, control costs, and strengthen operational independence.

    We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and tech-savvy Finance & Operations Business Specialist to support critical internal operations across finance, legal, grant administration, and company-wide business systems. This role is ideal for a highly capable project manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at creating structure, and can manage multiple cross-functional priorities while keeping projects and processes moving forward.

    This position serves as a key internal operational leader responsible for driving organization, accountability, and execution across administrative, legal, and financial operations.

    Position Overview

    The Finance & Operations Business Specialist plays a central role in coordinating internal business operations, supporting cross-departmental projects, and maintaining efficient administrative systems. This individual will work closely with leadership, finance teams, and in-house counsel to oversee documentation, project tracking, compliance reporting, and operational process management.

    The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident in managing multiple moving pieces across departments. This role requires strong communication, project coordination, and systems management skills, along with the ability to identify opportunities to improve workflow, accountability, and internal efficiency.

    Key Responsibilities

    Financial Operations Support

    Coordinate billing documentation, approvals, invoice tracking, and administrative financial workflows

    Assist with internal financial reporting preparation, documentation management, and operational recordkeeping

    Organize vendor records, purchasing documentation, and internal financial files

    Support finance-related projects, data tracking, and operational reporting initiatives

    Submit PandaDoc billing requests and ensure supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained

    Assist with QuickBooks, spreadsheet tracking, and other financial administration tasks

    Legal Documentation & Contract Management

    Prepare, organize, and maintain legal and operational documents as requested by leadership

    Maintain centralized records of contracts, agreements, compliance records, and business documentation

    Categorize, file, and ensure accessibility of documentation across departments

    Manage document tracking and version control to maintain accuracy and consistency

    Support in-house counsel with legal administrative coordination

    Maintain confidentiality and organization of sensitive business records

    Grant Administration & Reporting

    Coordinate and manage monthly grant reporting requirements

    Gather, compile, verify, and organize financial and operational data for grant submissions

    Ensure grant reports are completed accurately and submitted on time

    Maintain organized grant documentation, compliance records, and reporting files

    Assist with grant-related project tracking and deadline management

    Project Management & Operational Coordination

    Manage and coordinate internal operational projects across finance, legal, administration, and leadership teams

    Develop project timelines, track deliverables, and ensure deadlines are met

    Monitor cross-functional tasks, follow up on action items, and maintain accountability across departments

    Support leadership with project planning, process development, and operational execution

    Identify opportunities to improve internal systems, streamline workflows, and enhance organizational efficiency

    Maintain strong visibility over ongoing administrative and operational priorities

    Systems & Administrative Operations

    Manage and maintain internal systems, digital workflows, CRM platforms, and operational databases

    Coordinate administrative systems, including KeyCafe access and internal tracking

    Support internal software platforms to ensure operational efficiency

    Identify and implement process improvements for administrative and reporting systems

    Maintain accurate digital records and organized internal documentation

    Inventory & Administrative Support

    Maintain inventory records for office equipment, supplies, and company merchandise

    Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate inventory tracking and documentation

    Support operational recordkeeping, administrative systems, and reporting documentation

    Assist leadership with day-to-day administrative project follow-through

    Qualifications

    3+ years of experience in project management, business operations, operations coordination, or administrative management

    Strong ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and cross-functional priorities

    Highly tech-savvy with experience learning and managing multiple software platforms

    Experience supporting finance operations, legal administration, or internal business systems

    Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

    Excellent communication, follow-up, and problem-solving abilities

    Ability to work independently and maintain accountability across projects

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Excel, and project tracking tools

    Experience with CRM systems and digital document management platforms

    Preferred: Experience supporting grant administration, grant reporting, or compliance coordination

    Preferred: Paralegal, finance administration, accounting support, or operations management background

    Preferred: Experience with PandaDoc, QuickBooks, Monday.com, or similar operational platforms

    Why Greenlink?

    At Greenlink, we value accountability, innovation, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to become a key contributor within a growing clean energy company—supporting the financial, legal, and operational infrastructure that helps drive meaningful business growth.