Finance Manager

About LEAP For over 30 years, LEAP has worked with children, teenagers, and young adults in New Haven, Connecticut in some of the lowest income urban neighborhoods in America. As the largest youth agency in our city, we provide free academic supports, social enrichment, and leadership development, but we do so in a unique way. We give older students (ages 16-24) the training, education, and resources they need to work as counselors to our younger students (ages 7-15). In doing so, we go beyond impacting individual lives through education and employment. We build a community with power and purpose. All LEAP employees must adhere to LEAP's Core Values and Community Agreements.Core Values:Social Justice - Advocating for fairness and equality while challenging systemic injustices Caring - Demonstrating empathy and concern for individual and community well-being Ethical Leadership - Leading with integrity, fairness, and moral courage Accountability - Taking responsibility for actions, outcomes, and commitments Collaboration - Fostering partnerships to achieve common goals and maximize impact Community Agreements:Growth Mindset - Embracing challenges as learning opportunities Recognition & Appreciation - Expressing gratitude and celebrating achievements Conflict De-escalation - Resolving conflicts through open dialogue and cooperation Mutual Respect - Honoring diverse opinions, experiences, and boundaries Continuous Learning - Promoting ongoing personal and professional development Position Overview The Finance Manager plays a critical role in supporting LEAP's $7M annual operating budget through oversight of mid-level finance and accounting functions, grant financial reporting, and financial analysis that informs organizational decision-making. This position ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards, grant guidelines, and organizational policies while supervising the finance team's day-to-day operations, including the Accounts Payable & Receivable Coordinator and the Payroll Coordinator. This is a full-time, exempt (salaried), onsite position. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, thorough knowledge of nonprofit accounting and grant compliance, and a commitment to LEAP's mission of empowering young people from underserved communities. The position provides ample opportunities for professional development, including training, conference attendance, networking, and on-the-job learning experiences. Reports to: Vice President of Finance & Business Affairs Essential DutiesGrant Financial Management & CompliancePrepare, review, and submit grant financial reports in compliance with federal, state, local, and private funder requirements and applicable regulations Conduct grant budget monitoring, variance analysis, and forecasting to ensure alignment between spending and grant budgets Manage the alignment of expenditures with grant budgets and funder expectations, coordinating with the Development department and program managers as needed Oversee financial tracking and reporting for the organization's full grant portfolio, including public and private funding sources Financial Reporting & AnalysisEnsure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close processes Support the Vice President of Finance & Business Affairs in developing and maintaining cash flow analyses and projections Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making by organizational leadership Support the Vice President of Finance & Business Affairs in maintaining compliance with GAAP and other relevant accounting standards Supervision & Team DevelopmentSupervise the Accounts Payable & Receivable Coordinator and the Payroll Coordinator Provide guidance, training, and professional development support to these finance team members Support payroll, accounts payable, and receivable processes as needed to ensure continuity Audit Support & Internal ControlsAssist in annual organizational audits and coordinate grant-specific audits Support the development and maintenance of internal financial controls and procedures Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial coding and reconciliation across programs Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education Minimum of five years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least two years in grant reporting and analysis Strong knowledge of GAAP, grant compliance requirements, and nonprofit accounting practices Demonstrated tact and discretion in handling confidential financial information Supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to develop and support staff Preferred QualificationsCPA certification or actively pursuing CPA Experience with federal, state, and local grant compliance requirements Experience in nonprofit organizations with similar scale ($5M+ budget) Connection to or familiarity with New Haven community Technical SkillsProficiency in accounting or ERP software Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, financial modeling) Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems (or ability to learn quickly) Experience with RAMP and DocuSign (or ability to learn quickly) Interest in and willingness to learn AI tools to assist with financial analysis, research, and reporting Ability to organize and maintain digital records and filing systems for collecting and reporting data Essential CompetenciesExceptional attention to detail and accuracy Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work successfully both independently and collaboratively Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality standards Commitment to LEAP's mission and the communities we serve Special Requirements Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed for organizational activities (e.g. Summer program onboarding or trainings), audit preparation, and fiscal year-end closing. Compensation Salary: $65,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with retirement plan with employer contribution. Generous PTO, holiday leave, and professional development opportunities. How to Apply Send a letter of interest and resume through our online application portal: Recruitment Portal. Note This position is onsite at the LEAP office in New Haven, CT at 31 Jefferson Street. Additional information about the organization is available via LEAP is an equal opportunity employer.

Created: 2026-03-04