Finance Manager (Municipal)

POSITION: FINANCE MANAGERINDUSTRY: NON-PROFIT / MUNICIPAL SERVICESLOCATION: WETHERSFIELD, CTCONTACT: Kelleigh Marquard - Kelleigh.Marquard@RobertHalfJOB POSTING ID: KM0013434884Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organization in the Greater Hartford area seeking a Finance Manager to join its leadership team. This position will work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key role in overseeing accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, treasury activities, and departmental administration.This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting or finance professional with nonprofit experience who is seeking a highly visible leadership role with long-term stability and strong community impact.RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with oversight of daily finance operations including accounting, budgeting, treasury, payroll, revenue, and financial reporting activitiesSupport management of the general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets, and financial analysisMonitor budget-to-actual reporting and assist with forecasting and financial planning activitiesSupport annual audit processes and help strengthen internal controls, compliance, and financial policiesAssist with development and administration of annual operating and program budgetsPrepare financial reporting and supporting schedules for leadership and external stakeholdersPartner with department leaders to ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and budget guidelinesProvide financial guidance and operational support across departmentsAssist with grant accounting and oversight of externally funded programsSupport pension, benefits, and related financial reporting activitiesHelp drive process improvements, modernization initiatives, and operational efficienciesSupervise and support finance-related staff while assisting with departmental workflow and performance managementServe as backup to senior finance leadership when neededWHY JOIN:Highly visible leadership role with exposure to executive leadershipStable organization with meaningful community impactCollaborative culture and supportive leadership teamOpportunity to improve processes and drive operational efficienciesCompetitive compensation and strong benefits packageFor immediate consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh.Marquard@RobertHalf com. All inquiries are confidential. Robert Half will never distribute your resume without your permission.Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including supervisory responsibilitiesPrior accounting or audit experience within a nonprofit organizationStrong knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, audits, and internal controlsExperience with grant accounting and restricted funding preferredFamiliarity with nonprofit accounting principles and compliance requirementsAdvanced Excel skills including pivot tables and lookup functionsStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departmentsPREFERRED:Experience within nonprofit organizations with multiple funding sourcesExposure to grants management, budgeting, or externally funded programsExperience with ERP systems such as MUNIS or similar accounting platformsRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.