Finance & Grants Manager

Reporting to the VP of Finance and working closely with the leadership team, the Finance and Grant Manager will ensure strong financial stewardship across the organization and provide clear financial insights to support decision-making and program success.This leader will oversee program budgeting, financial reporting, audit management, and grant financial compliance while leading and developing a team of finance professionals. The role requires someone who enjoys balancing strategic thinking, operational execution, and team leadership in a mission-driven environment.Essential FunctionsStrengthening Financial Planning and VisibilityThe manager will help strengthen financial planning processes and ensure leadership and programming teams have clear insight into financial performance and funding sustainability. Lead the organization’s financial planning and budgeting processes while helping leadership translate strategy into sustainable financial plans. Lead the annual budgeting process and long-range financial planningPartner with program leaders to develop grant and program budgetsMonitor financial performance and key financial KPIsSupport strategic planning and long-term financial sustainabilitySupporting Complex Grant-Funded ProgramsA large portion of Akin’s funding comes from government and grant sources. The Finance & Grants Manager will ensure strong financial oversight, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements.Financial Operations & Reporting Ensure the organization’s financial operations run smoothly and provide clear, actionable insight to leadership.Oversee monthly close Journal entries, financial reporting, and budget-to-actual analysisDevelop dashboards and financial reports for leadership and the boardStrengthening financial systems, reporting processes, and financial transparencyTranslate financial data into insights for program and executive leadersFinance Team Leadership & Systems Improvement Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team while continuously improving systems and processes.Supervise Financial Analyst(s) and support a team of accounting professionalsFoster a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvementIdentify opportunities to improve financial systems, workflows, and technologySupport financial literacy across the organizationGrant Compliance and Grant Proposals Support the organization’s large portfolio of locally and federally funded programs through strong financial oversight and compliance.Oversee financial management of federal and state grantsEnsure compliance with GAAP, federal grant requirements, and regulatory reportingManage annual financial and federal audits and serve as primary liaison with auditorsMaintain cost allocation methodologies and indirect cost structuresCollaborate with program, development, and operations teams on grant proposalsMaintain relationships with financial institutions, grantors, and external partnersKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesStrong knowledge of nonprofit financial management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and long-range financial planningKnowledge and understanding of GAAP, federal grant regulations, Uniform Guidance, and financial compliance requirementsDemonstrated experience managing federal, state, and grant-funded programs, including financial oversight, reporting, and compliance monitoringStrong understanding of audit processes, internal controls, cost allocation methodologies, and indirect cost structuresAbility to lead the annual budgeting process and develop sustainable financial plans aligned with organizational strategyStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable insightsAbility to monitor financial performance, analyze budget-to-actual variances, and track organizational financial KPIsDemonstrated effectiveness in communication, including the ability to extract and articulate key business and financial issues in a manner meaningful to a variety of audiencesExcellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance leadersAbility to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, development, and program leadershipDemonstrated knowledge of business principles, theories, and concepts, including operational and strategic planning within nonprofit or healthcare environmentsStrong leadership and team development skills, including experience supervising, mentoring, and developing finance and accounting staffAbility to foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and continuous improvementAbility to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, timelines, and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-throughAbility to work independently with a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, and dependabilityProactive in identifying opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes, workflows, and operational efficienciesExperience developing dashboards, financial reports, and executive-level reporting tools to support decision-making and financial transparencyProficient in MS Windows, MS Office Suite, and MS Outlook, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills requiredExperience with financial management systems, budgeting software, and reporting tools such as MIP, Adaptive, Power BI, or similar systems preferredCurious and growth-oriented mindset, with the ability to adapt to change and lead continuous improvement initiatives with minimal supervisionAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with auditors, financial institutions, grantors, regulatory agencies, and external partnersFamiliarity with or interest in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging; and experience working successfully with colleagues, clients, or communities from a variety of backgroundsDemonstrated openness to learning and contributing to an inclusive workplace environmentWorking EnvironmentThis job is performed in a professional office environment. The following list is representative of the work environment employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, printers, phones)Typical office lighting and temperaturesModerate interruptionsAbility to work in a confined areaAbility to sit at a computer for an extended periodHybrid Work ArrangementsHybrid work is a benefit of Akin’s flexible workplace but cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Hybrid work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.Physical DemandsWhile performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneelSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer workRegular, predictable attendance is requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)5–7+ years of progressive nonprofit financial management experienceExperience supervising and mentoring junior staffDirect experience managing federal or government grant funding, including leading fiscal auditsStrong understanding of GAAP and financial complianceExperience in creating and managing an annual operating budget 10M+Strong communications skills and ability to work across functional teamsAbility to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance leadersPreferred QualificationsCPA or MBA, other related master's degreeExperience in behavioral health or healthcare system settingsExperience with specific systems (MIP, Adaptive, Power BI. etc.Compensation And BenefitsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.The target starting pay for this position is $102,523 - $128,148 per year, typically within the first half of the range. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant’s pay history into account.The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.