Senior Finance Manager

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, Finance to manage financial accounting and operations. This role is key to ensuring fiscal health, driving organizational efficiency, and enabling smart growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will deliver accounting, reporting, compliance, and financial planning, while partnering across departments to align finance with our mission and growth trajectory. 

What you'll do

Strategic Finance & Planning:

• Support CEO with long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modeling 
• Collaborate with the Chief People Officer to align financial planning with workforce strategy and staffing needs 

Accounting, AP/AR & Internal Controls:

• Manage full-cycle accounting operations including reconciliations, monthly close, and financial audits 
• Manage cash flow, optimize receivables/payables, and ensure accurate financial reporting 
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and organizational financial policies 
• Process and manage Regional Center billing 

Data-Driven Decision Support:

• Manage dashboards, KPIs, and custom financial models to inform operational decision-making 
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and revenue optimization 
• Support program development with financial impact analysis 

Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations and nonprofit standards 
• Lead the audit process and serve as the primary liaison to external auditors 
• Partner with CPA to deliver on tax planning and compliance, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of federal, state, and local filings 
• Collaborate with HR to support timely payroll and workforce (C&B) reporting 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CMA a plus 
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including 2+ in a leadership role 
• Proven ability to build scalable systems and support high-stakes financial strategy 
• Sharp analytical mind, strong communicator, and operationally hands-on 
• E-Billing experience highly preferred 
• Regional Center experience highly preferred 
• Experience in human services, nonprofit, or healthcare finance a bonus 

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses. 
• Health, dental, and vision