United Way of Greater Charlotte - Senior Manager; Finance

POSITION TITLE: Senior Manager Finance

DEPARTMENT: Finance and Operations

REPORTS TO: Chief Finance & Operations Officer

TYPE: Full Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000

United Way of Greater Charlotte is boldly investing in what if. When Charlotte ranked last in the nation for economic mobility, United Way challenged ourselves and others to say what if every neighborhood has the resources it needs to break the cycle of poverty? And what if every person has equal access to opportunities? In response, United Way is going directly to where the needs are the greatest and is bringing new voices to the table to promote racial equity and ensure every neighborhood thrives. We believe that by challenging the what ifs and by moving together in hope, we can build thriving communities.

United Way of Greater Charlotte is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Finance to lead the organization's financial strategy, operations, and compliance efforts. This role oversees accounts payable, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, and financial systems while partnering closely with leadership, program staff, and external stakeholders to ensure fiscal integrity and mission alignment.

Why Join United Way of Greater Charlotte

At United Way, we believe in taking care of our people so they can focus on making a meaningful impact in the community. Our benefits package is designed to support your well-being, financial stability, and time outside of work:

• 5 weeks of paid time off (200 hours) + 13 paid holidays each year
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• A culture that values flexibility, balance, and purpose-driven work

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy and Operations

• Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, budget management and monthly financial reporting
• Prepare and present budget-to-actual reports for leadership
• Support department leaders with financial planning, spending analysis, and budget management
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity across financial systems and reporting tools

Budgeting and Audits

• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including scenario modeling
• Support coordination with external partners to complete annual and single audits
• Prepare financial reports and invoices for grantors, funders, and public entities

Grant and Contract Financial Management

• Monitor contract and grant budgets for restricted funding recipients and funders
• Provide periodic financial training to internal staff and funding recipients

Systems, Platforms, and Process Ownership

• Serve as administrator or owner of key financial and operational platforms
• Maintain and improve financial processes including accounts payable, billing, and credit card management
• Develop, Lead and Support organizational training
• Partner with IT and external vendors to implement and improve systems for financial operations and security

Stakeholder Partnership and Organizational Support

• Serve as a financial liaison to committees, auditors, funders, and public agencies
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial strategy with organizational goals
• Participate in organizational planning efforts and cross-functional initiatives
• Cross train on select processes with Donor Operations to ensure business continuity.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Significant experience overseeing nonprofit or public-sector financial operations
• Demonstrated experience with accounts payable, budgeting, audits, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft 365 tools

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Financial Strategy and Stewardship
• Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis
• Compliance and Risk Management
• Systems Thinking and Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Data-Informed Decision Making

United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to having a workforce that reflects our entire community. United Way opposes racism and oppression in all its forms and believes the nonprofit work environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with ideas come together to achieve common goals. United Way understands that diverse representation and perspectives are vital to our success. We are dedicated to continuous learning and active participation in diversity initiatives while advocating for equitable opportunities across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

WORKPLACE VALUES

Respect Appreciation Authenticity Excellence Empathy Collaboration