Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager

About Upper Valley Haven

Upper Valley Haven is a community-centered nonprofit dedicated to helping people move out of homelessness and hunger and toward self-sufficiency. Through shelter, food access, education, and supportive services, the Haven partners with individuals and families to build stability and opportunity. Our work is grounded in dignity, equity, and respect-and our staff are central to advancing that mission.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable regulations. This role supports leadership in budgeting, financial planning, and analysis, helping to maintain the organization's financial health and sustainability. Ideal for someone with mid-level experience, this position requires a strong understanding of GAAP and a commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization focused on creating lasting community impact.

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 with benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process alongside leadership and program managers.
• Collaborate on long-term financial planning and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit financial regulations.
• Maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard organizational assets.
• Coordinate and support external audits and financial reviews.
• Monitor cash flow.
• Track and report on restricted funds, grants, and program-specific budgets.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership team, finance committee, and board of directors.
• Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with program managers and department heads on the development, execution, and reporting of budgets.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 3-5 years of accounting or financial management experience
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
  • Experience in nonprofit financial management (preferred)
  • Familiarity with grant tracking and reporting (preferred)
  • CPA or advanced degree (a plus, but not required)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds (e.g., files or office materials)

Work Environment/Schedule
Upper Valley Haven sits on a four-building campus about a mile northwest of the center of White River Junction. Second-story office space in a renovated former residence is provided. Haven's business hours run from 8:30 to 4:30, while Haven shelters are staffed 24/7. The Finance Manager position is full-time, 40 hour/week. On-site and remote hours can be negotiated.

Why Join Upper Valley Haven?

• Help refine the fiscal practices of a respected nonprofit making a tangible difference in its community, supporting about 10,000 people a year move towards self-sufficiency.
• Support capacity-building to sustain rapid growth by taking part in the development of structures and processes to create consistency and efficiency.
• Contribute to informed participation in fiscal management by people in designated management and governance roles.

The Upper Valley Haven is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace environment that is welcoming and safe for all. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.