Finance, Operations and Compliance Manger
SEIU HCII · Chicago, IL · 2 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations of METC, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and financial tracking
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership, trustees, and funders
- Maintain accurate nonprofit fund accounting practices and documentation
- Coordinate and support annual audits, financial reviews, and tax filings
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, grant requirements, and labor-management training fund policies
- Develop and maintain internal financial and operational controls to safeguard organizational assets
- Maintain documentation and reporting necessary for program audits, funder reviews, and regulatory compliance
- Monitor compliance with grant agreements, contracts, and program funding requirements
- Oversee the development, execution, and management of vendor agreements and service contracts
- Maintain a contract tracking system to ensure timely renewals, compliance with deliverables, and adherence to payment terms
- Coordinate with leadership and external advisors to ensure contracts align with organizational policies and funding requirements
- Aid in the creation of organizational policies/procedures that align with funder requirements
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met
- Oversee payroll administration to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee compensation
- Maintain staff records and coordinate time allocations across programs and grants when required for funding compliance
- Serve as the primary liaison with HCII payroll, vendors or service providers
- Oversee the administration and effective use of operational systems and portals, including financial systems, platforms, learning management systems, and funder reporting portals
- Ensure systems support accurate data entry, reporting, and compliance documentation
- Coordinate with staff and vendors to troubleshoot issues and improve system functionality
- Identify opportunities to streamline administrative systems and increase operational efficiency
- Work collaboratively with program leadership to ensure financial and operational systems support training delivery and reporting requirements
- Support grant development and reporting by providing financial and operational data and coordinating reporting needs with leadership
- Supervise finance and administrative staff and support professional development and performance management
- Contribute to organizational planning and process improvements that strengthen operational effectiveness
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to manage nonprofit financial operations including budgeting, reporting, and internal controls
- Strong knowledge of compliance requirements related to grants, contracts, and nonprofit financial management
- Experience assisting with payroll administration and vendor-managed payroll systems
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and service contracts effectively
- Experience administering operational systems and reporting portals that support financial and program functions
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a natural curiosity in data analytics
- Ability to develop reports and communicate complex financial information clearly
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills in a collaborative environment