Finance and Operations Manager

Finance and Operations Manager

Finance and Operations Manager

Posted

3 days ago

Deadline to Apply

06/01/2026

Company Location

Pontiac, MI

Work Location

Hybrid

Company

Pontiac Community Foundation

Employment Basis

Full Time

Salary Type

Annual

Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000

Employer Type

Nonprofit

Experience Level

2-5 years

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Pontiac Community Foundation (PCF) is an independent 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to Building a Brighter Future for Pontiac by engaging philanthropy, leadership, and collaboration to tackle Pontiac's most pressing issues. Our ultimate vision is to see Pontiac as the premier place to live, work, and play. Pontiac residents have a 20-year lower life expectancy than the people that live in the surrounding communities. We exist to change that reality - moving our city from survival to thriving.

The Finance and Operations Manager serves as key support staff for the CFO, and fulfills an array of accounting, grant billing, and administrative tasks. The person in this position reports directly to the CFO. The Finance and Operations Manager will also manage systems and operations of the Foundation office.

The Finance and Operations Manager will be highly organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple and varied projects; have strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills; develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations with all levels of staff, board of directors and committee members, and outside contacts; and exercise a high degree of integrity while managing highly sensitive and confidential information. The Finance and Operations Manager will be able to work effectively both within teams and independently, as well as with remote supervision, to accomplish goals and implement systems. The successful candidate works proactively, anticipating needs, conflicts, and opportunities while exercising considerable judgment, initiative, and discretion, and is comfortable advancing projects with remote supervision.

Responsibilities may evolve over time.

Position Responsibilities:

Oversee accounting tasks including, but not limited to: bookkeeping, financial entries, reconciliations, accounts receivable/payable, vendor management, and general purchasing

Manage and maintain the accuracy and integrity of databases and filling systems ensuring that all information is kept current and up to date

Successfully track grant dollars awarded to the Foundation through transaction classification in accounting software

Successfully track and report on dollars received to the Foundation through various Fiscal Sponsorship relationships with outside entities; assist CFO in the management of restricted funds held for these Fiscal Sponsees; experience with fund accounting preferred

Track and Report select programmatic financials and billing submissions to assigned grant projects. Submit monthly reimbursement reports to funders in a timely manner

Assist CFO with periodic auditing responsibilities; both for internal audits and Federal/ State entities

Purchase and inventory office supplies as needed for staff and office space

Maintain office environment in a manner that promotes hospitality and professionalism

Other duties as assigned by the CFO

Skills and Qualifications:

Must embrace the mission of Pontiac Community Foundation

Superb written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Time management and flexibility with job duties

Competent in G-Suite and Excel

Experience with accounting software required; specifically with QuickBooks Online is preferred

Ability to manage-up and provide support to executive leadership

Self-directed and able to work independently with remote supervision

Sound judgment and ability to think critically amongst difficult decisions

Highly organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple varied projects; specificity to detail, protocols, and professionalism, including highest level of discretion with confidential information

A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent 2-4 years of professional experience in accounting or finance, nonprofit finance experience is preferred

Compensation, Benefits, and Terms:

Compensation offered is an annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000 based on skills and experience. Opportunity to expand over time

Benefits package, including 100% premium paid for employee medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and life insurance coverages, as well as a 3% retirement match.

100% of pre-approved work-related expenses are to be paid or reimbursed.

Unlimited pre-approved PTO

Flexible office schedule