NonProfit Finance Manager Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer Location: Remote | Full-time, Salaried, Exempt About Persevere Persevere is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering justice-impacted individuals through innovative workforce development and career preparation that provides real access to quality employment in the technology industry. Founded by and for people with lived experience in criminal justice, corrections, and poverty, Persevere brings deep understanding to the systemic barriers faced by justice-impacted individuals. Our work centers on reducing racial disparities, advancing equity, and creating meaningful, sustainable pathways to opportunity. Real Hope. Valuable Skills. Meaningful Opportunity. Role Overview Persevere is seeking a Finance Manager & Grants Management professional who brings both strong technical execution and proactive problem-solving. This role is ideal for a finance leader who anticipates issues before they arise, asks thoughtful questions, and enjoys improving systems and processes in a growing, mission-driven organization. The Finance Manager will be responsible for day-to-day accounting and grant management while partnering closely with leadership to support sound financial decision-making. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented yet strategic, able to move between tactical execution and forward-looking analysis, and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment. What You’ll Do Financial Management & Analysis - Manage core accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness - Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports that support organizational planning and decision-making - Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, proactively flagging issues and recommending solutions - Support leadership with financial insights that connect daily operations to broader organizational goals Accounting & Financial Operations - Execute key accounting functions, including: - Month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations - Payroll entry and payroll allocation across funding sources - Fixed asset tracking and schedules - Preparation of financial information for audits, tax filings, and Form 990 - Maintain QuickBooks Online records, bank accounts, credit cards, and supporting documentation - Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal financial controls Grants Management & Compliance - Support financial planning and budget development for grant-funded programs - Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with funder and regulatory requirements - Allocate payroll and expenses across grants, contracts, and cost centers in accordance with budgets and the Cost Allocation Plan - Maintain accurate tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds - Identify potential compliance or budget issues early and collaborate with staff to resolve them - Assist with grant reporting, documentation, and audits Process Improvement & Collaboration - Identify opportunities to improve financial and grant management processes, documentation, and workflows - Help develop and maintain clear procedures that support compliance, efficiency, and continuity - Collaborate cross-functionally with program, operations, and leadership teams to support grant and financial success - Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement How We’ll Evaluate Success We value skills, judgment, and potential, not just titles. Successful candidates will demonstrate: - The ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively - Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills - Comfort navigating ambiguity and learning new systems or funding requirements - Clear communication of financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders - Alignment with Persevere’s mission and values Key Traits We’re Looking For - Proactive & Curious: Seeks to understand the “why” and improve how things work - Analytical Thinker: Uses data to inform decisions and spot risks early - Adaptable & Resilient: Thrives in a dynamic organization with evolving needs - Detail-Oriented with Perspective: Maintains accuracy while understanding the bigger picture - Collaborative: Works effectively across teams to solve problems Qualifications Required: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - 3–5 years of accounting or financial management experience - At least 1–2 years of nonprofit and grant accounting experience - Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial practices - Familiarity with grant administration, compliance, and cost allocation - Experience with QuickBooks Online and advanced spreadsheet skills - Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills Preferred (Not Required): - CPA or progress toward certification - Grant management certification - Experience improving or scaling finance processes in a growing organization We Highly Value - Commitment to Persevere’s mission and the communities we serve - Integrity, accountability, and ethical judgment - Self-direction, curiosity, and continuous learning - Thoughtful problem-solving and process improvement - Willingness to grow into increased responsibility

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance & Bookkeeping Manager to help keep our financial operations running smoothly and accurately. You’ll play a key role in managing the agency’s day-to-day finances — including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll, and financial reporting — ensuring our books stay organized, up to date, and aligned with our growth. If you’re confident with Xero, Bill.com, and Gusto, love bringing structure and clarity to financial processes, and enjoy collaborating with a creative, fast-moving team — we’d love to hear from you. ⚠️ Important: Experience with Xero, Bill.com, and Gusto is required for this position. If you do not have hands-on experience with all three, please do not apply. - Manage all Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) processes — issuing invoices, tracking payments, processing bills, and reconciling statements. - Convert signed proposals and agreements into invoices and recurring invoices in Xero. - Review invoices in Bill.com weekly to ensure accuracy and guide the team on any needed fixes. - Prepare monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements during the first week of each month. - Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and ensure accurate month-end close. - Process commission payments, reimbursements, and coordinate payroll through Gusto. - Collaborate with the team on Bill.com onboarding for vendors and new hires. - Maintain SOPs and communication templates related to accounting and payments. - Support year-end coordination with the tax team to ensure clean, reconciled books. - Provide timely communication and support to the team for finance-related questions. Qualifications - 2–4 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, or finance. - Strong proficiency in Xero (1–2 years of experience required). - Strong proficiency with Bill.com (1–2 years of experience required). - Experience with Gusto payroll processing (required). - Experience in a creative, marketing, or digital agency environment. - Experience with invoicing, collections, and reconciliation. - Availability for 2–3 hours within 9 AM – 5 PM PST for real-time communication with the team. - Active presence in Slack during working hours for collaboration and communication. - Impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills. - Clear communication and problem-solving abilities. - A proactive mindset—able to anticipate financial needs and keep operations moving smoothly. Benefits - Work from Anywhere - Competitive Salary (USD)

ABOUT US HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people's goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan. We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth who need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses. OUR CLIENT Location: Remote Industry: Technology SaaS Company Size: 50+ What They Do: Our client is a growing, technology-enabled organization that provides mission-critical solutions to its customers through scalable, recurring-revenue business model. Their platform supports operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and long-term growth for organizations across a highly regulated environment. Contact HirexHire for more client information THE ROLE Our client is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to own and scale the core accounting function as the organization continues to grow. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, operational rigor, and compliance while providing clear financial insight to executive leadership. The Accounting Manager will partner closely with senior leaders, support strategic initiatives, and help mature financial processes and systems to support long-term scalability. WHAT YOU WILL DO - Own the monthly close processes, including reconciliations and preparation of accurate financial statements. - Manage all core accounting functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. - Oversee tax compliance processes, including sales and use tax and franchise tax reporting. - Lead and support annual audit activities and act as the primary accounting contact for auditors. - Serve as the primary finance and accounting partner for fundraising-related financial due diligence. - Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to evaluate the financial impact of key business initiatives. - Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting and metrics to executive leadership and the Board. - Manage cash flow and liquidity to ensure financial targets and operational needs are met. - Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, and systems to support scalability and efficiency. WHAT YOU WILL NEED - Active CPA license with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a recurring-revenue or technology-enabled business. - Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax compliance requirements. - Experience owning the month-end close process and managing AP and AR functions end to end. - Familiarity with revenue recognition concepts for subscription or recurring revenue models. - Experience supporting audits and financial due diligence processes. - Proficiency with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into executive-level insights. - Excellent communication skills and comfort partnering with senior leadership. - Self-starter mindset with a high level of ownership and accountability.

• Work in a cloud-based environment and provide property accounting services to clients across the country • Act as primary client liaison and review work for outsourced real estate accounting services • Manage timely delivery, completeness and quality assurance of monthly financial statement closing • Oversee maintenance, review, analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet and income statement general ledger accounts • Review end of month journal entries and workpapers for property-level and joint-venture financial statements • Collaborate with property management to prepare monthly variance analysis • Support the annual financial statement audit and prepare of tax returns • Lead and plan client engagements and provide recommendations for process improvements