What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Hip Hop Caucus?
Hip Hop Caucus is a national, non-profit and non-partisan organization that connects the Hip Hop community to the civic process, builds power and creates positive change. We advocate for democracy and voting rights, climate change, and social and economic justice both in policy and through grassroots advocacy and activism.
- We organize 14 - 40 year-olds, who identify with Hip Hop Culture, and share values of justice and equity. We connect the Hip Hop community to the political process to build power and create change.
- We create platforms for cultural and grassroots leaders to use their voices, creative talents, and networks to educate, energize and mobilize people and communities.
- Through partnerships with artists, creatives, celebrities, and media we create content and share it through cultural channels reaching millions of people and inspiring action. It's not only large audiences that we engage, we are intentional about engaging our communities on the frontlines of injustice.
- We source solutions for local to global challenges from our communities, and advocate for them to decision-makers and influencers. We partner with a broad range of organizations, and we have a respected presence in the halls of the U.S. Congress, Federal Agencies, State Legislatures, and the United Nations.
Hip Hop Caucus is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager ready to make a meaningful impact by leading our day-to-day financial operations. In close collaboration with our Senior Director of Finance, you'll be instrumental in driving excellence across all financial functions to support our organization's mission and goals. As Finance Manager, will oversee key accounting activities, including accounts payable and general ledger management, ensuring timely and accurate monthly reporting. Your role will involve recording all revenue, monitoring outstanding receivables, and keeping our financial systems synchronized and seamlessly integrated across divisions and departments. By leveraging your financial expertise and keen eye for detail, you'll contribute to building a stable, efficient, and well-organized finance function that strengthens our organization's success.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include but not limited to :
Lead the day-to-day financial operations over accounting and accounts payable.
Oversee accounts payable via Bill.com, ensuring invoices are appropriately routed, coded, and paid according to signed contracts.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations of HHC's bank accounts.
Support audit preparations and follow-up on auditor queries in providing required documents
Education / Experience
Knowledge & Skills
Additional Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to occasionally work extended hours on evenings and / or weekends, and must be able to accommodate moderate travel. Successful reference checks will be required.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a remote position that is based ideally in or near Washington, D.C. or Los Angeles, CA. The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $94,000 annually based on experience and qualifications. Hip Hop Caucus also offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, vacation days, sick time, an IRA match plan, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. To apply for this position or to search for other potential openings, you may also go to our careers page at Should you receive an offer of employment, it is Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided : The position involves meticulous attention to detail; skill in the use of a desktop computer and / or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit and / or stand for long periods; stoop; bend; reach; carry materials (up to 15 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation (e.g. airplane, car, train). Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund provides reasonable accommodations that permits a qualified applicant or employee with a disability to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy benefits and privileges of equal employment.
Salary : $70,000 - $94,000