Finance / Contract Manager

1. PRIMARY PURPOSE - This position is responsible for budgeting, coding expenses, financial analysis and securing funding for HSS programs.

2. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

• Grant writing: Respond to Requests for Proposals (RFP) to secure funding for Homeless and Shelter Service (HSS) programs. Write compelling proposals highlighting program details in a way that demonstrates alignment with funder priorities.
• Budgeting: Outline the total cost for each budget category, build a budget narrative with an item-by-item breakdown, and show the calculations used to develop costs.
• Coding expenses: Allocate program revenue and expenses – such as payroll, fringe, rent, utilities, insurance, supplies, etc. – to the correct General Ledger account number so financial statements accurately reflect the revenue and expenses associated with each individual program HSS oversees.
• Financial analysis: Track finances to understand trends in HSS programs and ensure the accuracy of reported results.
• Team building: Provide mentorship to staff by providing encouragement, timely feedback and learning and growth opportunities. Use interpersonal skills to facilitate team cohesion, viewing departmental priorities and perspectives from all sides while emphasizing how different programs fit together.
• Effective utilization of resources: Use time and budgets efficiently to support the goals of the broader organization. Understand how and when to deploy resources in the most cost-effective way possible.
• Program knowledge: Diligently track program, funder and financial details to maintain intricate knowledge of both external funder requirements and restrictions, and internal programmatic information (staffing, expenses, activities and program needs).
• Relationship building: Ensure continued positive collaboration, and professional, reliable communication with funders, external partners, and government agencies. Use discernment to understand when to vouch for change/advocate for a different approach, and when to accept existing circumstances and move forward.
• Advocate for programmatic changes as needed while balancing funder expectations.

3. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

• Maintain adherence to Company policies, safety/ergonomic standards and good housekeeping practices.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to gather data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE -

• Strong accounting skills with 5 years’ experience.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word, coupled with strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including technical writing skills.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and presentation skills.
• Flexible and able to find answers quickly and effectively by building relationships with cross-functional teams to gather and understand necessary data and project details.
• Effective planning, organizing, scheduling skills and experience.
• Knowledge of nonprofit financial management practices.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are qualified and want to apply for this position submit a St. Vincent De Paul (SVdP) job application at https://apply.svdp.us/

All employees and prospective employees of St. Vincent de Paul will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Promotions, transfers, training, compensation, benefits and all other employment considerations will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,000