Senior Finance Manager

Rising Sun is hiring a Senior Finance Manager as an integral member of the Admin/Operations team. This position is responsible for financial operations, compliance, and strategy. 

The Senior Finance Manager directly supervises the Contracts Manager, works closely with all members of the Admin and Operations department, and reports directly to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer (CFOO).

For more information about Rising Sun, please visit www.risingsunopp.org.

• Is passionate about Rising Sun’s mission and understands the value of propelling the mission forward through a lens of internal improvement
• Is highly organized, using and creating systems that work for a broad range of work and learning styles
• Has a solid understanding of non-profit financial systems and components, including AR/AP, revenue and expense allocations, and budgeting
• Strives towards operational excellence; uses systems-oriented thinking and proactively pursues efficiency improvements
• Functions well cross-departmentally and understands the value of building internal consensus; is a skilled relationship builder with strong relationship management skills and capabilities
• Is a strong manager of people and programs; leads by example and is an effective delegator; fosters a culture of learning, growth, and integrity
• Demonstrates self-awareness in terms of understanding their own culture, identity, biases, prejudices, power, privilege, and stereotypes
• Demonstrates willingness to challenge and change institutional practices that present barriers to different groups

Financial Management 

• Manages our third-party accounting company, ensuring bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, account reconciliations, and other contracted accounting tasks are performed accurately and on time
• Manages payroll, payroll systems, and associated staff compensation information and compliance requirements; ensures third-party accountants run payroll on time and accurately
• Provides needed documentation and reviews month-end close of books
• Manages our building's financial reporting and expense tracking for annual capitalization
• Maintains internal controls documentation and ensures segregation of duties are followed across financial processes
• Manages the organization's credit cards, including policy enforcement, limit management, and periodic review of cardholder agreements
• Reviews and approves staff expense reimbursements; ensures proper coding and policy compliance on routine transactions
• Other Financial Management tasks as needed

Financial Compliance

• Manages the organization’s annual financial audit and tax filing with support from the CFOO
• Implements systems and policies to limit potential for risk and loss
• Administers organization’s 403b retirement plan
• Other Financial Compliance tasks as needed

Financial Strategy

• Proactively tracks and monitors financial reports to ensure Rising Sun’s financial stability; reports budget vs. actuals variances to the Director and Executive teams
• Develops tools to help the organization better analyze financial data 
• Manages the annual budgeting process
• Monitors day-to-day cash flow and prepares cash flow forecasts; escalates concerns and strategic decisions to the CFOO

Partnership with Other Departments

• Collaborates with other members of the Admin/Ops team to ensure effective communication, role clarity, and efficiency
• Provides training and ongoing support to staff on financial processes and compliance requirements
• Collaborates with the Development team to maintain a fundraising strategy based informed with the realities of the organization’s financial picture
• Supports Program Directors with questions around financial reports and tracking program budgets against actuals
• Proactively identifies budget concerns and works with Department Heads to develop solutions before issues escalate

Grants and Contracts

• Owns overall accountability for the grant and contract revenue cycle, ensuring committed revenue is received on schedule
• Supervises the Contracts Manager; provides guidance, reviews work product, and ensures deadlines are met across the contracts portfolio
• Reviews and approves invoices and funder financial reports before submission
• Monitors grant and contract financial health, identifying trends, risks, and variances and flagging concerns to the CFOO
• Approves routine budget modifications and contract adjustments; escalates significant changes to the CFOO
• Reviews staff hour and expense allocations and forecasts; ensures alignment with organizational budget
• Serves as escalation point for contract compliance questions and funder relationship issues
• Partners with Development team on financial aspects of new grant proposals and contract negotiations

 To be considered for this position, you must have…

• 5+ years finance experience, with at least 3 years in a non-profit organization
• Deep understanding of non-profit finance and financial systems, including fund accounting, grant compliance, and revenue recognition
• 3+ years supervisory experience
• Experience managing or significantly contributing to an annual audit process
• Experience leading or co-leading org-wide budgeting processes
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and deliver against rigorous deadlines
• High IT and computer fluency: excellent Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills, thorough knowledge of database systems.
• Demonstrable sound judgment and ability to act decisively under pressure
• Residency in California (preferably in the Bay Area) or the ability to move; ability to travel to our office in Oakland and/or Stockton as required or requested

It’s a big plus if you have…

• An advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Direct experience working with any of the following software tools: QuickBooks Online, Salesforce, Rippling, Expensify, BILL
• Non-profit finance certifications
• A vehicle and a clean driving record; ability to drive locally, as needed

About Rising Sun...

We’re deeply rooted at the intersection of equity, climate, and good, sustainable careers.

In 1994, Rising Sun Center for Opportunity began as Rising Sun Energy Center in Santa Cruz, California. Much has changed as we’ve adapted and innovated to respond to the needs of our participants and communities, but today, we remain rooted in our origins, preparing people throughout the Bay Area and Central California who have been locked out of prosperity for good jobs and green pathways that offer economic equity and mobility while building a climate-resilient future for all.

Learn more about who we are

About our culture…

We are mission-driven and work hard because we care about what we do. We are deeply committed to equity, inclusion, and antiracism, and are actively advancing on that journey, though we know the work is never done. We like working with each other and we like to make work fun. We’re into continuous improvement, learning, transparency, and tough conversations. We practice appreciation and start each meeting with a team-builder, and it’s not uncommon for staff to bring snacks to share that tell a story about who they are and where they come from. When we’re at the office, there’s usually at least one dog hanging around. We put people first, especially our program participants. We like to promote from within and build each other up, but we also like to bring in new ideas and different perspectives. We’re looking forward to meeting you and hearing about how you can contribute to making Rising Sun a great place to have an impact.

You might also be wondering about pay and benefits...

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt, salaried, and benefited position with an annual starting salary range in line with the following compensation structure:

Bay Area Resident: $89,100-$93,555

Central Valley Resident: $85,550-$89,827.50

Rising Sun offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 

• 100% coverage of Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for employees, 50% coverage for dependents
• 403b contribution option and 3% matching employer contribution after first year
• $100,000 Life Insurance Policy
• 17 PTO days/year (increases each year until year 10) 
• 18 Holidays/year (includes 2 floating holidays and a week of closure during winter)
• 4 Restorative days/year
• Birthday off
• Hybrid Remote work options - dependent on position
• Monthly internet and phone reimbursement, totaling $100
• 40% pay from Rising Sun for 12 weeks of parental leave to supplement California's state disability leave and paid family leave payments
• 2 months of paid sabbatical after year 7
• Annual professional development budget
• Financial advising through Stonebridge Financial Group

• Access to mental health services and resources through SpringHealth

RISING SUN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Rising Sun is committed to diversity and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status. Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action; Women and individuals who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color are encouraged to apply.

Ready to apply?

We are excited for your interest in this position at Rising Sun. To apply, please complete the questionnaire and submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to learning more about what you can bring to Rising Sun.

We highly encourage interested candidates to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the posting may close prior to the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.