Nonprofit Finance Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Part-Time Financial Manager
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Hybrid – Detroit-based preferred
Hours: 20–25 hours per week
Compensation: $30–$40 per hour, commensurate with experience
Start Date: September 2025

Organizational Overview

MOSES (Metropolitan Organizing Strategy Enabling Strength) is a faith-based community organizing nonprofit that builds power in Metro Detroit through leadership development, grassroots organizing, and policy advocacy. We operate both a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and a 501(c)(4) advocacy arm (MOSES Action), working on issues such as housing, public safety, health equity, and civic participation.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Financial Manager will oversee the financial operations of MOSES and MOSES Action, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This includes managing budgeting, reporting, and audits across both entities, supervising the bookkeeper, and overseeing payroll via ADP. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with nonprofit finance experience, especially in managing both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) finances.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight

• Maintain oversight of financial records for MOSES and MOSES Action
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and dashboards for leadership and the board.
• Lead the development and monitoring of annual organizational and program budgets
• Supervise and support the bookkeeper in maintaining accurate accounting entries.

Payroll & HR Coordination

• Oversee biweekly payroll processing through ADP.
• Track payroll expenses and allocations across C3 and C4 entities
• Ensure compliance with payroll-related tax filings and benefit contributions.

Grant & Contract Compliance

• Track restricted and unrestricted funds; support accurate grant reporting.
• Monitor grant budgets and ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Assist in preparing financial components of grant proposals and reports.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate annual audits and IRS Form 990s with external accountants
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal financial regulations
• Maintain internal financial controls and update policies as needed.
• Manage and enforce cost-sharing agreements between C3 and C4 entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
• 3+ years of nonprofit financial management experience
• Strong knowledge of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) accounting practices
• Experience with QuickBooks and ADP payroll system
• Proven ability to supervise staff and coordinate across teams
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Commitment to MOSES’ mission and values of justice, equity, and grassroots empowerment

Preferred

• Experience with grassroots, faith-based, or community organizing nonprofits
• Familiarity with shared staffing, cost-allocation, or fiscal sponsorship models
• Based in Metro Detroit or the surrounding area

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and 2–3 references to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.