Finance Manager

Summary

Join Protect Democracy's Finance team as their new Finance Manager and play a critical role in ensuring the organization's long-term sustainability and growth. Collaborate with the Finance Director and other team leaders to manage the annual budgeting process, build financial analyses and reporting, and provide financial guidance to staff. You will serve as the main point of contact for finance-related questions, oversee cash management, and support the organization's investment strategy. This remote position requires at least 7 years of experience in financial management and proficiency in US GAAP. The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented, adaptable, and committed to Protect Democracy's mission of building a more resilient and inclusive democracy. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in financial management or operations, with a focus on finance
• Proficiency with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes across departments
• A strong track record of improving or scaling internal systems and policies
• Comfort navigating organizational needs in an impact-driven environment with an eye toward sustainability and compliance
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach
• A growth mindset, comfort for giving feedback in all directions, and enthusiasm to work across lines of difference
• A commitment to the nonpartisan mission of Protect Democracy and to building a more resilient, inclusive democracy

Responsibilities

• Manage our annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Finance Director, team leaders, and directors
• Collaborate across the org to build out financial analyses, reporting, and trainings/guidance, including detailed and accurate budget tracking, forecasting, and recasting
• Serve as the main point of contact for finance- and budget-related requests and questions from staff, including contract review
• Oversee cash management and support adherence to our investment strategy
• Support the Finance Director with multi-year financial planning and forecasting
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of our financial records, in coordination with our accounting team
• Identify and implement internal controls, operational improvements, and best practices to increase financial health and effectiveness
• Supervise our facilities portfolio, which includes several offices and coworking spaces across the country
• Proactively assess needs and recommend systems, tools, or process enhancements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in non-profit finance
• Experience using Sage Intacct or Martus Solutions

Benefits

• The starting salary range for this role is $112,200-$125,000, commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience, capabilities, and skills, and in alignment with internal equity
• We expect candidates with the required number of years of experience to be at the lower end of this range, and candidates with significantly more years of experience than is required to be at the higher end of the range
• Flexible location. We are a remote-first organization based exclusively in the United States, meaning our staff work within the U.S. and primarily virtually
• We also offer shared workspaces for those who enjoy working in an office environment
• All staff are also required to travel at least twice per year to team retreats, and this role may involve additional travel to meet with partners, vendors, or for planning meetings
• Accommodations to this requirement will be made only in exceptional circumstances
• Our benefits package includes generous sick leave and a flexible vacation policy where we encourage team members to take on average 4-5 weeks off each year, and offer 12 paid holidays, 6 weeks of paid family and medical leave, and 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• We also offer a 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match that vests immediately, full coverage for an excellent health care plan that includes dental and vision insurance, long-term disability and life insurance, and a home office stipend