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ROME GROUP

Finance Manager

ROME GROUP, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Location:

Office near Breckenridge Hills/Overland area; After 90 days, remote work available up to 2 days per week Reports to : Executive Director Job Type : Full-Time Exempt

ALIVE, a nonprofit organization that provides shelter, healing, and hope for adults and children affected by intimate partner violence, seeks a dedicated Finance Manager. Incorporated in 1985, the Agency has expanded into a full-service domestic violence (DV) service provider. Services include a 24-hour crisis line, emergency transportation for survivors, individual and group adult counseling, a children’s treatment program, court advocacy, and community education and outreach. ALIVE’s staff has grown to a team of nearly 40 professionals staffing two offices, one in the St. Louis area and the other in Franklin County.

Learn more about ALIVE at

alivestl.org

Position Summary The Finance Manager will play a critical role in managing the organization’s finances to ensure sustainability and transparency. This individual will be responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, grant compliance, and day-to-day financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations & Oversight: Manage all financial operations directly including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and payroll

Maintain organized digital and physical financial records

Track and review budget vs. actuals for specific programs or grants

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for staff, board committees, funders, and other stakeholders

Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Executive Director

Oversee the tax credit process, including application, tracking, donor documentation, and compliance reporting

Grants & Compliance: Monitor and track grant budgets, expenditures, and reporting requirements

Prepare documentation for grant reimbursements or drawdowns

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and private grant regulations

Support the preparation of grant applications and audits; directly coordinate with auditors during the annual audit process

Support annual accreditation processes Internal Controls & Best Practices

Maintain and improve internal control systems and financial policies

Ensure accurate and timely filing of required nonprofit tax forms and annual reports

ALIVE provides a mission-driven work environment with a benefits package, including health coverage, paid time off, remote work, flexible schedule, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. Candidates without a formal degree in finance may be considered based on relevant professional experience

A minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit financial management

Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, including fund accounting and grant compliance

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online) and Microsoft Excel

Excellent organizational and communication skills

How to Apply To apply, please email your

resume, cover letter, and two professional references

to Lauren Frosch, Hiring Consultant,

Lauren.sunshinestrategies@gmail.com . Please include ‘Finance Manager Application’ in the subject line. Closing date is October 30, 2025.

Tagged as: accounting, bachelors degree, grant management, non-profit accounting, quickbooks online

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