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Join us in our work to end homelessness as THHI’s Next Finance Manager
At the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative (THHI), our mission is bold and unwavering: to eradicate homelessness through innovative programs and partnerships. As the lead agency for the Tampa/Hillsborough County Continuum of Care, we work to ensure homelessness is rare, brief, and nonrecurring. We bring together federal, state, local, and private partners to provide impactful solutions to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Now, we’re looking for a Finance Manager who will play a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing this mission. This is more than managing budgets, it’s about contributing to the financial strategy behind life‑changing initiatives, from groundbreaking youth homelessness programs to coordinated community planning efforts.
You’ll join a small, fast‑moving, mission‑driven team, collaborating directly with THHI’s CEO, COO, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders. If you thrive in an environment where innovation, accountability, and impact intersect and you’re ready to put your financial expertise to work for the community, this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference.
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Leadership
Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy, aligning it with THHI’s mission and long‑term goals.
Provide strategic financial input on budgeting, grant allocation, and financial planning recommendations to the CEO, COO, and Board of Directors based on financial analysis and projections.
Participate in organizational decision‑making, ensuring financial sustainability and efficient allocation of resources.
Communicate on behalf of the CEO as directed with Board members, community partners and stakeholders, and donors and sponsors for various matters.
Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO and/or COO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Identify and mitigate financial risks to the organization, ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
Manage organizational insurance policies, contracts, and agreements.
This position will manage one administrative employee.
Budgeting and Financial Planning
Lead the preparation of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with programmatic goals and organizational priorities.
Monitor and report on financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Process multi‑year financial planning to ensure long‑term sustainability.
Financial and Grants Management
Responsible for all financial operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and grant accounting.
Process cash flow management and investment activities.
Financial management of public and private grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
Collaborate with program and development teams to support grant applications and reporting.
Monitor grant expenditures and provide timely reports to funders and stakeholders.
Process all subgrantee billing, ensuring accuracy in invoicing, compliance with funding requirements, and timely payments to maintain smooth financial operations.
Prepare and submit funder reports, compiling necessary financial data, analyzing grant expenditures, and ensuring adherence to reporting deadlines and funder‑specific guidelines.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and data integrity.
Assist with the preparation and submission of local, state, and federal grant applications.
Oversee the processing and management of donations through various fundraising platforms.
Track and reconcile fundraising revenue, ensuring proper allocation and reporting.
Payroll and Onboarding
Manage payroll processing and employee compensation using payroll software and online payment systems.
Administer onboarding procedures, including background checks and compliance requirements per federal and state regulations.
Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
Evaluate and transition to a new accounting system (e.g., QuickBooks Online or an alternative).
Accounting and Compliance:
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and other applicable standards.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including grant management and reporting requirements.
Process audits, tax filings, and other financial reviews to maintain transparency and accountability.
Oversee organizational finances using banking and treasury management platforms.
Process ACH transactions, bank reconciliations, and mobile banking functions to ensure financial accuracy.
Establish and reinforce existing policies and procedures that protect the quality and integrity of accounting records.
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Provide training and support to staff and Board members on financial policies, procedures, and best practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including funders, government agencies, and community partners.
Proficient in financial software and systems, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem‑solving with strong decision‑making capability.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high‑performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Candidate Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, human resources or equivalent experience.
2 years of experience in business operations.
Experience in financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and other applicable standards.
Must be proficient with QuickBooks and Microsoft Suite.
Demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and implementing strategic goals, plans, and/or complex processes.
Must have strong attention to detail, a proactive and efficient approach to work, and the ability to create, implement and manage multiple projects at the same time.
Must be a strong communicator and have the ability to foster a collaborative work environment.
Must be able to work independently.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and current vehicle insurance while employed by the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc.
Preferred Additional Skills
Experience with not‑for‑profit organizations.
Experience with local, city, state and/or federal grants.
Experience with small business operations.
Medical
Vision
Life Insurance
AD & D
Short‑ & Long‑term disability
403 (b) Retirement Fund (12% of Salary)
Holidays (11)
Generous PTO
Bi‑Monthly pay cycle
The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions and the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
The Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative does not discriminate by reason of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Now, we’re looking for a Finance Manager who will play a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing this mission. This is more than managing budgets, it’s about contributing to the financial strategy behind life‑changing initiatives, from groundbreaking youth homelessness programs to coordinated community planning efforts.
You’ll join a small, fast‑moving, mission‑driven team, collaborating directly with THHI’s CEO, COO, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders. If you thrive in an environment where innovation, accountability, and impact intersect and you’re ready to put your financial expertise to work for the community, this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference.
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Strategy and Leadership
Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy, aligning it with THHI’s mission and long‑term goals.
Provide strategic financial input on budgeting, grant allocation, and financial planning recommendations to the CEO, COO, and Board of Directors based on financial analysis and projections.
Participate in organizational decision‑making, ensuring financial sustainability and efficient allocation of resources.
Communicate on behalf of the CEO as directed with Board members, community partners and stakeholders, and donors and sponsors for various matters.
Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO and/or COO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Identify and mitigate financial risks to the organization, ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
Manage organizational insurance policies, contracts, and agreements.
This position will manage one administrative employee.
Budgeting and Financial Planning
Lead the preparation of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with programmatic goals and organizational priorities.
Monitor and report on financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Process multi‑year financial planning to ensure long‑term sustainability.
Financial and Grants Management
Responsible for all financial operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and grant accounting.
Process cash flow management and investment activities.
Financial management of public and private grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
Collaborate with program and development teams to support grant applications and reporting.
Monitor grant expenditures and provide timely reports to funders and stakeholders.
Process all subgrantee billing, ensuring accuracy in invoicing, compliance with funding requirements, and timely payments to maintain smooth financial operations.
Prepare and submit funder reports, compiling necessary financial data, analyzing grant expenditures, and ensuring adherence to reporting deadlines and funder‑specific guidelines.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and data integrity.
Assist with the preparation and submission of local, state, and federal grant applications.
Oversee the processing and management of donations through various fundraising platforms.
Track and reconcile fundraising revenue, ensuring proper allocation and reporting.
Payroll and Onboarding
Manage payroll processing and employee compensation using payroll software and online payment systems.
Administer onboarding procedures, including background checks and compliance requirements per federal and state regulations.
Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
Evaluate and transition to a new accounting system (e.g., QuickBooks Online or an alternative).
Accounting and Compliance:
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and other applicable standards.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including grant management and reporting requirements.
Process audits, tax filings, and other financial reviews to maintain transparency and accountability.
Oversee organizational finances using banking and treasury management platforms.
Process ACH transactions, bank reconciliations, and mobile banking functions to ensure financial accuracy.
Establish and reinforce existing policies and procedures that protect the quality and integrity of accounting records.
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Provide training and support to staff and Board members on financial policies, procedures, and best practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including funders, government agencies, and community partners.
Proficient in financial software and systems, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem‑solving with strong decision‑making capability.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high‑performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Candidate Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, human resources or equivalent experience.
2 years of experience in business operations.
Experience in financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and other applicable standards.
Must be proficient with QuickBooks and Microsoft Suite.
Demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and implementing strategic goals, plans, and/or complex processes.
Must have strong attention to detail, a proactive and efficient approach to work, and the ability to create, implement and manage multiple projects at the same time.
Must be a strong communicator and have the ability to foster a collaborative work environment.
Must be able to work independently.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and current vehicle insurance while employed by the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc.
Preferred Additional Skills
Experience with not‑for‑profit organizations.
Experience with local, city, state and/or federal grants.
Experience with small business operations.
Medical
Vision
Life Insurance
AD & D
Short‑ & Long‑term disability
403 (b) Retirement Fund (12% of Salary)
Holidays (11)
Generous PTO
Bi‑Monthly pay cycle
The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions and the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
The Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative does not discriminate by reason of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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