Finance Coordinator

The Finance Coordinator is a professional-level position responsible for coordination and supervision of core financial functions including accounting, accounts payable, payroll, and grant financial reporting. This position works as a member of the Finance Team and provides day-to-day oversight of financial operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with organizational, state, and federal requirements. The Finance Coordinator partners with the Director of Finance to support financial management, reporting, audit preparation, and process improvement efforts. This position requires a team-oriented individual capable of utilizing educational background, governmental accounting standards, experience, and data to complete financial and supervisory duties. Position requires independent decision making and excellent communication skills and must be able to function well in a high-pressure environment consisting of performing multiple tasks with deadlines.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Accounting & Financial Operations Coordination

Coordinates general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Assists with month-end and year-end close processes. Assists with the budget process and monitoring budget vs. actual variances.

2. Accounts Payable, Payroll, & Cash Receipts Oversight

Ensures timely and accurate AP processing. Supports payroll validation and reconciliation. Ensures federal and state regulations and reporting related to AP and payroll are followed. Ensures cash receipts are properly handled with appropriate controls and reconciled.

3. Reporting & Monitoring

Assists in preparation of financial reports. Monitors expenditures against budget and identify variances. Reviews grant reports, ensures accuracy and adherence to grant requirements as well as timely submission.

4. Compliance & Audit Support

Maintains a system that conforms to GAAP, GASB, and applicable regulations and is externally auditable. Maintains acceptable level of internal controls. Supports audit preparation and ensure adherence to internal controls.

5. Supervision & Team Support

Coordinates workflows across AP, payroll, and accounting functions. Provides guidance, supervision, training, and support to finance staff.