Director of Finance

Reports To: Executive Director

Entities: John Eliot Corporation | Benevolent Fraternity of Unitarian Churches

Schedule: 30 hours/week — flexible, with availability during month-end close and audit periods

Bookkeeper Support: Transactional/clerical tasks handled by existing staff

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

UU Urban Ministry (UUUM) is a nonprofit social justice organization based in Roxbury, Boston, with a nearly 200-year history of working for change. We serve high school youth of color, survivors of domestic violence, and in partnership with the Roxbury community. The Finance Director will serve as the organization's senior finance leader, working directly with the Executive Director and board. See to learn more.

THE ROLE

This is a hands-on leadership role with both strategic and execution responsibilities. With a bookkeeper handling day-to-day transactions, the Finance Director focuses on financial management, reporting, compliance, and organizational oversight across two entities. The role is ideal for an experienced nonprofit finance professional seeking a meaningful engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly consolidated financial packages for leadership and program directors
• Manage bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany accounts across two corporations
• Reconcile all endowment and investment accounts monthly; interface with investment managers
• Reconcile donation income with development director monthly; track all restricted funds
• Oversee month-end close including journal entries, depreciation, and prepaid schedules

Budgeting

• Lead annual budget development for two corporations and all programs
• Prepare payroll budget, grant budgets, and multi-year fixed asset budget
• Provide budget-vs-actual analysis and ad-hoc financial reporting to leadership

Audit & Compliance

• Manage full audit process for two corporations and UFR audit; liaise with auditors year-round
• Prepare all work papers, schedules, and documentation; provide input for two 990 returns
• Handle all state filings: Annual Report, Form PC, property tax, workers' comp audit

Grants Administration

• Oversee yearly budgeting and monthly invoicing for federal grants; reconcile against program reports
• Track all federal grant funds; prepare budget amendments as needed

Payroll, HR & Benefits

• Oversee biweekly payroll; Benefits reconciliation
• Administer employee benefits including health, dental, FSA, and PFML; manage open enrollment
• Stay current on Massachusetts payroll and benefits regulations

Leadership & Communication

• Attend weekly leadership and quarterly board/committee meetings
• Serve as primary finance contact for Executive Director, auditors, bankers, and funders
• Maintain and update internal controls, financials policies, and finance procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of nonprofit financial management experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; multi-entity nonprofit experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with federal/state grant compliance (VOCA, ARPA, DPH a plus)
• Experience with audit preparation and UFR/990 reporting
• Strong communicator; comfortable working with program staff, board members, and external partners

· Salary for this 30-hour per week role is $85,000. Some in-person work is needed.

· Please note that UUUM is a pet-friendly workplace

TO APPLY

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your nonprofit finance experience to [email protected]. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person