Finance and Grants Manager

FINANCE AND CONTRACTS MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Hope Through Housing Foundation (HTHF) is committed to breaking the cycle of generational poverty by implementing high-quality social services for low-income families and seniors living within and around National CORE’s affordable housing developments throughout California, Texas and Florida.  We seek passionate, hardworking team members who are committed to transforming lives and communities.  Together, we deliver Hope, Opportunity, Prosperity, and Empowerment to thousands of youth, adults, and seniors each year.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Finance and Contracts Manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial health and contract management. This role ensures strong financial stewardship, compliance, and operational efficiency by managing financial strategy, budgeting, financial reporting, and contract administration. The Finance and Contracts Manager works closely with the Executive Director, HTHF Leadership team, program leaders, and external stakeholders to ensure sound financial and contractual decision-making that aligns with the organization’s mission and growth. This position reports to the Executive Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and oversee the organization’s financial strategy to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide strategy and supervision for direct reports.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison for the foundation with corporate finance and accounting teams.
• Evaluate and enhance financial and contract management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure efficient financial and contractual operations.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Complete and submit all month end financial documentation to corporate staff accountant.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements, grant reports, and compliance filings.
• Manage cash flow, investment strategies, and financial reserves to optimize resources.
• Collaborate with all HTHF departments to ensure proper adherence to all fiscal and accounting requirements including banking, cash handling, reporting, collections, invoices, budgeting and auditing.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the Executive Director, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors.
• Provide ongoing training and support, and reports for managers overseeing departmental budgets.
• Implement and oversee internal controls to protect assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Assist with preparate and review of annual audit, tax filings (990), and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP).

Contract Management & Compliance

• Oversee all contractual agreements, including MSAs, work orders, MOUs, and Social Service Agreements.
• Coordinate with department leads to monitor existing services/programs to determine need for contracts.
• Ensure compliance with funding requirements, regulatory standards, and contract terms.
• Maintain accurate documentation, tracking systems, and reporting for all contracts.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial management and contract administration, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, grant management, and government contract compliance.
• Experience in contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills..
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Strong aptitude for problem solving and team building.
• Demonstrated record of achievement in a high volume work environment while maintaining customer service attitude.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Operate Computer and Office Equipment
• Work is primarily sedentary in nature

FLSA

• Exempt