Finance Manager

LHH US is looking for Finance Manager in Saratoga, CA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3641064863 is live since 2026-04-17 10:57:56.
Finance Manager
Work Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire
Job Location Type: Onsite
This Finance Manager will join a mission-driven organization that has been serving its community for over 50 years. This position could be ideal next-step for an experienced Senior Accountant, Senior Financial Analyst, or Team Lead with a background in accounting who wants to take the next step in their leadership career. If you enjoy translating financial data into clear insights for non-finance leaders and you thrive in a collaborative, high-trust environment, this Finance Manager role is built for you.
The Finance Manager will join a multi-program nonprofit organization delivering essential community services across multiple funding streams, including grants and government reporting. This finance and accounting leader will help strengthen a culture of accountability, internal controls, and timely reporting while supporting leaders who care deeply about both mission and operational excellence. Reporting to the CFO, with a dotted partnership to the Controller, the Manager of Finance will collaborate closely with program leadership, HR, and the executive team to keep budgets, payroll, and financial reporting aligned with organizational priorities.
In day-to-day work, the Finance Manager is the CFO's right hand for financial operations, forecasts, and executive-ready reporting, while working shoulder-to-shoulder with the Controller on month-end close, reconciliations, and system improvements. The Finance Manager will directly supervise a Payroll Specialist and serve as a go-to partner for program teams to explain variances, refine Budget assumptions, and support budget modifications tied to program performance and funding requirements.
Life around the San Francisco Bay Area offers a rare mix of career momentum and lifestyle perks, which makes relocating for this Finance Manager role especially compelling. You can spend weekends outdoors with trails, shoreline views, and year-round mild weather, then recharge with world-class food, sports, and live entertainment. The area also brings strong economic diversity and outstanding learning opportunities, which is a great fit for a Finance Manager who wants both professional growth and an energizing place to call home.
Primary Responsibilities
The Finance Manager will own a meaningful mix of Accounting Manager and Payroll leadership responsibilities, with visibility across finance operations and the opportunity to grow into broader Budget ownership.

• Drive a clean, accurate month-end close process in partnership with the Controller, including journal entries, accruals, and key General Ledger reviews
• Lead balance sheet integrity through quarterly and monthly account reconciliations, sub-ledger support, and audit-ready schedules
• Produce an executive-ready monthly financial packet, highlighting insights, trends, and clear narratives that help non-finance stakeholders act quickly
• Partner with program leaders on program P&L review, variance analysis, and Budget modifications, focusing on drivers, corrective actions, and strong stewardship
• Support forecasting activities, including mid-year refreshes, scenario thinking, and planning support for grant contract renewals
• Supervise the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate Payroll processing, timecard review, PTO accrual tracking, and smooth coverage when needed
• Strengthen Payroll compliance across federal, state, and local requirements, including coordination for workers' comp processes and retirement plan reporting needs
• Collaborate with HR on Payroll and employee compliance topics, and help deliver Payroll education during new hire orientations
• Improve finance workflows and systems by supporting enhancements in Sage Intacct and Paycom, with an eye toward standardization and efficiency
• Champion internal controls, documentation, and continuous improvement so the Finance Manager function scales with organizational needs and growth

Preferred Experience and Qualifications
This Finance Manager role is a strong match for someone who wants to expand from core accounting into broader operational finance and people leadership.

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field, with a strong foundation in US GAAP
• 3+ years combined General Ledger and Payroll experience that shows increasing scope and ownership
• Approximately 1-4 years of direct people leadership, coaching, or mentoring experience, including developing competencies and building confidence in others
• Nonprofit accounting exposure is strongly preferred, especially where audits, grants, and compliance reporting are part of the rhythm
• Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is a plus, along with comfort optimizing workflows in modern financial systems
• Confident communicator who can explain variance analysis, Budget decisions, and financial drivers to program leaders and executives
• Strong internal control mindset, high discretion, and the ability to manage deadlines without losing accuracy
• Curiosity and growth orientation, with interest in evolving into Senior Manager Accounting scope over time

Benefits and Compensation
The organization offers a well-rounded package designed to support the Finance Manager both professionally and personally.

• Generous paid time off plus 14 paid holidays
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage, plus voluntary life options
• Flexible Spending plans for medical, dependent care, parking, and transit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 support
• Clear upward career mobility for a Finance Manager who wants expanded ownership and leadership opportunities
• Discounts and savings programs

Interested?
If you are a Finance or Accounting Leader who wants to take the next step in their leadership career, reach out to connect with an LHH Recruiter.
Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year
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