Position Summary
The Finance Manager supports the financial operations of Peter Paul RVA by managing day-to-day accounting functions, assisting with grant tracking, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting. This position is a hands-on role and maintains the integrity of financial information used to support programs, donors, and partners. The Finance Manager reports to the Director of Finance and Administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, receivable, and bank and credit card reconciliations
- Maintain the general ledger and accurate financial records
- Track revenue and expenses by program, grant, and funding source
- Support grant management by ensuring proper allocation, tracking, and reporting of restricted funds
- Process accounts payable, including vendor invoices, and recurring payments
- Support the annual audit, and compliance documentation
- Maintain documentation and uphold strong internal controls and financial policies
- Process payroll and ensure accuracy payroll and compliance with employment laws
- Assist the Director of Finance with developing and managing the annual budget
- Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and GAAP basics
- Support preparation of IRS Form 990 and other filings
- Maintain employee records and personnel files
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes
- Coordinate benefits administration (health, retirement, PTO tracking)
- Track employee time, leave balances, and related documentation
- Support compliance with federal and state labor regulations
- Assist with job postings, candidate coordination, and hiring logistics
- Help maintain employee handbook and HR policies
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3–5 years of experience in accounting/finance; HR experience preferred
- Experience working in a small organization or nonprofit environment strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills
- Basic knowledge of HR practices and employment compliance
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Key Attributes
- Mission-driven and adaptable
- Detail-oriented with high integrity
- Collaborative and supportive team member
About Peter Paul RVA
Peter Paul RVA is an outreach and community center serving Richmond's East End.
Founded by John Coleman in1979, it is the oldest community-based agency continually serving East End children and families. Peter Paul serves students in grades 1-12 through its flagship academic Youth Program, giving children a safe, consistent, structured, and loving environment in which to thrive during out-of-school time. Family and community programming offered and
coordinated by Peter Paul bolsters student success.
A R E Y O U ?
Dedicated to empowering and enriching the lives of young people.
Driven by a culture that values unity, togetherness, and hope, and make a positive impact on the next generation.
Passionate about unlocking the potential of our youth.
T O G E T H E R , W E W I L L E D U C A T E T H E C H I L D , E N G A G E T H E F A M I L Y,
& E M P O W E R T H E C O M M U N I T Y.
