Finance and Operations Manager

Margaret Fuller House: Transform Lives While Building Your Career - $38/Hour

Position: Finance and Operations Manager
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Employment Type: Part-time (25 hours/week)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: In-person position
Compensation: $38.00 per hour

Why This Role Matters: Margaret Fuller House is seeking a dynamic Finance and Operations Manager to become the backbone of our organization's success. In this pivotal role, you'll be the strategic partner to our CEO, ensuring our mission-driven work is supported by rock-solid financial management and seamless operations. This isn't just about numbers and processes-you'll be directly contributing to positive community impact while advancing your career in a meaningful way.

What makes this opportunity special:

• Direct CEO partnership - Your insights will shape organizational strategy
  
• Diverse skill development - From financial analysis to facilities management
  
• Mission-driven impact - Every task supports our community-focused goals
  
• Professional growth - Build expertise across multiple business functions
  
• Work-life balance - Structured part-time schedule with full-time responsibility
  

Your Impact: Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

You'll be our financial guardian, ensuring every dollar maximizes our community impact:

• Lead comprehensive financial reporting and develop insightful dashboards
  
• Champion budget development and strategic financial planning
  
• Navigate complex audits and regulatory compliance with confidence
  
• Build strong banking relationships and optimize cash flow management
  
• Transform financial data into actionable insights for leadership decisions
  

Facilities Excellence

Create an environment where our team and community thrive:

• Oversee pristine maintenance of indoor/outdoor spaces that welcome our community
  
• Build strategic vendor partnerships for HVAC, maintenance, and safety services
  
• Ensure compliance with all building codes and safety regulations
  
• Collaborate with our Facility Manager to optimize space utilization and supplies
  
• Maintain beautiful, functional spaces that reflect our organizational values
  

People Operations

Support our most valuable asset-our team:

• Streamline payroll and benefits administration for seamless employee experience
  
• Ensure bulletproof compliance with employment laws and regulations
  
• Maintain confidential personnel systems with the highest security standards
  
• Partner with hiring managers to bring exceptional talent to our mission
  
• Keep our Employee Handbook current and our policies progressive
  

Strategic Partnerships

Negotiate and manage relationships that power our operations:

• Secure favorable contracts with service providers and consultants
  
• Oversee comprehensive insurance portfolio protecting our organization
  
• Optimize office systems from security to communications technology
  
• Build a vendor network that delivers quality, value, and reliability
  
• Develop efficient systems for invoice processing and financial approvals
  

What You Bring to the Table

Essential Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, operations, or related fields
  
• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
  
• Proven track record with financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting systems
  
• Deep knowledge of employment law and HR administration
  
• Demonstrated success in vendor management and contract negotiation
  
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational prowess
  
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite
  
• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal
  
• Self-starter mentality with excellent priority management abilities
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Nonprofit sector experience and passion for community impact
  
• CPA certification or relevant professional credentials
  
• Grant management and compliance expertise
  
• Nonprofit accounting principles knowledge
  
• Budget development and strategic planning experience
  
• Facilities management background or eagerness to develop these skills
  

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation: $38.00 per hour ($49,400 annually based on 25 hours/week)

Health & Wellness:

• Prorated health and dental benefits for part-time employees
  
• Comprehensive coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
  

Time Off & Flexibility:

• 2 days of paid time off annually (immediate eligibility)
  
• 5 days of paid vacation after your first year
  
• All major paid holidays observed
  
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance
  

Your Work Environment: This in-person role puts you at the heart of Margaret Fuller House during our busiest operational hours. You'll split your time between focused office work and dynamic coordination with our facilities team, vendors, and community partners. This hands-on approach ensures you stay connected to our mission while developing comprehensive operational expertise.

Ready to make your next career meaningful? Join us in creating positive community impact while building valuable skills across finance, operations, and nonprofit management.

Margaret Fuller House is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
  
• Health insurance
  
• Paid time off
  

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)
  

Experience:

• Finance: 4 years (Required)
  
• Budgeting: 4 years (Required)
  
• Budgeting software: 1 year (Required)
  

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, MA 02139 (Required)
  

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, MA 02139: Relocate before starting work (Required)
  

Work Location: In person