Open Sky is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented financial leader to serve in the full-time position of Manager of Finance and Grants. Under the supervision of the Vice President of Finance, the Manager of Finance and Grants will have primary responsibility for supervision of the forecasting and budgeting process, grant management, contracts management, and financial analysis throughout the fiscal year. This position will work closely with leaders across the organization, helping them understand their financial metrics and drivers, support them in creating their budgets, and support them in financial decision-making throughout the year.

The ideal candidate for this role is motivated, self-directed, and excited to be a vital part of a growing human services agency with a strong mission to help individuals overcome their challenges to living a fulfilling life. They also exhibit Open Sky's commitment to racial equity, justice, diversity, and inclusion in the work that they perform.

This is a full time, in person position.

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support the financial analyst as they lead the monthly budget to actual process, perform quarterly forecasting and yearly fiscal budget cycles, and maintain the financial dashboards including KPIs.
• Responsible for managing grant documents and deadlines, staff mapping, tracking grantee results, working with programs teams to ensure grant funds are fully spent, and grant financial reporting to funders.
• Monitor existing contracts for compliance with government rules, regulations, and contract commitments. Support VP of Finance with contract preparation, and submission.
• Provide financial analysis to support the financing, acquisition, and leasing of properties.
• Responsible for configuration and maintenance of the organization’s budgeting software.

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in finance with grant and contracts management, budget and forecasting cycles, of which 2 years are in a leadership capacity.
• Experience and expertise in data & analytics.
• Experience in human/social services, healthcare, or related field preferred.
• Experience leading cross-departmental, multi-disciplinary teams, including functions such as human resources, payroll, benefits, insurance, IT, real estate, and other related functions which this role will help support.
• General understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); knowledge of Uniform Financial Reporting (UFR) a plus.

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,100 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility, and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!