Finance Manager

SubjectToClimate is a free platform with teacher-designed lesson plans, curated resources, and professional development opportunities to enable all K-12 educators to easily integrate climate change into what they already teach. 

At SubjectToClimate, we value a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where every team member can feel a sense of belonging. As such, we strive to employ best practices in employment decisions without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, martial status, medical condition, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Position Description

The Finance Manager works alongside the Chief Operating Officer to lead and provide oversight on our Finances. Overall, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of financial transactions, developing systems to efficiently manage these transactions, and conducting monthly reconciliations and budgeting. Additionally, you will oversee the yearly audit process, ensuring compliance by keeping all state registrations and financial filings up-to-date.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Finance/Accounting (5-10 hours)

  • Maintain records of financial transactions (utilizing Quickbooks) 

  • Developing systems to account for financial transactions

  • Conducting monthly budget reconciliations

  • Work with heads of departments to review monthly budget reconciliations

  • Developing annual budgets and cash flows with heads of departments and executive management

  • Maintain records of donors and send donor acknowledgement emails

  • Oversee the yearly audit process with our external auditors

  • Ensure all state registrations and taxes are kept up-to-date

  • Oversee yearly financial filings

Qualifications

• Passion and commitment to our mission and values 

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred)

• Knowledge of basic finance and accounting principles

• Can work independently and flexibly

• Willingness to be flexible and jump in when needed

• Comfortable in a remote work environment 

• Proactive and efficient 

• Process oriented and high attention to detail

• Proficiency in Accounting Software (QuickBooks) 

• Strong Mathematical and Analytical Skills

• Ability to Handle Confidential Information

• Effective Communication Skills

• Organizational and Time Management Skills

What We Offer

Not only will you be part of an inspiring group of people from all over the U.S. and abroad, but we also offer: 

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth to enhance your resume

• Inclusive, collaborative, and supportive work environment

• Remote work environment, flexible work schedule 

• Hourly financial compensation $30.90-$32.96/hour for US and to be adjusted based where you live (see our Global Compensation Policy)

• We envision this being a job that is 5-10  hours/week.

*Once you apply, within 24-48 hours you will receive an email with a work sample to complete. Only applicants that submit a work sample will be considered! 

*ChatGPT can be used as a guide for inspiration, but please ensure that all submitted ideas are original. This will be considered when reviewing work samples! 

*Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) are strongly encouraged to apply.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.