Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

THE ORGANIZATION

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies:

1. Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;
2. Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and
3. Providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond.

Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide.
Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Center is seeking an experienced Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to join the Finance team to assist with financial planning and budget management for the organization. Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis will support the director in managing the Center’s Financial Planning and Analysis team with preparation of the organizational budget, internal and external reporting, and billing activities while adhering to strict grant management compliance.  

The candidate should be someone with experience working in the nonprofit financial field, has high energy and curiosity about the Center’s work and a talent for translating financial concepts to non-financial staff. The candidate should have strong interpersonal communications skills, a strong aptitude for data, financial analysis, and technology.  

• Oversee the management of project grants, budgets, revenue, expenditures, and contract compliance; 
• Supervise a team of analysts with day to day responsibility for project grants, budgets, revenue, expenditures, and contract compliance; 
• Work closely with government agencies, private funders, and other outside stakeholders; 
• Provide financial review and approval of the Center’s revenue and expense contracts; 
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual close and identify adjusting journal entries as need; 
• Review and approve vendor invoices, expense reports, and corporate card reconciliations; 
• Review and approve invoices to funders; 
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and facilitate the collection of payment from funders; 
• Reconcile receivable accounts; 
• Support the Director with financial duties and special projects as needed; and 
• Additional tasks as necessary. 

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or other related fields;
• At least 5-7 years of demonstrable experience including supervisory experience and success in nonprofit financial management preferred; 
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; 
• Excellent written and verbal skills; 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment is crucial to meet deadlines and manage time effectively; 
• Capability to work independently and prioritize tasks to ensure the timely completion of projects; 
• Ability to handle sensitive information which requires maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion; 
• A positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset are essential to foster a collaborative work environment; and 
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities are essential to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. 

Position Type: Full-Time. 

Position Location: Midtown Manhattan, working two days a week on-site with potential travel within the five boroughs, Newark, New Jersey and Syracuse. 

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $103,000 - $128,700 and is commensurate with experience. 

Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included.

At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered.

In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.