PT Finance & Business Manager

Part-Time Finance & Business Manager

Location: Bronx, NY (West Farms) | Hybrid eligible

Reports to: Executive Director, with some reporting to CFO (external contractor)

Status: Part-time | Hourly

Hours: 16–24 hours per week (may flex up during peak times such as year-end close and audit preparation)

Rate: $28–$35/hour, commensurate with experience

About BRAC

For nearly 40 years, Bronx River Art Center (BRAC) has provided a vital forum for artists, youth, and community members to transform creativity into vision and action. Through arts education, exhibitions, artist residencies, and performances, we foster creative expression, cultural exchange, and community revitalization. Our workplace culture is friendly, collaborative, and deeply committed to the values of equity, access, and environmental justice. https://www.bronxriverart.org/about

Position Summary

The Part-Time Finance & Business Manager is a mid-level role essential to BRAC’s financial stability and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this position oversees day-to-day financial operations, supports budgeting and reporting, ensures compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and contributes to HR, grants management, and administrative functions.

This role is ideal for a skilled nonprofit bookkeeper, finance associate, or operations coordinator looking to take on broader responsibilities in finance, HR, and organizational operations — in a flexible, part-time capacity.

Growth & Learning Opportunity

At BRAC, we know that the strongest candidates don’t always check every box. If you bring a solid foundation in nonprofit bookkeeping or finance and a strong interest in nonprofit fiscal management, we encourage you to apply. Some of the responsibilities listed are more advanced, and we are committed to training and mentoring the right candidate to build those skills over time.

We’re looking for someone eager to learn, motivated to take on new challenges, and excited to pair their financial skills with BRAC’s mission of using the arts to strengthen and uplift the Bronx community.

Schedule & Flexibility

• Hours: 16–24 hours per week (flexes up during audit, budget season, and year-end close)
• In-Office Requirement: Minimum 2 days per week, including at least a half-day on Tuesdays
• Flexibility: Some work-from-home possible for designated tasks
• Schedule: Flexible within BRAC’s operational hours

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate, accrual-basis financial records in QuickBooks
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, and prepare deposits
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements monthly
• Track restricted and unrestricted funds per nonprofit accounting standards
• Work with CFO to prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for the ED, Board, and funders
• Maintain orderly digital and physical accounting files

Budgeting, Planning & Compliance

• Support annual budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial planning
• Collaborate with ED and CFO to monitor organizational financial health
• Support and assist with annual audit and 990 preparation alongside external accountants
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting principles, and city/state/federal regulations
• Support NYC contract compliance, including budget tracking and reporting

Grant & Fund Management

• Track and report on grant expenditures in collaboration with program, education, and executive staff
• Provide financial data for government and foundation grant reports
• Support program staff to ensure restricted funds are spent in accordance with funder requirements

Payroll, HR & Benefits

• Process bi-weekly payroll and administer benefits
• Add/update employees in payroll system and benefit programs
• Track and maintain vacation/sick leave balances
• Support HR functions, including onboarding, compliance documentation, and employee files

Vendor, Accounts & Operations

• Maintain vendor relationships, accounts, and W-9s
• Coordinate annual 1099s
• Support office and building operations, including supply ordering and vendor repair calls
• Share in building opening responsibilities and general business operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in accounting, finance, or business administration, OR equivalent related work experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in nonprofit bookkeeping or financial management or similar work functions
• Expert proficiency in QuickBooks and Google Workspace (especially Sheets/Excel)
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting and fund accounting principles
• Experience preparing financial reports
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams
• Commitment to BRAC’s mission, values, and community impact

Added Plus (preferred but not required):

• Bronx Local, Familiarity with the communities we serve
• Familiarity with Airtable, Eventbrite, PayPal, GiveButter, or similar CRM tools
• Experience with NYC grant/DOE portals
• Conversational or fluent Spanish

Our Values in Action

At BRAC, we:

• Lead with integrity — transparent and accountable in all we do
• Center community — uplifting our neighbors, staff, and partners
• Foster creativity — embracing new ideas and innovative solutions
• Practice equity — removing barriers and expanding access
• Collaborate with care — building trust through respect and open communication

To Apply

Send your resume, three references, and a brief cover letter describing your interest in this role and alignment with BRAC’s mission to jobs@bronxriverart.org with the subject line: Finance Manager – [Last Name, First Name]. No Phone calls please

• Due to the fiscal nature of this role, a background check will be required for the final candidate.
• Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled
• Priority interviews will go to applicants who apply by September 15.
• Our goal is to hire by late October to allow for overlap and training with our current bookkeeper.