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 at 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.