Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to lead our financial operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all accounting and reporting functions — from day-to-day accounting to board-level financial reporting, grant compliance, and audit preparation.

This role is an opportunity to build structure, improve systems, and make a lasting impact at one of the region's most trusted nonprofit legal services organizations — advancing equal justice for low-income people across Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations & Accounting

• Own and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management
• Execute and maintain a consistent monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts, investment accounts, and client trust accounts
• Develop, refine, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify and correct inconsistencies, errors, and inefficiencies in current accounting practices

Financial Reporting & Budgeting

• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements, board reports, and variance analyses
• Lead development of the annual organizational budget in collaboration with leadership
• Monitor cash flow and provide projections to support operational decision-making
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed

Grants & Compliance

• Oversee financial tracking and reporting for grants in coordination with stakeholders
• Ensure expenditures align with grant requirements, budgets, and restrictions
• Lead audit preparation and serve as primary liaison to external auditors
• Oversee preparation of Form 990, 1099s, 1096, and all required financial filings

Process Standardization & System Utilization

• Document and standardize key financial processes and workflows
• Improve efficiency and consistency within existing accounting systems
• Identify and implement practical improvements that reduce manual work and errors

Organizational Leadership

• Serve as the primary point of accountability for financial accuracy and reporting
• Partner with leadership to improve financial visibility and support decision-making
• Establish financial discipline and accountability across departments

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Strong experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting, including grants and fund accounting
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, implement structure, and improve operational consistency
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Project management skills and systems integration experience
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Authorized to work in the United States (visa sponsorship not available)

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Commitment to equal justice and advocacy for low-income people
• Treats clients, staff, and the public with dignity and respect
• Appreciates the experiences and needs of people of diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
• Takes ownership of projects; works independently and as part of a team
• Handles multiple competing demands with timeliness and care

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in our Nashville, TN office, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Occasional after-hours work and some travel within the LASMTC service area may be required. Reasonable accommodations available.

Note: This job description is not intended to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee.

Applications

If you would like to be considered, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to humanihr@las.org.