Job Title: Financial Specialist (Part-Time)
Organization: Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley
Position Summary
Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Specialist to support financial operations across its homelessness prevention and interim housing programs. This position plays a key role in tracking grant-funded expenditures, preparing budgets, and processing payments to ensure compliance with local government and private funding requirements.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, experienced in financial tracking, and comfortable working in a fast-paced nonprofit environment with multiple funding sources.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Financial Management
- Assist in the development and management of program budgets, including interim housing (shelter) and eviction prevention programs
- Track and monitor expenses across multiple funding sources (e.g., local government agencies, private grants)
- Prepare and maintain detailed budget spreadsheets for internal and funder use
Grant & Contract Compliance
- Track expenditures by grant and ensure alignment with approved budgets and scopes of work
- Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports required by local government agencies and private funders
- Ensure all costs are allowable, properly allocated, and fully documented
- Support audits, monitoring visits, and compliance reviews
Payment Processing
- Review payment requests and underlying support for rental assistance and program expenses
- Prepare check requests and electronic payment documentation with appropriate approvals
- Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds tied to grant requirements
- Maintain clear audit trails for all payments
Financial Reporting & Data Management
- Maintain organized financial files, including invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation
- Enter and track financial data in systems and Excel spreadsheets
- Reconcile financial records and assist with monthly reporting
- Generate financial summaries to support program and executive leadership
Program Coordination Support
- Work closely with program staff to verify client assistance, service costs, and budget allocations
- Support documentation for services such as rental assistance, case management, and shelter operations
- Assist in improving financial tracking systems and internal controls
Other Responsibilities
- As time permits, assist with other accounting and financial tasks.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, financial administration, or nonprofit finance
- Experience working with government or grant-funded programs strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (budget tracking, formulas, reporting)
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or similar)
- Strong understanding of financial documentation and audit readiness
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple funding streams and deadlines
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Position Details
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Hours: 16 hours per week
- Compensation: $32.25 per hour
Work Environment
- Hybrid or office-based in the San Gabriel Valley
- Collaborative work environment supporting programs serving families experiencing or at risk of homelessness
Mission Alignment
Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley is committed to helping families experiencing homelessness achieve sustainable independence through shelter, prevention, and supportive services. This role directly contributes to ensuring financial integrity and accountability in delivering these critical services.
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rosemead, CA 91770
