Finance Manager

Finance Manager 🚀
Location: San Francisco, CA | Job Type: Operations | Full-Time | Hybrid

Join Us at the Center for AI Safety (CAIS)!
The Center for AI Safety (CAIS) is at the forefront of addressing the societal risks associated with AI. Our mission includes rigorous research, field-building initiatives, and essential policy engagement. We're expanding our team and looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to take charge of our financial operations across CAIS and the Center for AI Safety Action Fund (CAISAF).

Key Functions and Responsibilities:

🔍 Financial Oversight & Reporting (35%)

• Manage comprehensive financial operations for CAIS (501(c)(3)) and CAISAF (501(c)(4)).
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping, monthly reconciliations, and compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, budget analyses, and grant updates to leadership.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to bolster strategic decision-making.

📊 Nonprofit Compliance & Governance (30%)

• Develop and uphold fiscal, travel, and expense policies in line with nonprofit regulations.
• Collaborate with legal teams for accurate regulatory filings and responses.
• Oversee the annual audit processes for both CAIS and CAISAF.

💼 Expense Management & Payroll (30%)

• Review and approve weekly expenses while enforcing company policies.
• Manage biweekly payroll processing via Rippling and ensure accuracy in contractor and employee payments.
• Develop effective expense policies and conduct compliance training for staff.

⚙️ Financial Systems & Process Optimization (5%)

• Facilitate efficient use of financial platforms like Rippling, Ramp, and Xero.
• Drive automation and integration of financial workflows to enhance productivity.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• 5+ years in financial management, accounting, or nonprofit finance.
• Familiarity with both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities and compliance (preferred).
• Proficiency in financial platforms: Xero, Ramp, Rippling, and more.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Exceptional organization and analytical skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Experience in startups, nonprofits, or tech environments is a plus.

💼 Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your dependents 🏥
• 401K plan with 4% matching 💰
• Unlimited PTO 🌴
• Lunch and dinner provided at the office 🍽️
• Annual Professional Development Stipend 🎓
• Work alongside top talent in AI safety research 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

The Center for AI Safety is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about this role and don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply!

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