Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty one neighbor at a time. Through safety-net services and asset building solutions, Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) creates economic mobility opportunities for tens of thousands of people annually through programs such as energy assistance, early education and care, financial empowerment, positive youth development, and career pathways. WCAC serves 45 towns in Central and South-Central Massachusetts with offices located in Worcester, Southbridge, Webster, East Brookfield, and Leicester. We are a team of 145 employees and an annual budget of approximately $30 million. We are committed to a workplace culture with a shared passion for our vision that promotes teamwork, respect, and the opportunity to make a difference.

What we offer:

WCAC provides on-the-job training and professional development opportunities. As well as an excellent benefit package with no waiting period to enroll in health, dental, vision, life/LTD, and 403(b) retirement plan. Generous paid holiday calendar, vacation, personal and sick time. In addition to fair and transparent pay practices, we offer an additional pay differential to bilingual employees.

Position Summary:

WCAC has contracts with the Department of Energy (DOE) and the major local utility companies to install energy conservation measures in eligible homes to include weatherization, heating system repair and replacement, as well as other energy efficiency measures. The Business Manager plays a critical role in overseeing financial operations within the Energy Department managing budgets, and ensuring accurate Utility receivables. The Business Manager will produce monthly financial reports, analyze results, and meet regularly with Energy managers and the Finance department to review financial performance. The Business Manager is expected to develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding of how all the Energy grants combine to support the Energy operations as well as the ability to analyze Utility receivables and to ensure timely payment of invoices. This position will supervise and develop 2-3 administrative support staff.

Qualifications:

Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At WCAC we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace so if you are excited about this position, but don't meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyways.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, 3-5 years related equivalent experience considered.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and analyze financial processes and systems.
• Knowledge of government grant/contract compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of foundation and private grant procedures and requirements preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of Accounts Receivable and other accounting operations preferred. 
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Energy Conservation programs available to income eligible households required along with a working knowledge of HEAP guidelines.
• Experience with accounting software such as Great Plains, Blackbaud, Abila MIP or other accounting software desired. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn software and databases used by WCAC.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with WCAC staff and external agencies.
• Embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Ability to speak Spanish or other languages, a plus.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to successfully complete a National Grid’s background check process, including drug screen (4 panel, no THC).

Worcester Community Action Council, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental ability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, membership in the uniformed services or any other classification which is protected under state or federal law.