Application Guide

How to Apply for Nonprofit Financial Strategist

at 100 Degrees Consulting

🏢 About 100 Degrees Consulting

100 Degrees Consulting specializes exclusively in nonprofit financial transformation, helping organizations maximize limited resources for greater community impact. Unlike general accounting firms, they focus on translating complex financial data into actionable strategies specifically for the nonprofit sector. This creates a unique opportunity to work with mission-driven organizations while developing deep expertise in nonprofit financial management.

About This Role

As a Nonprofit Financial Strategist, you'll manage financial operations for 10-12 nonprofit clients, blending high-level strategic advising with hands-on bookkeeping oversight. This role directly impacts clients' ability to serve their communities by optimizing financial processes and providing clear, actionable insights. You'll be responsible for everything from daily accounting to strategic financial planning for multiple organizations simultaneously.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing financial data for multiple nonprofit clients in QuickBooks Online, preparing budget-to-actual reports with clear analysis, and providing strategic recommendations to optimize resource allocation. You might conduct a Zoom call with a client's board to explain financial forecasts, update documentation for finance processes, and troubleshoot accounting software issues while ensuring compliance with nonprofit-specific regulations across your portfolio.

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🎯 Who 100 Degrees Consulting Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of hands-on nonprofit financial management experience including 990 preparation, nonprofit audits, and restricted funds management under FASB/GAAP
  • Is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certified expert who can efficiently manage multiple client accounts in QuickBooks Online
  • Demonstrates proficiency with 100 Degrees' specific tech stack: Google Sheets/Workspace, SaasAnt, Dropbox, Expensify, Slack, Double, Zoom, and Gusto
  • Combines exceptional client service skills with the ability to proactively identify financial opportunities and risks for nonprofit clients

📝 Tips for Applying to 100 Degrees Consulting

1

Highlight specific experience with nonprofit-specific financial requirements (990s, restricted funds, nonprofit audits) rather than just general accounting experience

2

Demonstrate your QuickBooks Online expertise and mention if you're ProAdvisor Certified - this is explicitly preferred in the requirements

3

Show examples of how you've translated financial data into actionable insights for nonprofit leadership and boards

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Emphasize experience managing multiple clients or projects simultaneously, as you'll handle 10-12 nonprofit clients

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Include specific examples of improving financial processes or systems for nonprofit organizations

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your hands-on experience with nonprofit financial management including 990s, audits, and restricted funds', "Specific examples of how you've helped nonprofits optimize limited resources for greater impact", 'Your proficiency with their specific technology stack, especially QuickBooks Online and Google Workspace', 'Experience managing multiple clients or complex portfolios while maintaining exceptional service']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore 100 Degrees Consulting's client portfolio and case studies to understand the types of nonprofits they serve
  • → Research their approach to 'analyzing, translating, and transforming financial information' as mentioned in their company description
  • → Understand the specific challenges nonprofits face with limited resources and how financial strategy can address these
  • → Review their technology stack and ensure you can speak to experience with all mentioned tools
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience preparing 990s and managing nonprofit audits
2 How would you handle a situation where a client's restricted grant funds were improperly allocated?
3 Describe your approach to creating budget-to-actual reports that provide clear, actionable insights for nonprofit boards
4 How do you prioritize and manage financial tasks across 10-12 different nonprofit clients?
5 What specific improvements have you made to nonprofit financial processes or systems in previous roles?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on corporate accounting experience without emphasizing nonprofit-specific financial knowledge
  • Being vague about QuickBooks Online experience - they need specific, advanced skills
  • Failing to demonstrate how you provide proactive insights rather than just reactive reporting
  • Not showing understanding of how financial management directly impacts nonprofit mission delivery

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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