Griffin Thomas
Asheville,NC
Summary
Griffin is a passionate, community-oriented professional with a rich background in education and finance. With experience teaching elementary school in Baltimore and middle school in South Carolina, Griffin has always been dedicated to helping others grow, learn, and thrive. He recently completed his master's degree in Business at the University of South Carolina, where he expanded his skills and knowledge in finance. His experience as Executive Director at Otter House Wellness brought growth in team management, financial management, and deep research skills. He is currently employed as the Finance and Operations Manager for a small non-profit in Asheville, NC.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Operations Manager
Children First- Communities in Schools
Asheville, North Carolina
10.2025 - Current
- Managed financial reporting and budgeting processes for nonprofit programs.
- Developed financial policies to enhance operational efficiency and accountability.
- Oversaw daily financial transactions and maintained accurate records.
- Supported grant applications by preparing detailed budget documents.
- Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and payroll operations.
Executive Director
Otter House Wellness
Asheville, North Carolina
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align organizational goals with community needs.
- Collaborated with board members to develop policies and governance structures.
- Oversaw program evaluation processes to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Managed budget allocations for various programs and initiatives within the organization. Led initiative that reduced operational spending by 60% without negative impact to client experience
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
University of South Carolina
12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
05-2021
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Budget management
- Project management
- Data reporting
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
Timeline
Finance and Operations Manager
Children First- Communities in Schools
10.2025 - Current
Executive Director
Otter House Wellness
08.2023 - 09.2025
MBA - Accounting And Finance
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina