Vice President of Finance

Primary Responsibilities and Activities

• Serves as a trusted advisor to the President/CEO and Board on financial strategy, risk management, and long-term sustainability
• Leads financial planning processes aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities
• Buils strong partnerships with Finance, Investment, and related Board Committees
• Promotes a culture of accountability and data-informed decision-making
• Oversees all accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and financial operations
• Ensures timely, accurate reporting across all entities
• Maintains and analyzes the general ledger
• Ledds audit preparation and serves as liaison with external auditors
• Implements improvements to financial systems and controls

Budgeting and Resource Stewardship

• Leads development of annual budgets
• Maintains and monitors financial performance
• Recommends corrective action
• Oversees management of assets and investments
• Ensures compliance with grants and contracts
• Supports fundraising and funding requests

Organizational Leadership and Collaboration

• Partners with leadership to align financial strategy with operations
• Supports Club Directors with budgeting and financial management
• Provides financial training and guidance across teams

Board and External Relations

• Prepares and presents financial reports to the Board
• Serves in an advisory role to Finance and Investment Committees
• Maintains relationships with auditors, funders, and partners

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, grants management, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to interpret financial data and provide clear, actionable guidance to executive leadership and Board committees
• Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, financial systems, and related productivity tools

Position Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; a CPA, MBA, or related advanced credential is preferred
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive financial management experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• A proven record of successful financial leadership, fiscal stewardship, compliance oversight, and strategic financial planning