VP/Director of Finance

About the role

We are looking for an experienced finance leader to step into a contract position supporting the organization during a critical short-term period of elevated spending and close cash oversight. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this role will guide day-to-day financial management, provide clear weekly visibility into budget and liquidity status, and help maintain financial stability over a 1 to 2 month engagement. The ideal candidate can quickly assess priorities, deliver practical reporting, and bring strong judgment to cash management, forecasting, and payment operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance function during a high-spend period, ensuring accurate financial controls and timely decision support.
• Monitor organizational budgets, track significant outgoing funds, and provide regular updates on overall financial position.
• Prepare and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast to support short-term planning and preserve positive liquidity.
• Review cash activity closely, including the use of investment balances, and recommend actions to manage financial risk.
• Process and supervise vendor and operational payments with attention to timing, accuracy, and available cash resources.
• Deliver weekly financial status reports that summarize budget performance, cash flow trends, and emerging concerns.
• Support payroll administration on a bi-weekly cycle through the established PayEntry process.
• Assist with budget planning through September, including oversight of restricted funding and the treatment of prepaid and postpaid grant-related activity.
• Contribute to month-end close activities and ensure financial reporting is organized, accurate, and actionable.

Requirements

• Strong expertise in budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting within fast-moving environments.
• Ability to create and manage short-range liquidity models, including 13-week cash forecasts.
• Experience overseeing month-end close and maintaining reliable financial records.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and confidence working in established payroll processes.
• Sound understanding of grant-related accounting considerations is helpful, though direct grant experience is not required.
• Ability to step in quickly, work a 40-hour week, and operate effectively in a short-term contract engagement.