National EVP, Finance

Description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION 

Founded in 1992, After-School All-Stars provides free, daily afterschool programs to school-aged youth in school sites all across the U.S. Our vision is for our All-Stars to be safe and healthy, to graduate high school and go on to college, to find a career they love, and to give back to their communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Executive Vice President of Finance is responsible for the strategic oversight, integrity, and management of all financial operations of the organization. The EVP of Finance ensures financial transparency, regulatory compliance, and long-term institutional sustainability. Serving as the primary financial advisor to the President, CEO and Board of Directors, the EVP of Finance oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit and tax compliance, investment oversight, internal controls, and accounting operations. The EVP of Finance supervises the National Controller and Finance Managers and serves as liaison to the Finance Committee and external financial partners.

SCOPE OF ROLE

Finance Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the finance and accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Lead the annual audit process and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Collaborate with the CEO, President and Board of Directors on strategic financial planning and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external auditors, grantors, and funding sources.
• Provide timely and accurate financial analysis to inform strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Maintain and enhance internal control policies and procedures to safeguard financial assets.

Strategic Planning & Organizational Capacity Building

• Partner with executive leadership to support organizational growth, program expansion, and operational scaling.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and improved service delivery through financial insights.
• Lead special projects that enhance financial transparency, operational effectiveness, and impact.

Systems, Infrastructure & Transformation

• Lead modernization of financial systems (e.g., Financial Edge), including implementation, integration with HRIS and grants systems, and change management.
• Design and optimize workflows across procure-to-pay, grant reporting, and financial close processes.
• Strengthen financial infrastructure, internal controls, and policy frameworks in a distributed, multi-site environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Endowment 

• Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and administration of the ASAS Endowment.
• Coordinate with investment advisors, auditors, and the Endowment Board.
• Present Endowment performance and financial matters at Board meetings.

Board & Committee Engagement

• Participate and present at Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and Board meetings
• Prepare and present budgets, forecasts, financial results and insights
• Respond to questions and provide follow-up analysis as needed.

ASAS promotes a healthy work/life blend and offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 403b match, paid time off, and 24 paid holidays.

ASAS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, alienage or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requirements

SKILLS

• Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams with passionate interest in mentoring others and working as a team
• Strong integrity, ethics and professionalism and a commitment to advancing the organization’s mission.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Passion for the mission and work of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Proficient in Finance software platforms. 

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or business administration required.
• MBA strongly preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 15+ years of directly related finance experience required
• 10+ years’ experience developing a team of exempt level professionals
• 5+ years’ experience in a non-profit organization required.
• Solid experience working with Boards of Directors and Board committees required.