Vice President of Finance

Overview

As the Vice President of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial vitality and sustainability of BGCWPA. Leading our financial operations, you will be a key member of the leadership team, managing a dynamic accounting team and overseeing internal and external audits. This role requires a strategic mindset, financial acumen, and a passion for supporting the growth of a non-profit organization with a budget exceeding $9 million and a diverse team of 150-200 full and part-time employees.

Successful candidates will possess:

• A hands-on approach and collaborative spirit across departments.
• Strong leadership and delegation skills.
• Experience leading non-profit accounting for an organization receiving various local, state, and federal government grants.
• Understanding the importance of maintaining donor records for stewardship.

Responsibilities

Financial Leadership: Oversee all aspects of the organization's finances, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, payroll, grants management, and audits.

Team Oversight: Lead and manage a dedicated team, including a part-time Controller, full-time Assistant Controller/Accounts Receivable, full-time Accounts Payable, and part-time Data Entry

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to establish and achieve both long-term and short-term financial objectives. Partner with the advancement team to oversee grant awards and collaborate with the operations and programs team to efficiently reconcile expenses.

Cash Flow Management: Develop and implement a reliable cash flow projection process, ensuring the organization's operating needs are met.

Budget Development and Tracking: Lead the development, management, and performance tracking of the organization's budget, providing insights and recommendations for financial efficiency.

Grant Management: Oversee grant, invoicing, and reporting requirements, ensuring robust systems for management, communication, and accountability.

Audit Preparation: Ensure accurate and timely audit preparation, serving as the primary liaison with the audit firm to guarantee compliance with all financial controls.

Policy and Control: Establish financial safeguard policies and internal controls to uphold organizational stewardship of financial resources.

Insurance Management: Manage organizational insurance coverage, including workmen’s compensation, general liability, auto coverage, and directors’ and officers’ policies.

Technology Integration: Manage accounting systems for the organization, leveraging technology for efficient financial operations.

Human Resources: Oversee financial activities associated with human resources, including payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, accounting, or finance, preferred.
• Progressive experience in financial management roles, with a focus on Controller/Accounting Manager responsibilities, preferably within a non-profit or mission-driven organization. 
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with strong leadership, delegation skills, and a proven ability to thrive as an inclusive leader within culturally diverse communities.
• Proven ability to lead finances for an organization receiving large grants/contracts from Federal, State, or Philanthropic funding sources.
• In-depth understanding of accounting principles, receivables, and federal and state financial obligations.
• Experience with financial systems such as NetSuite Cloud Accounting, ADP payroll, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite is a plus.