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Texas Freedom Network (a 501c4 non-profit) along with its partner 501c3 organization, Texas Freedom Network Education Fund, is a grassroots organization of religious and community leaders and young Texans building an informed and effective movement for equality and social justice (tfn.org). TFN was established in 1995 and has grown to a 35+ full time team along with dozens of part time staff across the state. TFN & TFN Education Fund represent a combined 6 to 8 million dollar annual budget. We also have a smaller associated state PAC.
The new VP of Finance & Operations is critical to the success of the organizations. A successful candidate has a demonstrated ability to oversee financial operations for a multi-department nonprofit (501c3/c4) organization – with experience in the progressive social-justice sector preferred. They are a strategic, big-picture thinker and strong communicator.
As a member of the leadership team, the VP of Finance & Operations participates in strategic planning, evaluation, and fiscal oversight of all organizational budgets and programs to ensure the financial health of Texas Freedom Network (TFN).
Reports to: President
Salary: TFN/TFNEF uses standardized salary bands to ensure pay equity. At the VP level, the salary is $105,000 to $130,000 depending on experience. We are open to considering exceptional candidates at the Sr. Vice President level and salary. We also offer considerable benefits summarized at the end of the job description.
Areas of Responsibility
Own fiscal management for TFN/TFNEF/TFN PAC (~60%):
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, financial software, and reporting systems
Supervise and oversee execution of key ongoing fiscal processes, including payroll, payables, account reconciliations, cash-flow projections
Ensure financial policies and procedures are in compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Ensure timely and accurate completion of (a) annual audit, (b) tax filings, and (c) insurance coverage for all three organizations
Manage the creation and monitoring of annual organizational and project/departmental budgets
Oversee ongoing fiscal relationship and compliance between 501c3 (TFNEF) and 501c4 (TFN) organizations, including implementing monthly reimbursement of shared staff and overhead costs between the two organizations
Work with Development Director to ensure accurate bookkeeping and compliance for grants and other restricted gifts
Manage administrative staff and department (10%)
Supervise Office Manager, Administrative & Operations Coordinator, as well as other support staff as needed
Oversee contractors and vendors, including professional employer organization (PEO), accountant/auditors, bookkeeper, legal representation
Oversee operating functions (10%)
Review and approve key vendor contracts and agreements (MOUs, sub-grants, partner agreements)
Provide guidance and oversight for all programs and staff, ensuring compliance with IRS and state election laws
Assist with timely and accurate filing of all campaign finance reports (state and local)
Work with VP of People and Culture to oversee compensation, benefits and other HR policies with a financial component
Support leadership in implementing organizational governance (20%)
Prepare monthly financial reports for leadership and quarterly reports for boards of directors
Develop and monitor projections for individual project budgets, personnel budgets, grant budgets, and other organizational expenditures to assist President and leadership team in steering the organizations
Key Requirements
We wish to take into account a variety of personal and professional experiences. However, a successful candidate will be able to demonstrate past experience in the majority of areas of responsibility outlined above. Please review them for job requirements.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial and operational needs of 501c3 and/or 501c4 organization is required. Experience in the social justice sector is preferred.
Other role details
Location: Austin, TX
TFN & TFN Education fund staff are distributed across the state, but the executive leadership team must be located in the Austin area. We are able to be flexible with relocation timelines.
Ideal start: April – May 2023
This will allow for a transition period with the current COO
Office type: Hybrid
TFN allows for a great deal of flexibility in working hours. Staff may attend events or team meetings either at the TFN office, community events, etc. Some travel in the state and across the country may be needed – less than 10% time
Benefits include:
100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Partial employer paid medical, dental, and vision for family (children, spouse/partner, or family)
Extensive paid time off including 10 days paid vacation with increases from years of service; additional paid personal and sick leave; paid federal holidays; paid parental, family, and medical leave
Fully paid sabbatical after completing five years of service
Stipends for remote work needs, wellness, and professional development
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To apply: please provide your resume and answer a few brief questions in lieu of a cover letter. You can apply at this link
