YWCA South Florida, Inc Hiring for VP OF FINANCE (NON-PROFIT) Job at Miami, FL Full Time

Job Title: VP OF FINANCE (NON_PROFIT)

Reports To: CEO

Department: Finance

Location: Corporate

Status: Full-Time Exempt

Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000

Summary:

This newly created role to spearhead our finance division was created as a result of the agency’s growth and continued substantial projected growth over the next three to five years. The VP of Finance must be a strategic thinker, passionate about culture and impact, with a command of people and industry leadership. Responsible for the overall financial modeling, projections, oversight of funding/grant optimization and sustained success. Serves as the lead financial advisor to the CEO and executive team for strategic planning purposes, but must be willing to roll up their sleeves to unleash potential in all areas. Is the key liaison and manager for the administration and accounting department to the entire organization[MM1][KR2]. Responsible for aligning financial resources with the mission and vision of the organization and for identifying concrete ways to maximize free cash flow while looking for opportunities to effectively utilize agency assets and staff. The VP of Finance ensures the fiscal aspects of the organization’s operations are scalable for the expected projected growth[MM3][KR4].

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

· Partners with Executives to develop, implement and measure financial progress on strategic business plans and operating initiatives

· Advises the CEO and other key members of the senior leadership team on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities, and policy matters.

· Serves as the liaison to the board, finance and audit committee member through effective communication and presentation of critical financial matters at select board of directors and finance committee meetings.

· Partners with the leadership team to execute on the development of YWCA’s strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organization.

· Represents the organization externally, through building relationships with the agency key partners such as banks, donors, vendors, outside consultants and other financial institutions as needed to keep close to agency’s major expenditures and sources of revenue

· Leads and develops a team of finance professionals who are responsible for financial reporting, planning and analysis for agency.

· Oversees and evolves financial and operational metrics, analysis, and support tools to deliver actionable value-added insights to the functions supported by the programs teams, and the Executive team.

· Serves as part of the leadership team, helping to develop and execute multi-year business plans and strategies that advance agencies priorities and intended impact.

· Oversees the development and maintenance of short and long-range financial models that incorporate key business drivers and assist Senior Management in making financial decisions

· Establishes and monitors staff performance and development goals, sets objectives, establishes priorities, conducts annual performance appraisals, and other supervisory responsibilities.

· Provides appropriate oversight and collaborates with program directors to provide support on fiscal matters related to grants

· Ensures reports are available within set time periods for various parties, included but not limited to the CEO, COO, Directors and senior leaders, the Board, and outside agencies as necessary.

· Reviews short and long-term goals in light of existing and projected financial resources

· Oversees the agency investment portfolio and works with Board committees as the designated staff person

Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Accountability – Demonstrates a sense of ownership and responsibility in successfully delivering results.

Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates financial literacy. Aligns work with strategic goals and interprets written information. Experience working at all levels within client organization including executive.

Cost Consciousness – Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity – Effectively works with agency stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and skill levels; Works in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment.

Government – Understands government funds, contracts and grant processes.

Interpersonal Skills- Creates effective working relationships across multiple levels and multiple functions within both client and agency organizations.

Leadership – Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. Exhibits confidence in self and others.

Legal Compliance- Demonstrates knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to accounting practices.

Oral Communication- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Follows through on commitments.

Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities.

Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities.

Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting related discipline required; MBA is a plus; 10+ years of experience in financial analysis; senior management role ideally with in-house financial management experience; Preference for experience either as an employee or board member of a nonprofit organization; familiar with non-profit finance and accounting regulations; proven track record of success facilitating progressive organizational change/development within a growing organization.

Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker.; Ability to work independently in a fast-past environment; Passion for YWCA’s mission, and ability to influence others to further the mission of the agency; previous experience in a Not-For-Profit is a definite plus.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.

Math Ability:

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Access and Accounting software/systems.

Certificates and Licenses:

CPA preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages two or more subordinate supervisors and staff members. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

A valuable member of the Senior management team who actively participates in strategy development and in executing the agency’s strategic plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

COVID-19 considerations:
YWCA follows strictly all CDC protocols as it pertains to our industry and programs

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Non-profit accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
• Finance: 5 years (Preferred)
• SUPERVISORY SKILLS: 1 year (Preferred)
• Financial strategist: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location