Board Member - Finance

The Family Practice & Counseling Services Network • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Remote

About The Position

Family Practice & Counseling Services Network (FPCSN), a nurse-led Federally Qualified Health Center serving Philadelphia communities, is seeking a mission-driven individual with finance experience to join our Board of Directors and chair our Finance Committee. This volunteer leadership opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who wants to help advance accessible, high-quality healthcare while supporting the long-term financial sustainability of a community-based nonprofit.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, or financial leadership.
• The ability to interpret financial statements and communicate financial information clearly to people with varied backgrounds.
• Strong judgment, a collaborative approach, and the ability to lead productive committee discussions.
• A commitment to health equity and the communities FPCSN serves.
• The availability to participate consistently in Board and Finance Committee meetings. Board meetings occur virtually one Wednesday per month starting at 5:30pm for approximately 1:30 hours. An additional Finance committee would be involved as well, also meeting virtually.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare finance, community health centers, grants management, or public accounting is especially valuable.
• A CPA, CFO, controller, or comparable background is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance Committee meetings and report recommendations to the Board.
• Guide the committee’s review of budgets, financial statements, cash flow, and financial performance.
• Help the Board understand financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support oversight of financial policies, internal controls, and long-term financial planning.
• Fulfill Board governance responsibilities and serve as an ambassador for FPCSN’s mission.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed