Financial Controller 1

WeVote • Oakland, CA

3d • Remote

About The Position

WeVote is a nonpartisan, nonprofit civic technology organization powered by more than 250 volunteers across the United States. Its mission is to help voters make informed decisions through accessible, technology-driven voter education tools. The organization is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to help oversee and strengthen its financial operations. This volunteer role offers an opportunity to apply finance expertise to a national civic mission while collaborating with volunteers across the organization.

The role is remote within the United States and requires a commitment of 3–5+ hours per week, with at least 3 hours available during core collaboration hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM ET. The Financial Controller helps ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and sustainability across the organization.

Requirements

• Professional experience in accounting, finance, controllership, or financial management.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with accounting systems and financial software platforms.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Commitment to WeVote's mission of strengthening civic participation and voter engagement.
• Availability of at least 3 hours per week during core collaboration hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM ET.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent financial credentials.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting or nonprofit financial management.
• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or boards of directors.
• Knowledge of internal controls, audits, and financial compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, expense tracking, and general ledger activities.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements.
• Help improve financial systems, reporting tools, and process automation.
• Develop financial dashboards, metrics, and reporting packages for leadership and board stakeholders.
• Support nonprofit financial compliance and tax filing requirements.
• Recommend financial controls, policies, and best practices to strengthen operational effectiveness.

Benefits

• Make a direct impact on voter engagement and democratic participation.
• Apply professional expertise to a meaningful national mission.
• Collaborate with volunteers across technology, operations, communications, and civic engagement.
• Expand leadership experience and professional network.
• Gain exposure to nonprofit leadership and governance.

What This Job Offers

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