AVP of Financial Planning & Analysis

Akin (formerly Childhaven)•Seattle, WA

4d•$150,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Akin is seeking an experienced Senior Director or Associate Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead financial strategy, strengthen organizational performance, and support the long-term sustainability of its mission-driven organization. The position level will depend on the selected candidate’s experience, leadership background, and qualifications. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this highly visible role serves as a strategic financial partner to executive leadership and teams across Akin. The position oversees organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, performance reporting, financial operations, and development of the Finance team. It also leads effective use and optimization of Workday Adaptive Planning, financial systems and processes, and tools that support informed decision-making. The role balances strategic leadership with hands-on execution, including financial modeling, executive recommendations, team development, and process improvement. Nonprofit financial leadership experience is strongly preferred, particularly experience with complex funding structures, government grants, contracts, and restricted funding. Hybrid arrangements may be available based on organizational needs and may change as business needs change; some statewide travel to Akin locations may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, or financial planning and analysis, including at least 5 years of people leadership.
Required hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning, including use for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis, and to support strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
Experience leading organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting processes.
Experience partnering with senior and executive leadership on financial strategy, organizational planning, and data-informed decision-making.
Experience developing, implementing, or improving financial processes, internal controls, financial systems, and reporting practices.
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing teams, including direct performance management responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, financial reporting, and long-term financial planning.
Strong analytical capabilities and communication skills.
Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution and collaborate across organizational levels.
Some statewide travel to Akin locations may be required.

Nice To Haves

Senior-level finance or FP&A leadership experience within a nonprofit organization.
Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, and funding structures.
Experience managing complex budgets involving restricted and unrestricted funding, government grants, contracts, and multiple revenue streams.
Financial leadership experience in human services, healthcare, behavioral health, or similarly complex, mission-driven organizations.
Experience partnering with program leaders on financial planning, funding sustainability, and responsible resource allocation.
Experience presenting financial information and strategic recommendations to a Board of Directors or Board committees.
Experience leading financial system implementations, process automation, or significant financial systems improvements.
Experience guiding organizations through growth, change, or systems transformation.
Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
CPA, CMA, or another relevant professional certification.
For AVP-level consideration: executive-level financial leadership, broad organizational financial strategy experience, advising executive leadership and Boards, overseeing enterprise-wide financial initiatives, and leading significant organizational or financial systems improvements.

Responsibilities

Partner with the CFO and executive leadership to develop and execute financial strategies that support Akin’s mission and long-term sustainability.
Provide financial insights, modeling, and recommendations to guide organizational planning and resource allocation.
Identify financial risks, emerging trends, and opportunities to strengthen financial performance.
Translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations for executive leadership and the Board.
Support long-term financial planning and organizational decision-making.
Oversee annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
Lead operational and capital budget management, financial analysis, and performance monitoring.
Develop financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators for organizational decision-making.
Partner with department and program leaders to strengthen financial accountability, budget ownership, and forecasting accuracy across programs, departments, and funding sources.
Lead effective use and optimization of Workday Adaptive Planning for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, modeling, and analysis.
Improve financial planning workflows, reporting capabilities, data accuracy, and system efficiency; identify opportunities to automate manual processes.
Partner with IT, Operations, and other departments to improve financial systems integration and data accessibility.
Lead financial technology improvements that strengthen efficiency, transparency, and data-informed decision-making.
Oversee financial reporting, grants and contracts, regulatory compliance, and financial operations.
Ensure alignment with applicable accounting standards, nonprofit financial requirements, and internal controls.
Improve financial policies, procedures, and reporting practices, and promote responsible stewardship, accountability, and operational excellence.
Lead, coach, and develop the Finance team; establish expectations, priorities, and performance goals; and support professional development, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Foster a positive, collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture and build strong cross-departmental relationships as a trusted financial advisor.