Vice President / Chief Financial Officer

Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan invites applications for the position of Vice President / Chief Financial Officer (VP/CFO). Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the VP/CFO serves as a trusted advisor, strategic partner, and key member of the executive leadership team. The VP/CFO is responsible for the overall financial strategy, leadership, and stewardship of the organization, ensuring financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and alignment with Goodwill SWMI’s mission. This role oversees all financial operations, planning, reporting, controls, and risk management while supporting organizational growth, profitability, and long-term impact. The VP/CFO regularly presents financial information to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Directors and works closely with the Board’s Finance and Audit Committees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
CPA required.
Minimum 10–15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior executive or CFO-level role.
Proven experience leading finance functions in a mid-to-large, multi-site organization with complex operations.
Demonstrated experience managing large operating budgets and multi-entity financial structures.
Strong knowledge of nonprofit GAAP, internal controls, audits, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with long-range financial planning, capital planning, and debt or credit facilities.
Experience with financial systems implementation or optimization (MS Dynamics GP or similar ERP).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
Strong analytical, modeling, and data visualization skills.
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and hands-on execution.
High ethical standards and commitment to stewardship and transparency.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
Collaborative leader and consensus builder with a results-oriented mindset.
Proven change management and process improvement experience.
Valid Michigan driver’s license required.
Ability to pass background and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

MBA or other advanced professional certification preferred.
Prior experience in the nonprofit sector strongly preferred; experience with donated goods retail, workforce development, or social enterprise organizations highly desirable.
Extensive experience partnering with a CEO and executive team on strategic planning and organizational growth.
Demonstrated experience presenting financial information to a Board of Directors and supporting audit and finance committees.
Understanding of supply chain operations and SI&OP processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership Partner with the President & CEO to execute growth strategies while maintaining sound financial footing.
Develop and lead a multi-year financial strategy aligned with organizational and mission objectives.
Provide financial modeling, scenario analysis, and strategic insights to support executive decision-making.
Support corporate development initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and synergy tracking with other agencies.
Financial Management & Oversight Lead and oversee all financial functions, including: Accounting and GAAP-compliant financial reporting Budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning Capital planning, debt management, and treasury functions Tax compliance, including Form 990 preparation Banking, insurance, and risk management Internal controls, financial policies, and audit coordination Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Prepare Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) reports highlighting performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board of Directors and Audit/Finance Committees.
Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations, GAAP for nonprofits, donor restrictions, and applicable federal and state requirements.
Oversee the annual independent audit and management letter responses.
Lead enterprise risk management, fraud prevention, and business continuity planning.
Ensure strong internal controls and financial governance across all business units.
Performance Measurement & Analytics Develop and monitor key financial and operational performance indicators (KPIs).
Coordinate across departments to capture, analyze, and report enterprise-wide metrics.
Translate financial data into clear narratives and dashboards for executive leadership and the Board.
Provide insight into Goodwill International key metrics, historical results, and forecasts.
Systems, Technology & Process Improvement Partner with Accounting and IT to improve financial systems, tools, and processes.
Lead or support upgrades and optimization of financial systems (e.g., MS Dynamics GP or successor systems).
Ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, and appropriate financial data security controls.
Leverage modern analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) to enhance decision support.
Leadership & Talent Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
Recruit, train, and retain high-potential team members.
Foster collaboration across finance functions and with other departments.
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical leadership.
Cross-Functional Partnership Partner with functional leaders to support accurate forecasting and financial decision-making.
Collaborate with executives on financial modeling related to retail operations, pricing, sales, headcount, strategic initiatives, and operational efficiency.
Support supply chain planning and Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SI&OP) processes.