Vice President of Finance and Operations

James River Association • Richmond, VA

32d • $110,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The James River Association is a nonprofit organization on a mission to protect the James River and connect people to it. With the upcoming retirement of our long-serving Vice President of Finance and Operations, we are beginning the search for our next financial and operational leader. This is a meaningful opportunity to join a values-driven team that cares deeply about our people, our river, and the communities we serve. We are seeking a seasoned, steady, and relationship-centered executive who can guide the financial health of the organization, nurture a positive operational and cultural environment, and serve as a trusted partner to our leadership team. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience in nonprofit finance, strategic budgeting, operational excellence, human resources, and people-centered leadership. This person will help shape JRA’s next chapter and ensure a strong foundation for our mission now and into the future.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8-10+ years of experience in finance and HR, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; CPA license preferred
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (desktop) and superior Excel skills
• Proven success in nonprofit budgeting, audit and cash management as well as an understanding of restricted funds and endowments.
• Executive presence with strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with human resources functions including benefits, staff culture and support, and maintaining operational excellence
• Firm commitment to the ethical standards expected of accounting professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and inspire a team.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to present data in understandable and impactful way to board and staff
• Perseverance in achieving efficiencies, savings, and improving processes and work flow
• Capacity to work collaboratively across departments to maintain a deep understanding of the operations and financial activity of the organization
• Self-starter who is naturally intuitive with excellent listening skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of JRA’s finances and operations.
• Key liaison responsible for the annual “Single” Audit and Form 990
• Manage and mentor the Administration team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance to provide steady and meaningful support for all of JRA’s activities
• Identify opportunities and oversee development of ways to improve operational systems and organizational efficiency
• Ensure accuracy of financial records and best practices in cash management
• Create and prepare the annual budget in collaboration with other staff and leadership, as well as prepare regular financial reports for each program area
• With the Director of People and Culture annually review, maintain and modernize benefits offerings
• Lead quarterly finance committee meetings, presenting salient financial data
• Work closely with the Development team, including tracking of long-term pledges and providing year to date revenue data for comparison and reporting to the board
• Serve as a key member of JRA’s executive leadership team, contributing to organization-wide decision making and strategic planning.

Benefits

• Includes fully paid employee-only health and dental coverage, life and LTD insurance, generous paid time off (starting at four weeks/year), twelve paid holidays, and 401(k) matched contributions.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Dynamic, hybrid/flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive