Vice President of Finance

Children's Network of Hillsborough•Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for Children’s Network of Hillsborough’s financial operations and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The role leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, reporting, accounting oversight, cash management, contract and grant fiscal administration, audit preparation, internal control development and assessment, and financial policy development. It partners with executive and operational leaders to translate financial information into practical recommendations, protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. The position leads long-range financial planning and the annual operating and capital budget processes, maintains forecasts, analyzes financial performance and risks, and supports strategic initiatives and resource decisions. It provides oversight of accounting and financial reporting, government-funded programs, grants, contracts, subcontracts, and compliance activities, and coordinates audit and monitoring support. The role also leads and develops finance staff, establishes department priorities and processes, and collaborates across the organization. This is an in-office-based position with standard business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours may vary, including evenings and weekends, to meet operational demands. Travel within and outside Hillsborough County is required. Employees must complete 15 hours of training annually.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management.
Demonstrated experience with complex budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, accounting operations, internal controls, audits, and executive-level reporting.
Advanced knowledge of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, accounting principles, internal controls, cash management, and financial reporting.
Ability to analyze complex financial and operational information, identify trends and inconsistencies, assess risk, evaluate alternatives, and provide data-informed recommendations.
Strong executive communication, presentation, leadership, coaching, delegation, project management, change management, collaboration, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to communicate financial concepts to diverse audiences and prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, policies, and supporting documentation.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of enterprise resource planning, accounting, reporting, and data visualization systems.
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, maintain accuracy and attention to detail, and respond effectively in a changing environment.
Demonstrate confidentiality, ethical conduct, accountability, and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret, organize, and clearly communicate complex financial, accounting, contractual, and regulatory information.
Advanced mathematical and quantitative skills, including complex financial calculations, budget and data analysis, variance evaluation, forecasting, and financial projections.
Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and reasoning abilities, including evaluating complex information, identifying risks, and developing practical recommendations.
Proof of education is required.
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required; a driver’s license check is required.
Criminal background screening, including fingerprinting through local law enforcement and FBI/FDLE, is required.
Drug screening is required.
Must meet the stated language, mathematical, and reasoning abilities, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or comparable professional credential.
At least six years of management or supervisory experience is preferred.
Experience with child welfare, nonprofit or human services operations, government funding, grants, contracts, cost allocation, and federal or state regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support to the Chief Financial Officer, executive leadership, and organizational stakeholders.
Lead long-range financial planning, financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business-plan development.
Evaluate financial performance, emerging risks, funding changes, operational trends, and business opportunities; present recommendations and corrective actions when appropriate.
Align Finance Department goals, work plans, policies, and procedures with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, contractual obligations, and operational needs.
Support financial aspects of proposals, procurements, contract negotiations, program changes, and other strategic initiatives.
Direct annual operating and capital budget processes, including revenue planning, expense assumptions, executive review, and implementation.
Maintain rolling forecasts; monitor actual performance against budget; and direct trend analysis and cash projection analysis.
Prepare and communicate timely financial analyses.
Monitor subcontracted organizations’ financial results and oversee the budget approval process.
Develop financial projections and cost analyses to support staffing, program, service, technology, facilities, and other resource decisions.
Collaborate with and provide oversight to the Controller to maintain accurate accounting records and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting principles and requirements.
Oversee financial reporting processes and assess internal controls, segregation of duties, and financial operating procedures.
Monitor liquidity and cash position, recommend cash management strategies, and support the protection and appropriate use of organizational assets.
Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, appropriately retained, and available for internal and external review.
Provide financial oversight for government-funded programs, grants, subcontracts, and other funding arrangements, including budgets, cost allocation, invoicing, reporting, reconciliation, and closeout.
Monitor compliance with funding requirements, contract provisions, federal and state regulations, organizational policies, and approved budgets.
Coordinate financial support for audits, monitoring reviews, and other examinations, including preparation of schedules, reconciliation of requested information, stakeholder communication, and follow-up on findings or corrective actions.
Monitor changes in accounting standards, funding guidance, laws, regulations, and contractual expectations; recommend policy or process updates as needed.
Lead, coach, and develop department leaders and staff; establish priorities, clarify responsibilities, monitor workload, and promote timely, accurate, service-oriented performance.
Support effective delegation, cross-training, succession planning, and continuity of critical financial responsibilities.
Partner with program, operations, human resources, information technology, contracts, quality, and other departments to strengthen financial understanding, accountability, and cross-functional decision-making.
Develop and maintain finance policies, procedures, tools, calendars, and training.
Communicate complex financial matters clearly and objectively while maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.
Maintain a regular in-office presence to supervise and support staff, conduct meetings, address operational issues, and ensure collaboration and business continuity.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and agency goals.
Travel within and outside Hillsborough County as required.
Complete 15 hours of training annually and maintain relevant credential or license training and continuing education requirements.