Vice President of Finance

YMCA of Northern Colorado • Lafayette, CO

6d • $100,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the COO the VP of Finance oversees all financial operations to ensure the YMCA’s fiscal stability and mission‑driven growth. This role manages budgeting, accounting, reporting, and compliance. The VP of Finance leads the finance team, maintains strong internal controls, and supports organizational planning to strengthen programs and community impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of broad finance or accounting experience, ideally in a non-profit setting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and computerized accounting systems.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains, and oversees assigned staff and departments.
• Monitors monthly financial operations, prepares analysis and reports, and gives guidance to executive and operating staff. Works closely with operations staff on issues that affect financial outcome.
• Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Reviews existing outsourced processes and builds in-house SOPs for the department.
• Oversees and provides leadership to the annual budget and forecast process including issuing guidelines and procedures, training staff, auditing budgets, overseeing data input, and preparing reports.
• Manages the annual independent audit, the preparation of financial statements, and the IRS 990 tax form and works directly with the audit firm to ensure timely completion.
• Ensures that current accounting standards and legal requirements are met.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of outside reports and filings including annual financial reports for YUSA.
• Implements appropriate systems and internal controls to adequately safeguard the YMCA’s financial resources and to provide a solid basis for accurately reporting financial data.
• Oversees the month-end and year-end closings and the preparation of statements and reports. This includes regular cash flow projections for the CEO, COO, and board leaders as needed.
• Maintains all necessary records and accounting reports and records all transactions on a timely basis.
• Works directly with the development/fundraising team to ensure accuracy of all fundraising activities. Assists with fundraising activities as needed.
• May have direct responsibility for periodic deposits, recording journal entries, and bank and investment account reconciliations.
• Manages aspects of association risk management including, but not limited to insurance renewal and workers compensation allocation.
• May implement, manage and oversee personnel and payroll administration including maintaining records and related systems.
• Serves as the liaison for assigned committees, community partnerships and banking relationships.
• Maintains good working relationships with auditors, bankers, investment counselors, attorneys and other professional advisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free Family Membership
• Free and Discounted Programs
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

What This Job Offers

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