Vice President of Finance
About The Position
The Vice President of Finance is a vital member of the Senior Leadership Team and provides strategic leadership and oversight of all financial operations for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County. The position supports the financial health, sustainability, accountability, and compliance of the organization while enabling strategic decision-making, resource development, and long-term growth across the Club, Foundation, and affiliated entities. The role oversees accounting, financial reporting, payroll, budgeting, assets, investments, audits, financial systems, and controls. It advises the President/CEO and Board on financial strategy and risk, works with Board committees and organizational leaders, and provides financial guidance to Club Directors and staff. The position leads and develops finance staff. The role is primarily office-based, with occasional local travel and extended hours as needed for Board meetings, audits, budgeting cycles, and other key deadlines. Employment is conditional on completion and approval of a Level 2 background screening as described in the posting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least five years of progressive financial management experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
- Proven record of successful financial leadership, fiscal stewardship, compliance oversight, and strategic financial planning.
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, grants management, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
- Ability to interpret financial data and provide clear, actionable guidance to executive leadership and Board committees.
- Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, financial systems, and related productivity tools.
- Completion and approval of Level 2 employment screening is required as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- CPA, MBA, or related advanced credential.
- Financial management experience within a nonprofit organization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the President/CEO and Board on financial strategy, risk management, and long-term sustainability.
- Lead financial planning aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
- Build partnerships with Finance, Investment, and related Board Committees, and promote accountability and data-informed decision-making.
- Oversee accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and financial operations; ensure timely, accurate reporting across all entities.
- Maintain and analyze the general ledger.
- Lead audit preparation and serve as liaison with external auditors.
- Improve financial systems and controls.
- Lead development of annual budgets, monitor financial performance, and recommend corrective action.
- Oversee management of assets and investments; ensure compliance with grants and contracts; support fundraising and funding requests.
- Partner with leadership to align financial strategy with operations.
- Support Club Directors with budgeting and financial management, and provide financial training and guidance across teams.
- Prepare and present financial reports to the Board; advise Finance and Investment Committees; maintain relationships with auditors, funders, and partners.
- Lead, develop, and support finance staff to ensure a high-performing, accurate, responsive, and accountable finance function.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
