Vice President, Finance

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Organizational Leadership:

• Partner with the President and Executive Team to align financial strategy with organizational growth and programmatic goals
• Provide actionable analysis of financial and operational performance across departments
• Lead financial planning for mergers, partnerships, sponsorships, and capital investments
• Present updates to board-level finance and audit committees

Financial Management & Compliance:

• Oversee all financial operations including forecasting, budgeting, cash flow, grant management, and accounts payable
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, OMB audit requirements, and nonprofit regulatory guidelines
• Lead internal control implementation, policy creation, and audit preparation
• Oversee timely, accurate reporting to leadership, the board, funders, and auditors

Real Estate Development & Asset Oversight:

• Analyze acquisition proposals and capital investments in collaboration with real estate development staff
• Review complex legal agreements (e.g., tax credit structures, bond financing, debt/equity documents)
• Ensure proper funding requisitions, investor reporting, cost certifications, and draw submissions
• Liaise with property/asset managers and development teams to monitor performance of LIHTC and commercial portfolios

Team Management & Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Supervise a high-functioning finance department; manage performance, training, and strategic direction
• Guide budgeting processes across departments, fostering financial literacy and accountability among program leaders
• Support investor and donor relations by articulating the organization’s financial model and strategic direction
• Contribute to internal culture-building and the alignment of finance with organizational mission

Qualifications:

Required:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• At least 12 years of progressive finance leadership experience in the nonprofit sector
• Deep understanding of nonprofit budgeting, compliance, and grant funding
• Experience working with federal and state regulatory requirements, audits, and multiple funding streams
• Familiarity with real estate development and accounting, especially related to affordable housing

Preferred:

• CPA designation
• Direct experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), or real estate funding structures
• Background in managing foundation assets and presenting to high-level funders or boards

Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional analytical, budgeting, and forecasting skills
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Effective communication skills across internal and external stakeholders