Vice President of Finance

Overview

The Vice President of Finance leads the organization’s financial strategy and operations, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and strong fiscal health. This role provides strategic guidance, oversees audits and financial policies, manages grants-related finances, and directs the finance team to support organizational goals.

Applicants must live in the following states to be considered: MN, WI, IL, MS, GA, VA, FL, CA, CO, ND or Dutchess County, NY

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Organizational Leadership

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team and Board of Directors to ensure long-term fiscal health and sustainability.

• Partner with leadership on financial goals, planning, and decision-making.

• Serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Finance/Audit Committee, preparing materials and presenting updates.

Financial Management, Operations & Compliance

• Oversee audits, compliance, and implementation of financial policies and internal controls.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and management of invested assets.

• Direct grants management, including accounting, billing, collections, and reporting, ensuring expenditures align with budgets and regulations.

• Supervise daily financial operations and maintain strong relationships with external finance vendors and auditors.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, train, and supervise the finance team, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide coaching and professional development to strengthen team capacity and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field (MBA preferred).

• 10+ years of leadership experience in a complex non-profit with diverse funding.

• Experience with government contracts, private foundation grants, and individual contributions.

• Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, non-profit fund accounting, auditing, and tax management.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Physical Requirements

Ampact is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations as possible to enable employees to perform the essential functions of their positions.

This position requires the ability to:

• Travel locally and statewide as needed to attend meetings

• Communicate effectively with people/groups in multiple settings within and outside the organization

• Effectively utilize existing and emerging technology to achieve required results

• Transporting of moderately heavy objects up to 25 pounds

EEOC

Ampact will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, familial status, military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.