Vice President of Finance

The Vice President of Finance will serve as a strategic leader and trusted advisor, guiding the financial direction of a growing, mission-driven education nonprofit. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this hands-on role combines executive-level financial strategy with oversight of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial operations. You will partner with senior leaders and department heads to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, strengthen organizational decision-making, and support sustainable growth. Leading and developing a high-performing finance team will be central to the role, alongside building scalable systems and processes. The position offers an opportunity to influence organizational strategy while supporting innovation in education and advancing a commitment to racial equity.

• Bachelor's degree required; an MBA or master's degree in finance or a related discipline is preferred. CPA certification is a plus.

• At least 12 years of management experience, including five or more years in a senior finance leadership position.

• Required experience working in nonprofit organizations; experience in education or familiarity with school systems is an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting systems, fund accounting, government funding compliance, and grant-related financial management.

• Demonstrated experience building, improving, and scaling financial systems, processes, and teams within a nonprofit environment.

• Exceptional financial analysis, business judgment, forecasting, budgeting, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to translate complex financial information into clear reports, meaningful narratives, and actionable recommendations for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial controls, audit processes, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to work effectively with senior leaders, board members, colleagues, and external partners.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• A hands-on, solutions-oriented leadership style, with sound judgment, adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to make and communicate difficult recommendations.

• Commitment to inclusive leadership, transparency, collaboration, racial equity, and the role of education in creating positive social impact.