Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford
The Vice President of Finance is a strategic leader, responsible for overseeing all financial functions of the organization, including: accounting, payroll, financial operations, internal controls, policies & procedures, insurance coverage, and contract review. The VP of Finance collaborates closely with executive leadership, including the VP of Development and the Board Finance Committee, to ensure the financial sustainability and integrity of the organization, enabling the delivery of its mission.
Key Job Responsibilities
Leadership
Establish, communicate, implement, and enforce policies and procedures for all financial management functions, ensuring appropriate internal controls and compliance with generally accepted accounting practices and regulatory standards. Lead organizational commitment to ethical financial practices and integrity, internal controls and risk assessment, monitoring and remediation. Participate in key decisions pertaining to strategic initiatives, operating model, and operational execution. Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Board Finance Committee, supporting governance and oversight functions. Mentor and develop finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This includes managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and the building of an effective team dynamic. Financial Planning & Reporting
Develop and oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, providing actionable insights to the CEO and leadership team. Prepare monthly profit and loss and cash flow forecasts; analyze results and recommend strategies to optimize financial performance. Lead the evaluation and implementation of financial systems, as applicable, including accounting software upgrades or replacements. Coordinate with the auditors in the timely completion of the annual audits and financial reviews, ensuring timely and compliant filings of tax returns and 990s. Assist in establishing yearly objectives and meeting agendas, and selecting and engaging outside consultants/services (auditors, investment advisors). Remain up to date on nonprofit accounting and audit best practices and state and federal law regarding nonprofit operations. Compliance & Risk Management
Manage internal controls, risk assessment, monitoring, and remediation processes. Oversee insurance programs, including liability coverage. Manage financial support received and resources, including investments and support of grant budgets in partnership with the Director of Grants. Partner with leadership on real estate and contractual matters impacting finances. Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as nonprofit accounting standards and grant requirements, including financial recordkeeping requirements. Resource & Investment Management
Oversee all organizational assets, including property, endowments, and liquid investments, ensuring prudent management aligned with organizational goals. Collaborate with grant teams to prepare and monitor grant budgets, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and accurate reporting. Manage relationships with financial partners such as banks, lenders, donors, and auditors. Lead cash flow planning to maintain sufficient liquidity for operations, including investment and asset management. Develop and maintain long-term financial plans and capital budgets supporting strategic growth initiatives. Develop and execute analysis of various business initiatives (e.g., opening new Clubs, asset acquisition, new service launches). Manage the company’s real estate affairs together with the CEO and VP of Facilities & Safety. Strategic Partnership
Serve as a trusted business partner to the CEO and senior leadership, providing financial intelligence and strategic recommendations. Contribute to organization-wide strategic planning and decision-making processes. EOE Statement
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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Leadership
Establish, communicate, implement, and enforce policies and procedures for all financial management functions, ensuring appropriate internal controls and compliance with generally accepted accounting practices and regulatory standards. Lead organizational commitment to ethical financial practices and integrity, internal controls and risk assessment, monitoring and remediation. Participate in key decisions pertaining to strategic initiatives, operating model, and operational execution. Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Board Finance Committee, supporting governance and oversight functions. Mentor and develop finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This includes managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and the building of an effective team dynamic. Financial Planning & Reporting
Develop and oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, providing actionable insights to the CEO and leadership team. Prepare monthly profit and loss and cash flow forecasts; analyze results and recommend strategies to optimize financial performance. Lead the evaluation and implementation of financial systems, as applicable, including accounting software upgrades or replacements. Coordinate with the auditors in the timely completion of the annual audits and financial reviews, ensuring timely and compliant filings of tax returns and 990s. Assist in establishing yearly objectives and meeting agendas, and selecting and engaging outside consultants/services (auditors, investment advisors). Remain up to date on nonprofit accounting and audit best practices and state and federal law regarding nonprofit operations. Compliance & Risk Management
Manage internal controls, risk assessment, monitoring, and remediation processes. Oversee insurance programs, including liability coverage. Manage financial support received and resources, including investments and support of grant budgets in partnership with the Director of Grants. Partner with leadership on real estate and contractual matters impacting finances. Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as nonprofit accounting standards and grant requirements, including financial recordkeeping requirements. Resource & Investment Management
Oversee all organizational assets, including property, endowments, and liquid investments, ensuring prudent management aligned with organizational goals. Collaborate with grant teams to prepare and monitor grant budgets, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and accurate reporting. Manage relationships with financial partners such as banks, lenders, donors, and auditors. Lead cash flow planning to maintain sufficient liquidity for operations, including investment and asset management. Develop and maintain long-term financial plans and capital budgets supporting strategic growth initiatives. Develop and execute analysis of various business initiatives (e.g., opening new Clubs, asset acquisition, new service launches). Manage the company’s real estate affairs together with the CEO and VP of Facilities & Safety. Strategic Partnership
Serve as a trusted business partner to the CEO and senior leadership, providing financial intelligence and strategic recommendations. Contribute to organization-wide strategic planning and decision-making processes. EOE Statement
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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