CommonSpirit Health
Sr Director Finance Operations Philanthropy
CommonSpirit Health, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Sr Director Finance Operations Philanthropy
Join CommonSpirit Health as the senior finance leader responsible for guiding the Barrow Neurological Foundation’s long‑term sustainability and growth.
Full‑time position.
Job Summary Reporting to the Foundation President, you will partner with the Board of Trustees, Women’s Board, Barrow Neurological Institute leadership, and key external constituents to ensure strong financial planning, oversight, and decision‑making across all philanthropic activities.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the President, Board of Trustees, and BNI leadership on strategic financial planning, decision support, and long‑range sustainability.
Lead development of annual operating budgets, forecasts, and long‑term financial plans; oversee FTE planning and quarterly reporting to the Finance and Investment Committee, Executive Committee, and the Board.
Provide comprehensive oversight of accounting, tax matters, and financial reporting, including monthly financials, balance sheets, statements of activities, pledge summaries, tax returns, and endowment reporting for the Foundation.
Oversee all financial aspects of NeuroTrials, including funding, reporting, pledge and construction tracking, and preparation of board materials.
Support the NeuroTrials Board with monthly meetings, board packets, financial statements, and minutes; ensure timely reporting and distribution of materials.
Ensure strong financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance across foundations; coordinate annual audit processes and completion of the IRS Form 990 with outside auditors.
Provide financial support for the Finance & Investment Committee, including quarterly performance updates, materials, financial statements, and meeting minutes.
Manage the Grants Committee work plan, grant cycle processes, speaker series, and timely reporting to donors, funders, and CommonSpirit Philanthropy.
Collaborate with the Foundation’s outside investment firm to review portfolio performance, ensure alignment with investment strategy, execute portfolio transactions, and support Board oversight.
Partner with the Women’s Board to monitor and manage their financial performance, budgeting, reporting, cash planning, and strategic resource allocation.
Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions to improve results.
Drive efficiency and cost savings through system contracting, RFPs, and alignment with CommonSpirit policies.
Direct special projects related to strategic growth, resource allocation, and financial performance improvement.
Education & Experience
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 7 years of total experience in philanthropy accounting/finance.
Minimum 5 years in a senior management role.
Demonstrated success in major strategic and operational initiatives.
Experience facilitating organizational change and development within a growing organization.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA
CFO experience
Investment experience
Knowledge of nonprofit and public charity rules and regulations
Proficiency in Google Workspace
General ledger accounting systems
CRM and Lawson experience
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (no premium option)
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) matching retirement program
Fully funded pension plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health benefit
Employee life insurance
Annual incentive pay based on company performance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Pay Range $57.37 – $85.33 per hour
Location Phoenix, AZ (St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Barrow Neurological Institute)
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Full‑time position.
Job Summary Reporting to the Foundation President, you will partner with the Board of Trustees, Women’s Board, Barrow Neurological Institute leadership, and key external constituents to ensure strong financial planning, oversight, and decision‑making across all philanthropic activities.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the President, Board of Trustees, and BNI leadership on strategic financial planning, decision support, and long‑range sustainability.
Lead development of annual operating budgets, forecasts, and long‑term financial plans; oversee FTE planning and quarterly reporting to the Finance and Investment Committee, Executive Committee, and the Board.
Provide comprehensive oversight of accounting, tax matters, and financial reporting, including monthly financials, balance sheets, statements of activities, pledge summaries, tax returns, and endowment reporting for the Foundation.
Oversee all financial aspects of NeuroTrials, including funding, reporting, pledge and construction tracking, and preparation of board materials.
Support the NeuroTrials Board with monthly meetings, board packets, financial statements, and minutes; ensure timely reporting and distribution of materials.
Ensure strong financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance across foundations; coordinate annual audit processes and completion of the IRS Form 990 with outside auditors.
Provide financial support for the Finance & Investment Committee, including quarterly performance updates, materials, financial statements, and meeting minutes.
Manage the Grants Committee work plan, grant cycle processes, speaker series, and timely reporting to donors, funders, and CommonSpirit Philanthropy.
Collaborate with the Foundation’s outside investment firm to review portfolio performance, ensure alignment with investment strategy, execute portfolio transactions, and support Board oversight.
Partner with the Women’s Board to monitor and manage their financial performance, budgeting, reporting, cash planning, and strategic resource allocation.
Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions to improve results.
Drive efficiency and cost savings through system contracting, RFPs, and alignment with CommonSpirit policies.
Direct special projects related to strategic growth, resource allocation, and financial performance improvement.
Education & Experience
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 7 years of total experience in philanthropy accounting/finance.
Minimum 5 years in a senior management role.
Demonstrated success in major strategic and operational initiatives.
Experience facilitating organizational change and development within a growing organization.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA
CFO experience
Investment experience
Knowledge of nonprofit and public charity rules and regulations
Proficiency in Google Workspace
General ledger accounting systems
CRM and Lawson experience
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (no premium option)
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) matching retirement program
Fully funded pension plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health benefit
Employee life insurance
Annual incentive pay based on company performance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Pay Range $57.37 – $85.33 per hour
Location Phoenix, AZ (St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Barrow Neurological Institute)
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