Overview:
The United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) seeks a seasoned Vice President of Finance & Accounting to lead the organization’s financial strategy and operations. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to shape a new financial structure designed to increase the mission effectiveness and enhance the fiscal health of an influential nonprofit organization focused on breaking the cycle of poverty. The Vice President of Finance & Accounting will drive financial stewardship, strategy, and compliance, working closely with executive leadership to ensure that an ever-increasing proportion of its resources are directed to community-based partners and community-driven initiatives designed to achieve its mission to end poverty in the region.
About the Company:
The United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey is a mission-driven organization focused on eradicating poverty and expanding opportunity for individuals and families in the region. By convening leaders, inspiring philanthropic investments, and strengthening nonprofit capacity, UWGPSNJ deploys innovative strategies to help families achieve economic security. Through evidence-based programs and partnerships, the organization works to reduce economic insecurity and invest in long-term solutions for the community. United Way is embarking on a transformational effort to reshape its organizational structure to maximize the philanthropic resources that flow directly to community-based organizations in the region, with the explicit goal of supporting partnership-based initiatives that support its mission to end poverty in the Philadelphia region.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate for the Vice President of Finance & Accounting role will be an accomplished financial leader with deep experience in nonprofit financial management. They will bring a track record of aligning financial practices with organizational goals and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This person will have experience leading financial strategy, reporting, and day-to-day operations in a mission-driven organization. They must be skilled in collaborating with leadership and board members, offering financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Experience with nonprofit regulations and reporting, including Form 990, is critical, as is expertise in budget forecasting and investment management.
Professional Characteristics:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong background in nonprofit financial management, including experience with Form 990 and other regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience in strategic financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Expertise in financial reporting, investment management, and compliance.
- Exceptional financial analysis skills with the ability to provide actionable insights.
- Strong leadership and management experience with the ability to develop high-performing finance teams.
- Excellent communication skills for presenting financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in financial management software, including advanced Excel skills and scenario analysis tools.
- Demonstrated ethical integrity in financial practices and decision-making.