VP of Finance and Administration

Our client, a rapidly growing and highly dynamic trade association focused on clean energy is seeking a VP of Finance and Administration, for the overall management and integrity of the Association's finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury and employee benefit functions. Reporting to the CEO and partnering with the Chief of Staff, the VP of Finance and Administration will set the Association's financial policy, support the organization’s overall growth strategy, administer employee benefits and supervise the Accounting Manager position.

This position offers a flexible schedule, working in office Tuesday-Thursday in downtown DC with an expected schedule of 40 hours per week, depending on priorities and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the monthly accounting close process with support from the Accounting Manager, including developing and enforcing standard procedures and reporting deadlines.
• Develop and maintain accounting systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll and commissions' processing, compliance with tax laws and regulations, and coordinate with HR in adherence to company policies.
• Ensure that the association maintains financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and monitor the use of all funds.
• Oversee the work of the Accounting Manager in building and implementing budgets, monitoring progress and presenting opportunities and risks to Senior Management and the CEO.
• Coordinate all audit activities and preparation of Form 990.
• Partner with the CEO and Senior Vice President of Membership to execute the financial plan and growth strategy, make recommendations on financial analyses and identify any issues with revenue, expense, or cash flow.
• Manage and administer employee benefit programs in partnership with the Chief of Staff.
• Prepare and communicate annual budget, annual audit review, quarterly and year-end financial statements to the Board of Directors.
• Engage Board Treasurer around operational delivery of Association goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Accounting Certification required.
• Ten plus years of experience in accounting and FP&A
• 3-5 years of previous supervisory experience.
• Maintain a current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Ability to meet deadlines issued by various constituencies.
• Ability to present complex financial situations to all levels of employees and the Board of Directors.
• Five plus years of experience with a trade association or other non-profit, membership-based organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and expense management software (SAP Concur preferred).
• Experience and understanding of most forward platforms and technology tools used in accounting.
• Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information and share with only those that are required.
• Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting.
• Industrious and self-motivated with the ability to work well independently as well as with all levels of professionals in pursuit of a final goal.
• Display mature demeanor, common sense, and good judgment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with strict deadlines and minimal supervision.
• Display ethical bearing and decision making at all times, demonstrating the values of the association.
• Personifies an executive presence and the ability to inspire confidence at all levels of the organization and with all constituencies.
• Demonstrate an advanced overall business understanding.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: ability to negotiate, build relationships, influence others and work cooperatively with internal and external groups.
• A willingness and ability to embrace change, adapt strategies as needed, and be flexible focusing on action and outcomes.
• Ability to be innovative and solutions-based.
• Ability to elicit cooperation and collaboration from a wide variety of sources.

Compensation depends on experience and qualifications, ranging from $175-250K total cash compensation plus benefits, which include health insurance.