Vice President of Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Vice President of Finance

Department: Finance

Reports to: President/CEO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Function: As a vital member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President of Finance provides strategic leadership and oversight of all financial operations for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County. This position ensures the organization’s financial health, sustainability, accountability, and compliance while supporting strategic decision-making, resource development, and long-term growth across the Club, Foundation, and affiliated entities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:

Strategic Leadership:

• Serves as a trusted advisor to the President/CEO and Board on financial strategy, risk management, and long-term sustainability
• Leads financial planning processes aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities
• Builds strong partnerships with Finance, Investment, and related Board Committees
• Promotes a culture of accountability and data-informed decision-making

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Oversees all accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and financial operations
• Ensures timely, accurate reporting across all entities
• Maintains and analyzes the general ledger
• Leads audit preparation and serves as liaison with external auditors
• Implements improvements to financial systems and controls

Budgeting and Resource Stewardship:

• Leads development of annual budgets
• Monitors financial performance and recommends corrective action
• Oversees management of assets and investments
• Ensures compliance with grants and contracts
• Supports fundraising and funding requests

Organizational Leadership and Collaboration:

• Partners with leadership to align financial strategy with operations
• Supports Club Directors with budgeting and financial management
• Provides financial training and guidance across teams

Board and External Relations:

• Prepares and presents financial reports to the Board
• Serves in an advisory role to Finance and Investment Committees
• Maintains relationships with auditors, funders, and partners

Additional Responsibilities:

Supervision: Leads, develops, and supports finance staff to ensure a high-performing, accurate, responsive, and accountable finance function.