As a core member of NPCA’s leadership team, the VP of Finance & Operations is a strategic powerhouse, shaping the organization’s financial future and driving operational excellence. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, this role leads a dynamic, high-impact team, fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and bold thinking.
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to embrace a modern, tech-first mindset. The VP of Finance & Operations champions fresh ideas and cutting-edge solutions while staying grounded with sharp instincts and sound judgment. This role is all about collaboration, using data and technology to create smarter strategies, redefine financial performance, and fuel NPCA’s growth.
This role is for a visionary leader who’s ready to transform how we work and drive the future forward.
Job Responsibilities
Modernize Financial Systems: Support and drive the adoption of advanced financial software and digital tools to streamline workflows, improve data accuracy, and support real-time financial reporting.
Strategic Collaboration: Partner with the VP of Technology to align finance and IT strategies, ensuring seamless technology integration that drives efficiency, enhances collaboration, and maximizes organizational impact.
Financial Process Innovation: Identify and implement cutting-edge financial technologies to elevate analysis, forecasting, and decision-making, enabling optimal organizational performance.
Data-Driven Leadership: Utilize advanced financial analytics and performance metrics to deliver actionable insights, empowering leadership with technology-powered decision-making tools.
Safeguard Organizational Assets: Champion financial integrity through strategic oversight of risk management, financial reporting, and robust internal controls to protect assets and enhance trust.
Drive Strategic Financial Planning: Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute an organization-wide financial strategy.
Serve as staff liaison to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee at the direction of the CEO.
Talent Strategy: Lead payroll and HR functions with an eye on organizational culture.
Lead finance and administrative operations with a strategic focus.
Collaborate with the entire HQ team to develop and refine metrics
Act as a strategic advisor to the President & CEO
Outcomes/Measures of Success Overall, success in this role will be a leader who can take NPCA to the next level by providing solutions strategic depth, in organizational growth, culture, and cross-functional leadership. Some examples are:
Vision for Future Growth
Role in Shaping Culture
Risk Management and Resilience
Data-Driven Insights
Leadership Beyond Finance
CPA Certification
Extensive Accounting Experience: Seven to ten years in accounting, ideally with experience in an association or not-for-profit setting.
Excellent Communication Abilities
Leadership and team management
Willingness to Travel: Must be available for occasional overnight travel within the U.S. and Canada.
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