Strategic Finance and Operations Leader

3 hours ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Chicago Lawyers'​ Committee for Civil Rights Full time

Job Summary

The Vice President of Finance and Operations is a key leadership position at Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights. This role plays a crucial part in the organization's strategic management, serving on the Senior Leadership Team and contributing to the creation of a sustainable business model aligned with the mission and strategic plan.

The Vice President works closely with the Executive Director and other senior leaders to set and drive financial and operational goals for the organization. This includes advising on all fiscal matters, leading the budgeting process, and providing senior leaders with sound financial guidance to inform key strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team to set financial strategy and achieve organizational objectives.
  • Work with the Vice President of Advancement to align fundraising strategies with organizational needs and capture new revenue opportunities.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Executive Director and Board, particularly to the Finance and Investment Committees.
  • Anticipate and address opportunities and challenges related to financial matters.

Financial Planning and Management

  • Lead the annual budgeting process, create mission-driven budgets, and monitor progress and changes.
  • Manage all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash management.
  • Prepare financial statements and reports for the organization, the Board, and funders.
  • Assess and report performance against strategic metrics, financial targets, and grant requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory reporting requirements, including audits and 990 filings.
  • Oversee risk management, internal controls, and relationships with banks and investment firms.

Human Resources

  • Lead and optimize HR operations, including personnel policies, recruiting and retention, training and development, compensation and benefits, performance management, and compliance processes.
  • Work with the Senior Leadership Team to align HR strategies and processes with the organization's mission and values of equity and inclusion.
  • Maintain a competitive and equitable compensation and benefits program that attracts and retains employees.
  • Employ best practice talent development and management processes to foster a culture of performance excellence and accountability.

Operations

  • Optimize technology to streamline workflows and enable effective collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the organization.
  • Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative operations and processes. Work with staff to proactively identify and implement improvements to better support organizational needs.
  • Manage relationships with vendors to improve service and minimize costs.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Leadership style that is strategic and collaborative
  • Proven ability to be both detail oriented and big picture
  • Demonstrated success in overseeing different business functions such as Finance, HR, IT, Operations
  • Skilled at presenting financial information in a clear fashion to audiences with varying levels of financial expertise
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects
  • Excellent people skills, especially the ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. CPA, MBA or advanced degree is preferred
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience that includes a senior leadership role, preferably in a nonprofit
  • Experience with establishing and managing inclusive policies and processes
  • Hands-on experience with Quickbooks is a plus

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $125,000-$140,000 depending on experience. Generous benefits package includes PTO and paid leave; health, dental, and vision plans; employer-provided life and disability insurance; participation in a retirement savings plan; and 1-month sabbatical after 6 years of full-time employment. Please note that we offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, with a requirement of one day per week in the office on a designated anchor day along with the option to work up to 4 days remotely.

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