This executive leadership role provides strategic oversight for the organization's financial operations, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. The Vice President of Finance leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, reporting, accounting oversight, cash management, contract and grant fiscal administration, audit preparation, internal control development and assessment, and financial policy development. The position partners with executive and operational leaders to translate financial information into practical recommendations, protect organizational assets, maintain compliance, and support the organization's mission and long-term sustainability.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support to the Chief Financial Officer, executive leadership, and organizational stakeholders
Lead long-range financial planning, financial modeling, scenario analysis, and the development of business plans that support organizational priorities and sustainability
Evaluate financial performance, emerging risks, funding changes, operational trends, and business opportunities; present clear recommendations and proposed corrective actions when appropriate
Align Finance Department goals, work plans, policies, and procedures with the organization's mission, strategic plan, contractual obligations, and operational needs
Support financial aspects of proposals, procurements, contract negotiations, program changes, and other strategic initiatives
Direct the annual operating and capital budget processes, including revenue planning, expense assumptions, executive review, and implementation
Maintain rolling forecasts; monitor actual performance against budget, direct trend analysis, and cash projection analysis
Prepare and communicate timely financial analyses
Monitor subcontracted organizations' financial results and oversee budget approval process
Develop financial projections and cost analyses to support staffing, program, service, technology, facilities, and other resource decisions
Collaborate with and provide oversight to the Controller to maintain accurate accounting records and timely financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable organizational, contractual, and regulatory requirements
Oversee financial reporting processes
Assess effectiveness of internal controls, segregation of duties, and financial operating procedures
Monitor liquidity and cash position, recommend cash management strategies, and support the protection and appropriate use of organizational assets, including cash, property, equipment, and financial information
Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, appropriately retained, and readily available for internal and external review
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Provide financial oversight for government-funded programs, grants, subcontracts, and other funding arrangements, including budget development, cost allocation, invoicing, reporting, reconciliation, and closeout activities
Monitor compliance with applicable funding requirements, contract provisions, federal and state regulations, organizational policies, and approved budgets
Coordinate financial support for audits, monitoring reviews, and other examinations, including preparation of schedules, reconciliation of requested information, communication with internal stakeholders, and follow-up on findings or corrective actions
Maintain awareness of changes in accounting standards, funding guidance, laws, regulations, and contractual expectations that may affect the organization's financial operations; recommend policy or process updates as needed
Lead, coach, and develop department leaders and staff; establish priorities, clarify responsibilities, monitor workload, and promote timely, accurate, and service-oriented performance
Maintain clear role alignment among finance functions and support effective delegation, cross-training, succession planning, and continuity of critical financial responsibilities
Partner with program, operations, human resources, information technology, contracts, quality, and other departments to strengthen financial understanding, accountability, and cross-functional decision-making
Develop and maintain finance policies, procedures, tools, calendars, and training that promote consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency
Communicate complex financial matters in a clear, objective, and actionable manner while maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity
Maintain a regular in-office presence to provide direct supervision, support staff performance and development, conduct meetings, address operational issues in real time, and ensure effective collaboration and continuity of business operations
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and agency goals, as needed and appropriate to the position
Requirements
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the job
Important Details
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; work hours may vary outside of these standard hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet operational demands
Travel: within and outside of Hillsborough County is required
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory oversight and responsibilities
Training
All employees are required to complete fifteen (15) hours of training annually, which may be completed online or in a classroom setting
Employees who hold a credential or license relevant to their position must ensure that all training and continuing education requirements are met to maintain their credential or licensure
About the Company
The Children’s Network of Hillsborough is committed to working with the community to protect children and preserve families.
