About this opportunity
United Way Worldwide lists this Vice President of Finance & Operations opportunity in tallahassee, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
UWBB is seeking a seasoned and results-driven Vice President of Finance & Operations to lead and oversee all organization finance and accounting functions, information technology, and facility management. The VPFO ensures fiscal integrity and provides sound financial management, reporting, planning, and analysis.Reporting to the President & CEO, the VPFO supervises a team of two, is responsible for monitoring and meeting departmental goals, and works collaboratively across the organization.
UWBB serves an eight-county footprint in the Big Bend area with the mission to raise awareness, mobilize resources and find collaborative, targeted solutions for our community’s most vital concerns. We lead the communities we serve by engaging and connecting with others who share our commitment to help our neighbors, friends and colleagues who are living in poverty and/or struggling to make ends meet.
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week Location: Tallahassee, FL
Essential Duties/Key Areas of Responsibility
Finance
Lead process for development and management of annual operating budget
Maintain general ledger and oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
Prepare and present financial statements/reports for Finance Committee and Board of Directors
Direct workflow and communication with external auditors for Annual Audited Financial Statements and Form 990 preparation and submission
Actively manage cash flow and cash/investment accounts to support short- and long-term financial planning
Manage reconciliation processes - bank and investment accounts, campaign accounting, designations and allocations
Prepare and ensure timely completion of grant-related accounting and reimbursement reports
Manage monthly and annual fiscal year-end closing processes
Work with department and program leaders to ensure budgetary compliance and accuracy
Oversee pledge billings and IRS reporting requirements to donors
Oversee annual pledge processing functions and entry of donor designations
Oversee financial responsibilities of UWBB special events
Serve as trusted advisor to President & CEO on strategic financial decisions
Monitor and update finance policies, procedures and internal controls as needed and ensure regulatory compliance
Supervise personnel in the Finance & Operations Department
Operations
Oversee physical maintenance of property
Manage vendor contracts
Work with contracted service provider in management of information technology, computer system security and monitor changing requirements
Review and maintain adequate levels of insurance coverage
Serve as landlord contact for lessees
Cross Functional Work and Other Duties
Jointly review the preparation/processing of payroll and SEP payments & ensure maintenance of all relative records for audit inspection
Manage reconciliation of employee time studies to applicable cost centers
Manage relationships with external vendors such as banks, auditors, brokers, etc.
Maintain confidentiality when dealing with all financial, donor and proprietary information
Represent UWBB in a positive manner at all times, including working with staff, volunteers, and program partners
Perform other duties as assigned by President & CEO
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field required; CPA preferred
Five to seven years of senior level financial management experience
Leadership in executive team role and supervisory experience preferred
Familiarity in grant management and reporting a plus
Experience in non-profit sector a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of relevant tax compliance issues related to tax-exempt organizations
Experience with budget preparation, forecasting and risk management methods
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, QuickBooks Online; general database knowledge
Strong strategic planning, financial management and analytical skills
Knowledge of insurance and investment vehicles
Excellent leadership, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work within a team-based environment and successfully manage direct reports
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks within tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
Display organizational values of Leadership, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, Focus and Respect in everyday tasks
Work Environment:
Workplace culture that is family-oriented and supports teamwork and collaboration
Professional office setting
Physical demands: Extended periods of stationary work, bending, occasional lifting, regularly moving throughout the building between floors
Occasional travel within UWBB’s eight-county footprint
Some early morning, evening and weekend hours during peak times
Access to reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license required
Excellent Benefits: Health, life, and LTD Insurance, retirement plan, PTO, holiday time, half-day Fridays and one remote workday per week.
Application Deadline: Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to by October 16, 2026.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Drug Free
The above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
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Worksite address
tallahassee, FL, 32318, US
Who can apply
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