VP, Finance and Accounting
| Req Number: | VECP3W |
| Location: | Waco TX |
| Posted: | 8/22/2025 |
| Category: | Government/Not-For-Profit : Not-For-Profit |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Compensation: | USD 115,000.00 Yearly |
Job Title: VP, Finance & Accounting
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Location: Waco, Texas
Compensation: $115,000 base
The Opportunity
Korn Ferry is partnering with our client on a search for a Vice President of Finance & Accounting for their executive leadership team. This will be a hands on leader, reporting into the CEO.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close; support organizational goals and long-term strategic initiatives.
- Prepare and present annual budgets, forecasts, and financial updates to leadership; provide detailed analysis of financial performance against budget and strategy.
- Lead the annual budget process and ensure effective use of budgets as a management tool.
- Produce accurate forecasts, variance analysis, and actionable insights for decision-making.
- Collaborate with department leaders to align financial resources with organizational priorities; assist in establishing yearly financial objectives and performance targets.
- Oversee long-term financial planning, cost management, and funding strategies in alignment with the organization’s strategic plan.
- Conduct regular audits of accounts and financial records.
- Establish, document, and oversee the implementation of accounting policies and internal controls.
- Manage banking relationships and recommend strategies to optimize cash flow and financial activities.
- Ensure timely preparation of accurate financial statements, reports, and dashboards for leadership and the Board.
- Maintain compliance with GAAP, IRS regulations, and government reporting requirements.
- Oversee financial performance across multiple locations, including sales, margins, inventory controls, and profitability.
- Partner with operational leaders to align financial practices with organizational goals and performance metrics.
- Manage restricted and unrestricted funds, grants, and government contracts, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
- Align financial reporting with program outcomes and organizational impact.
- Maintain strong internal controls across finance and operations to ensure accuracy, integrity, and fraud prevention.
- Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and tax preparers, ensuring timely completion of audits and filings.
- Continuously review and improve financial systems, policies, and procedures.
- Oversee accounting and management information systems.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of work.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required).
- CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred, especially with nonprofit or fund accounting experience.
Qualifications
- 7–10+ years progressive experience in accounting and finance (ideally within nonprofits or mission-driven organizations but open on industry experience.)
- Hands-on experience with fund accounting, restricted/unrestricted funds, and grant compliance. (Ideal, not required)
- Familiarity with nonprofit reporting standards (FASB, 990 filings, OMB Uniform Guidance for federal grants) (Ideal, not required)
- Prior leadership experience managing accounting/finance teams and collaborating with cross-functional staff.
- Experience preparing materials for Board Finance Committees or Audit Committees.
Title: VP, Finance & Accounting
Location: Waco TX
Job #: 510745239
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