VP of Finance and Administration

Andrews & Cole has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of our client, a rapidly growing and highly dynamic trade association focused on clean energy.

The VP of Finance and Administration is responsible for the overall management and integrity of the Association's finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury and employee benefit functions. Reporting to the CEO and partnering with the Chief of Staff, the VP of Finance and Administration will set the Association's financial policy, support the organization’s overall growth strategy, and administer employee benefits. This position is responsible for supervising the Accounting Manager position.

This position offers a flexible schedule, working in office Tuesday-Thursday in downtown DC with an expected schedule of 40 hours per week, depending on priorities and deadlines.

• Manage the monthly accounting close process with support from the Accounting Manager, including developing and enforcing standard procedures and reporting deadlines.
• Develop and maintain accounting systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll and commissions processing, compliance with tax laws and regulations, and coordination with HR in adherence to company policies.
• Ensure that the association maintains financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and monitor the use of all funds.
• Oversee the work of the Accounting Manager in building and implementing budgets, monitoring progress and presenting opportunities and risks to Senior Management and CEO.
• Coordinate all audit activities and preparation of Form 990.
• Partner with CEO and Senior Vice President of Membership on execution of financial plan and growth strategy, making recommendations on financial analysis and identifying any issues with revenue, expense, or cash flow.
• Manage and administer employee benefit programs in partnership with the Chief of Staff.
• Prepare and communicate annual budget, annual audit review, quarterly and year-end financial statements to Board of Directors.
• Engage Board Treasurer around operational delivery of Association goals.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Accounting Certification required.
• Ten or more years' experience in accounting and FP&A
• 3-5 years of previous supervisory experience.
• Maintain a current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Ability to meet deadlines issued by various constituencies.
• Ability to present complex financial situations to all levels of employees and the Board of Directors.
• Five or more years' experience with a trade association or another non-profit, membership-based organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office:
  Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
• Proficiency in Quickbooks and expense management software (SAP Concur preferred).
• Experience and understanding of most forward platforms and technology tools used in accounting.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information and share with only those that are required.
• High attention to detail.
• Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting.
• Industrious and self‑motivated with the ability to work well independently as well as with all levels of professionals in pursuit of a final goal.
• Display mature demeanor, common sense, and good judgment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with strict deadlines and minimal supervision.
• Display ethical bearing and decision making at all times, demonstrating the values of the association.
• Personifies an executive presence and the ability to inspire confidence at all levels of the organization and with all constituencies.
• Demonstrate an advanced overall business understanding.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: ability to negotiate, build relationships, influence others and work cooperatively with internal and external groups.
• A willingness to embrace change and adapt strategies as needed.
• Ability to accept change and be flexible, focusing on action and outcomes.
• Ability to be innovative and solutions based.
• Ability to elicit cooperation and collaboration from a wide variety of sources.

Benefits include health insurance. Compensation depends on experience and qualifications, ranging from $175-250K total cash compensation plus benefits.