Vice President, Finance & Accounting

PRINTING United Alliance , the largest national graphic arts trade association,represents an industry with approximately one million employees and serves the interests of thousands of member companies. Through advocacy, research, education, and networking, we provide products and services that help our members enhance their knowledge, growth, efficiency, and profitability.

The Alliance is a dynamic and diverse organization with a growing membership, expanding member service offerings, and a media organization with multiple brands producing print magazines, events, e-newsletters, websites, research, and video content.

Weoffer our employees the opportunity to work collaboratively with a highly engaged team in a dynamic and evolving industry.

The Vice President, Finance & Accounting is a senior leadership role responsible for the financial health, integrity, and sustainability of PRINTING United Alliance. This position oversees all financial functions, including accounting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, reporting, audit, and compliance.

The Vice President, Finance & Accounting serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the executive team, providing financial insights that support decision-making, drive operational performance, and ensure long-term organizational success. This role also plays a key part in supporting the Alliance’s mission by aligning financial strategy with member value, program growth, and industry impact.

This position is remote within the United States and requires a work schedule aligned with Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours.

• Partner with the Chief Administrative Officer and executive leadership to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide forward-looking financial analysis and insights to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Serve as a key advisor on financial implications of new initiatives, partnerships, and programs.

• Lead the annual budgeting process and multi-year financial planning.
• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts and scenario modeling.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to GAAP (or applicable standards).

• Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements (including nonprofit/association standards if applicable).
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring appropriate policies and controls are in place.

• Oversee cash flow management, investment strategies, and banking relationships.
• Ensure optimal liquidity to support operations and strategic initiatives.

• Partner with department leaders (events, membership, education, etc.) to support budgeting, pricing, and financial performance.
• Provide financial oversight of key revenue streams, including membership, events, sponsor ships, and education programs.
• Support operational efficiency initiatives through financial analysis and cost management.

• Lead financial systems strategy, including ERP/accounting platforms and reporting tools.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and…