Director, Budget Financial Planning

Interim Director, Budget & Financial Planning

Our client, a mission-driven organization, is seeking an Interim Director of Budget & Financial Planning to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning functions during a transition period.

This position is primarily onsite, and the engagement is expected to last 6 months.

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including coordinating inputs, consolidating results, and supporting executive review
• Manage ongoing budget monitoring, forecasting updates, and variance analysis throughout the fiscal cycle
• Provide strategic financial planning and decision support to executive leadership
• Develop and implement financial planning policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Oversee long‑range planning, financial modeling, and resource allocation strategies
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align budget priorities with organizational objectives
• Prepare financial models, analyses, and reporting packages to support key decisions
• Evaluate budget performance and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Coordinate closely with accounting and finance teams to ensure alignment between reporting and planning
• Support cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning activities
• Serve as a key liaison across departments to guide budget development and execution
• Respond to internal reporting needs and provide analysis for senior leadership and governing bodies
• Identify opportunities to enhance budgeting processes, systems, and reporting capabilities

• Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in budgeting, financial planning, or FP&A
• Experience working in complex or matrixed organizations
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and reporting capabilities
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to present complex financial data clearly
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience in mission‑driven, nonprofit, or similar environments preferred

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to:

• The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.