Senior Executive of Finance and Operations

Senior Executive of Finance and Operations

Location:

Hybrid (Elkhart, Indiana preferred; Newton, Kansas may be considered)

Schedule:

Full-time preferred (Applicants seeking a reduced schedule of at least 30 hours per week are encouraged to apply.)

Reports to:

Executive Director Lead with Purpose Mennonite Mission Network is seeking a collaborative, strategic leader to serve as our next Senior Executive of Finance and Operations. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you'll help shape the future of our organization by providing executive oversight of finance, operations, technology, human resources, compliance, and organizational strategy.

This is an opportunity to combine sound financial stewardship with meaningful mission impact, ensuring our domestic and international ministries have the resources, systems, and operational support they need to thrive.

What You'll Do Executive Leadership Partner with the Executive Director to develop and implement organizational strategy.

Serve as a trusted advisor on financial, operational, and organizational matters.

Present financial and operational reports to the Board of Directors.

Provide leadership during organizational change and crisis response.

Financial Stewardship Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.

Oversee financial reporting, internal controls, audits, investments, and organizational assets.

Monitor financial performance and recommend strategic adjustments.

Manage relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and investment partners.

Risk & Compliance Provide executive oversight of legal, tax, employment, HIPAA, benefits, and regulatory compliance.

Assess operational, financial, and reputational risks across domestic and international operations.

Develop strategies that strengthen compliance while reducing organizational risk.

Operational Excellence Provide executive oversight of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

Improve organizational systems, processes, and operational effectiveness.

Evaluate new technologies and operational tools that improve efficiency.

Partner with ministry leaders to ensure operations effectively support mission work.

Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop the Directors of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Support recruiting, succession planning, and employee engagement.

Guide performance management and employment decisions in partnership with Human Resources.

What You'll Bring We're looking for a servant leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree

Experienced CPA (active or inactive license accepted)
Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance or accounting

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams

Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, audit, and internal control experience

Preferred Qualifications Master's degree

Nonprofit leadership experience

Experience working across cultures or in international settings

You'll Be Successful If You...Lead with humility, integrity, and accountability.

Build strong relationships across departments and with external partners.

Communicate complex financial and operational information clearly.

Balance mission, people, compliance, and financial stewardship.

Thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments.

Why Join Mennonite Mission Network?

At Mennonite Mission Network, your work supports a global mission of sharing God's love and reconciliation. As a member of our executive leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to shape organizational strategy while strengthening the systems that support ministry around the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Salary commensurate with experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

Paid time off and 15 holidays

Hybrid work environment

Professional development opportunities

Organizational Fit We are seeking a leader who:

Demonstrates a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.

Embraces the mission, vision, and values of Mennonite Mission Network.

Leads with humility, collaboration, and servant leadership.

Supports our commitment to anti-racism, reconciliation, and intercultural engagement.

Travel Travel several times each year for board meetings, organizational gatherings, ministry visits, and conferences. Travel may be domestic or international.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a strategic financial leader who is passionate about combining operational excellence with meaningful ministry, we'd love to hear from you.
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