Director of Finance and Business Operations

This role is a senior-level position within the WVS Leadership Team which oversees the accounting, finances and facilities including technology and real estate. The ideal hire is someone who is an active partner to the Executive Director, bringing a forward-looking and proactive stance to managing the Agency’s finances, while being proficient in the areas of Technology and Facilities.

The position also includes oversight of the organization’s investment strategy and financial oversight responsibilities for Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, an additional income-generating business with sites in the Marysville area. Additional operations of Auntie Anne’s is performed through a third-party management company.

• Strategic Role: Works closely with the Executive Director and leadership team to advance the organization’s mission and support strategic goals.
• Finance & Accounting Oversight:
• Directs fiscal policies, prepares the annual budget, generates financial reports, and forecasts.
• Oversees general accounting, auditing, grant compliance, purchasing, and budgetary controls.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepares and presents financial reports to the Board and Audit/Finance Committee.
• Manages accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Provides strategic financial analysis and recommendations to the Executive Director, Senior Management, and Board.
• Fund Development:
• Directs fund development, including fundraising and securing grants to strengthen the organization’s financial position.
• Recommends investments to the Finance Committee/Board.
• Operational Management:
• Oversees Facilities, IT, and Administrative Operations.
• Manages property and facilities, including leased and owned properties, to optimize usage and meet staff needs.
• Directs outsourced IT support for maintenance and repairs.
• Staff Management:
• Manages staffing, scheduling, and recommends personnel actions.
• Supports the training and development of subordinate employees.
• Policy and Procedure Development:
• Updates and maintains the agency’s Fiscal Administration Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Ensures accurate accounting classifications and adheres to legal requirements.
• Board Support:
• Provides support for the Board’s Audit/Finance Committee.
• Keeps the committee informed about major financial and control issues.
• Leadership:
• Embraces and promotes the organization’s culture and core values.
• Exhibits strong leadership and collaboration as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Builds positive, successful relationships with Board members and committees.

• Active CPA preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Bachelor’s Degree in finance or accounting required.
• Experience with diverse grant fund accounting required.
• 3 – 5 years of proven success in leadership and management required.
• Experience with organizational budgets and forecasting required.
• Experience in working with auditors required.
• Experience with fund development required.
• Systems acumen with accounting systems software, including Quickbooks.
• Senior leadership of Finance experience in the non-profit sector strongly preferred.
• Must pass new hire and periodic background checks as well an initial background check legally consistent with due diligence for a senior financial control position.

Communications:

• Demonstrates exceptional written, presentation, and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal communications skills: Builds trust, is influential, and skilled in relationships with diverse stakeholders and team members at all levels. Leverages relationships to accelerate delivery and facilitate connection with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates successful leadership of staff, including development skills to enhance staff productivity and engagement.
• Proactive systems thinker who manages a high degree of complexity and distills information. Is able to think strategically and can effectively develop key processes to deliver and distribute information across multiple channels and mediums.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work at computer or desk area for extended periods of time.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds, crouching and reaching.
• Occasionally drive to WVS offices: Seattle, Burlington, and Bellingham