Vice President, Finance

junior achievement usa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Junior Achievement Of Tampa Bay seeks a strategic Vice President of Finance to lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for a mission-driven nonprofit. This senior role partners with the President, Board, and department leaders to ensure long-term sustainability and responsible stewardship of resources.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on financial leadership, GAAP expertise, and strong analytical ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations for growth and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead finance teams in a nonprofit setting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit reporting standards.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership.
• Experience with grant accounting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the mission and long-term sustainability.
• Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting processes with executive leadership.
• Oversee preparation of timely, GAAP-compliant financial statements and reports.
• Ensure grant compliance, risk management, and strong internal controls.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP expertise

Analytical storytelling

Education

Master's in Finance or Accounting

Job description

About Junior Achievement Of Tampa Bay

Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay believes every student deserves an opportunity-filled future - one shaped by choices, not chance. Through experiential learning in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship, JA helps young people become confident, capable, competent, and connected to economic opportunity.

Working alongside schools, businesses, volunteers, and community partners, JA equips students with the transferable skills, real-world experiences, and relationships they need to pursue continuing education and training, navigate an evolving workforce, and achieve economic mobility. By connecting classroom learning to high-growth, high-demand career pathways, JA prepares young people to build financially secure futures and confidently navigate what comes next. Learn more at our website: www.jatampabay.org.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Finance provides strategic financial leadership and oversight to ensure the organization's financial sustainability, accountability, and long-term growth. This position is responsible for financial planning, budgeting, accounting, cash management, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, grant compliance, and risk management.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Vice President of Finance partners with the President, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and department leaders to support informed decision-making, responsible stewardship of resources, and alignment of financial strategies with the organization's mission and strategic priorities.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands‑on financial leader with strong nonprofit accounting experience, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations.

Essential Functions

Financial Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the organization's mission, strategic plan, and long-term sustainability.


• Serve as a financial advisor to the President and executive leadership team.


• Evaluate financial performance, identify trends and risks, and recommend strategies to strengthen financial health.


• Develop financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and long-range financial plans.


• Evaluate the financial implications of new programs, facilities, partnerships, grants, and organizational initiatives.


• Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, and best practices consistent with nonprofit accounting standards.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Lead the annual operating and capital budgeting process in collaboration with the President and department leaders.


• Prepare and present the annual organizational budget for executive and Board approval.


• Monitor actual financial performance against budget and provide timely variance analyses and corrective recommendations.


• Develop and maintain multi‑year financial projections and scenario analyses.


• Establish appropriate budget controls and monitor departmental spending.


• Support program and facilities expansion through financial modeling, cost analysis, and resource allocation planning.

Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Oversee the organization's accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, cash management, and account reconciliations.


• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Oversee the preparation of the statement of financial position, statement of activities, statement of cash flows, and supporting schedules.


• Maintain accurate accounting for restricted and unrestricted contributions, grants, pledges, and other revenue sources.


• Oversee revenue recognition, expense allocations, prepaid expenses,