Director of Finance & Operations at Veteran Advocacy Project, Inc.
New York City, NY 10006
About the Job
Veteran Advocacy Project (“VAP”) is seeking a full-time Director of Finance & Operations.
This is a primarily remote position, but the individual must be able to travel to the office in New York City for any operational issues that arise.
About Us:
VAP provides free legal services to low-income veterans and their families, with a focus on those living with post-traumatic stress disorder, brain injury, and substance dependency. The VA's records indicate that an average of 17 veterans die by suicide each day; too many struggle with mental health conditions and the effects of trauma. Our services provide access to health care and benefits, open the door to education and employment, keep families in their homes, and empower veterans by removing barriers to recovery. We partner with VA Vet centers, community health clinics, and veterans' organizations to reach individuals where they are. While our attorneys tackle legal challenges, our advocates connect clients with resources.
About the Role:
This person will wear many hats and be instrumental in building out further infrastructure for the organization. The Director will work with the executive director, program directors, and VAP's external accounting team to oversee contracts, development, and operations. The work includes, but is not limited to: overseeing contracts, including reviewing invoices and creating fiscal reports; working on budgets and allocations; overseeing payroll; assisting with audit preparation; identifying new funding sources and assisting with RFPs; working with the board, including on the annual event; and managing various operational matters, such as IT, office use, supplies, etc.
Since this is a new position at a small organization, the ideal candidate is a self-starter who believes that no task is too small to take on themselves. The person in this job will have a strong influence in shaping both their role and how the organization grows.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage the organization's city, state, federal, and other contracts, including overseeing invoicing (done by accounting) and providing documentation to funding agencies (budgets, year-end financial reports, insurance certifications, etc.).
- Oversee budget allocations for contracts and grants and provide budget projections.
- Identify opportunities for new funding and assist with RFPs and applications.
- Assist the accounting team and executive director with audit preparation.
- Assist with fundraising efforts, events, donor relations, and other development projects.
- Ensure that all fiscal and operational tasks are scheduled and executed properly.
- Work with & assist the executive director with all fiscal and operational responsibilities.
- Complete administrative work related to fiscal and operational needs.
Job Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a position with similar financial or operational responsibilities.
- Strong work ethic, flexibility, and the ability to take initiative, organize, and prioritize effectively while managing multiple projects successfully.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits:
- 401K, health insurance (premium covered for employees), EAP, commuter benefits, dental and vision.
Salary:
- $100,000 - $125,000 (commensurate with experience)
VAP believes a diverse team is essential to our work. Candidates with military service, people with disabilities, women, people of color, and individuals from marginalized or underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Veteran Advocacy Project is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence status, or marital status.