Senior Director of Finance - America Votes

Organization Overview

America Votes works with over 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American's right to vote.

Since 2003, America Votes has been the common link between many of the largest and most influential issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, they have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters to turn out on Election Day.

America Votes works year-round nationally and in more than 20 states, acting as permanent campaign infrastructure to continually advance progressive causes and win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.

America Votes also works to improve election systems and fight back against efforts to suppress voters, taking the lead throughout their state network to coordinate and execute advocacy campaigns with allies to reform elections and modernize the voting process.

Racial Equity Statement

As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, beginning with the foundational right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work. America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.

Position Description

America Votes is seeking a Senior Director of Finance to oversee the organization's financial operations, ensure compliance with financial and accounting policies, and perform daily financial processes.

The Senior Director will thrive in a dynamic environment, understanding the pace and flow of an electoral organization's financial needs and be adept at collaborating with staff across the organization.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Senior Director will be a trusted partner for leadership with a thorough understanding and adherence to professional and financial ethics. The Senior Director will be responsible for accounts payable, spending projections, and audit and tax preparation.

The ideal candidate is a team player who enjoys quickly assessing needs and solving problems and brings a keen eye for detail and experience with 501(c)(4) and 527 accounting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and committed financial professional to join one of the country's most impactful electoral organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems and maintain internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and expenditures.
• Develop, track, and analyze spending projections in an accurate and timely manner to support senior leaders' decision-making.
• Maintain accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other balance sheet accounts.

• Lead the process for continuous improvement of accounting practices and procedures, including implementation and operation of new software and tools.
• Oversee and perform day-to-day financial and accounting operations and general business operations, including reviewing and processing all invoices.
• Manage and collaborate with external consultants as needed.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial/accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage bank accounts including deposits and wires.
• Assemble documents for tax preparers; file and pay all taxes.
• Serve as America Votes' notary, primary check signatory, and 401k trustee.
• Administer the expense management platform and manage the process for employee reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field with at least 8 years' experience, including 501(c)(4) and 527 organizations.
• Experience in and advanced knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including compliance and reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting and competing priorities.
• Experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable for a complex nonprofit organization with multiple funding sources to ensure excellent audits.
• Keen eye for detail and the ability to quickly assess needs and solve problems.
• Ability to analyze and organize financial data and develop accurate financial projections.
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to interpret and explain complex financial concepts and information to a diverse set of audiences.
• High degree of computer literacy and strong skills in spreadsheet-based financial analysis.
• Unquestionable integrity and trustworthiness with the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach with an all-hands-on-deck attitude.
• Deep commitment to racial and social justice and strengthening democracy.

Location

This position is located in Washington, DC and is expected to be in the office several days a week.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$130,000.

America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.

America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.

To Apply

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity

America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.