Girl Scouts of Western Washington · 2 weeks ago
Vice President, Finance and Accounting (Controller)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$107K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expGirl Scouts of Western Washington is committed to providing safe spaces for all girls to belong. The Vice President, Finance & Accounting (Controller) will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Council’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance in all accounting operations and financial reporting.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Provides direct leadership, supervision, and support to the Finance and Accounting team, including performance management, coaching, professional development, and delegation of responsibilities in alignment with organizational goals and policies
Collaborates with Human Resources to support the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes for positions within their assigned team, ensuring alignment with organizational staffing needs and equity practices
Oversees and actively manages the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring financial statements are accurate, timely, and prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Reviews and approves month-end journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules; ensures completeness, accuracy, and consistent application of accounting standards
Prepares monthly and year-end financial statements and related financial reports for final review by the Chief Executive Officer
Establishes, documents, and maintains accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensures consistent application and ongoing compliance
Serves as the primary internal lead for the annual independent audit and Form 990 filing process, coordinating with external auditors and members of the Finance and Accounting team
Oversees grant accounting, including revenue recognition, compliance, and reporting requirements for federal, state, local, and private grants and contracts, restricted funds tracking, and grant-specific profit and loss reporting, ensuring alignment with GAAP and funder requirements
Partners with program and department leaders to support grant budgeting, financial monitoring, and required financial reporting
Leads the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, including analysis of significant variances, trends, and financial risks
Provides ongoing fiscal oversight for Finance and Accounting operations, including monitoring expenditures, forecasting financial performance, and supporting organizational planning and decision-making
Serves as the Council’s subject-matter expert for accounting systems and tools, including cloud-based accounting platforms; ensures data integrity and effective system utilization
Identifies and implements process improvements within accounting operations and financial reporting to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Actively collaborates with cross-functional departments and participates in Leadership Team meetings and assigned committee work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Five or more years of progressively responsible senior-level accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility
Three years of supervisory experience
Experience with complex nonprofit accounting in an organization with 100 or more employees and multiple funding sources, including revenue recognition, compliance, and reporting requirements for federal, state, local, and private grantors, or in a comparably complex accounting environment such as public accounting or a for-profit organization
Experience leading annual audits and Form 990 filings
Grant management and allocation experience
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting
High proficiency with accounting systems such as MIP, Sage, or comparable cloud-based accounting platforms; OR Equivalent combination of related experience and education
Knowledge of and commitment to fostering a work environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
Strong alignment with Girl Scouts of Western Washington's mission and vision
Advanced knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles, including grant accounting, restricted funds, and revenue recognition
Knowledge of internal controls, audit standards, and federal, state, and local regulatory and compliance requirements applicable to nonprofit organizations
Ability to lead a critical organizational function with organization-wide responsibility for financial accuracy, integrity, and compliance
Ability to operate as a hands-on leader, balancing strategic oversight with direct involvement in accounting operations and financial reporting
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to independently and collaboratively identify financial trends, variances, and risks and communicate findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Ability to build effective working relationships across departments while maintaining appropriate financial controls and accountability
Ability to evaluate and improve accounting processes, systems, and documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information
Skilled in using technology to support supervision, collaboration, and virtual engagement across regions
Highly organized, with the ability to take initiative, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality in a complex and dynamic environment
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with database systems such as Access
Preferred
CPA license (active or inactive)
MBA or other related advanced degree
Benefits
Employer-paid options for medical, dental, life/AD&D coverage for employees
Access is available for our 403(b) retirement plan
Voluntary benefits that include vision insurance and flexible spending accounts
Three weeks of vacation to start
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid time off for personal development and volunteerism
Nearly two weeks of paid leave for our winter break
Company
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
At Girl Scouts of Western Washington, we know that given the opportunity, every girl and gender expansive youth can become a leader with the courage to act on their values, develop the ability to make clear decisions, and acquire the self-confidence to make a difference in the world around them.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrea Anderson
Chief Executive Officer
Wade Brewer
Vice President Strategic Partnerships
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