Hire Heroes USA · 1 week ago
VP, Finance
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expHire Heroes USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering US military members, veterans, and military spouses in their transition to the civilian workforce. The VP, Finance will lead strategic financial management, oversee finance and accounting functions, and collaborate closely with the CEO and Board to drive financial strategy and resource optimization for organizational growth.
Career PlanningConsultingMilitaryNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serves as a strategic executive partner, setting financial direction, frameworks, and policies that elevate the organization's financial maturity
Leads the development and execution of multi-year financial strategies that ensure long-term sustainability, resilience, and mission continuity
Drives enterprise-wide financial alignment by integrating fundraising, earned revenue, program growth, and operational financial planning into a cohesive strategy
Champions financial transformation initiatives, including system modernization and process improvements, to enhance organizational effectiveness
Partners with the CEO and Board to shape long-term financial strategy
Translates organizational goals into financial plans, forecasts, and models
Identifies growth opportunities, risks, and sustainability pathways
Partners strategically with the Development team on funding mix, grant structures, donor restrictions, and long-term revenue sustainability
Leads organization-wide budgeting aligned with mission and program objectives
Monitors performance against budget and provides actionable, data-driven insights
Develops multi-year financial projections, scenario analysis, and cash flow forecasts
Ensures proper tracking and stewardship of restricted, unrestricted, and temporarily restricted funds
Oversees cost-allocation methodologies and grant compliance requirements
Partners with development and Program teams to review and approve grant budgets and financial narratives
Maintains organizational liquidity and oversees cashflow strategy
Develop reserve policies, investment strategies, and capital planning frameworks
Owns senior relationships with banking and investment partners and approves treasury strategy and signatory authority
Designs and enforces strong internal controls to safeguard assets, including strategic oversight of financial systems, data governance, and reporting architecture. (e.g., ERP, accounting software)
Leads enterprise risk management, including financial, operational, and compliance risks
Serves as executive owner of audits, acting as primary liaison with auditors, and provides final review and approval of audit results, Form 990, and other required regulatory filings
Provides executive oversight of contracting, pricing strategy, and regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, funding requirements, and risk management standards
Prepares clear, accessible financial reports for Finance Committees and the Board
Educates stakeholders on financial health, risks, accounting judgments, and sustainability outlook
Builds trust with donors, auditors, program leaders, and external partners
Leads and guides Board-level financial discussions, scenario planning, and long-range strategic thinking
Demonstrates high integrity, stewardship of donor dollars, and commitment to mission
Exercises executive judgment on complex accounting, revenue recognition, and financial policy matters
Upholds ethical standards in financial practices and organizational conduct
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in accounting or finance, with a CPA or equivalent certification
Minimum of seven years of successful experience in nonprofit financial management, including GAAP and fund accounting
Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year financial planning
Experience managing cash flow, reserves, and investments
Strong background in internal controls, risk management, and compliance
Ability to interact with board members, donors, and external partners with discretion and professionalism
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for diverse audiences
Experience with financial systems and ERP software (e.g., Salesforce, accounting platforms)
Demonstrated experience working with individuals of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds
Benefits
100% company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision premium coverage for employee
100% company-sponsored Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Free Tele-Health Appointments
Medical Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
17 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Medical Leave and Family Care after one year of employment
Paid Short-Term Military Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
401K with company match and immediate vesting
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Hire Heroes USA
Hire Heroes USA provides career coaching services & empowers service members, veterans & their spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.4MKey Investors
Lilly EndowmentScripps Family Impact Fund
2025-12-10Grant· $7.5M
2025-08-11Grant· $0.9M
Leadership Team
Andrew Sandoe
CEO
Ross Dickman
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-11-08
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