What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Vice President of Finance position at CLIFFORD W BEERS GUIDANCE CLINIC INCORPORATED?
EMPLOYER INFORMATION:
Clifford Beers is a mental health clinic serving children and families. Our mission is to provide integrated services addressing mental, physical, and social determinants in order to improve health, resiliency and quality of life for children, families and communities.
PURPOSE:
The Senior Vice President of Finance provides strategic and operational leadership for the financial management of Clifford Beers Community Care Center. This role ensures that financial systems, reporting, and planning effectively support the organization’s mission and day-to-day service delivery. Working closely with the Executive Director and in strong partnership with the Senior Vice President of Operations, the SVP of Finance helps align financial management with program operations, organizational priorities, and responsible stewardship of public and philanthropic resources. The SVP of Finance leads the finance team and supports the development of financial practices that promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration across departments. This role emphasizes integration with operational leadership and program teams to ensure that financial information is accessible and useful in guiding decisions that impact the children, families, and communities we serve.
The Senior Vice President of Finance is expected to lead in a manner consistent with the organization’s commitment to trauma-informed and anti-racist practices while fostering a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility.
The SVP role is a Senior Position that offers flexibility in scheduling in person versus remote work with a minimum of three days a week in the office after probationary period.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Provides financial leadership and direction to the Executive Director, Board, Leadership Team, and operations and administrative staff
- Develops annual and multi-year budgets that reflect organizational values and incorporate strategic priorities
- Monitor financial performance and provide clear financial analysis and forecasting to leadership and the Board of Directors
- Lead financial planning and scenario modeling to support organizational sustainability and strategic growth
Operational Integration
- Partner closely with the Senior Vice President of Operations to ensure alignment between financial management and operational performance
- Support program leaders in understanding financial performance and the financial implications of program operations
- Develop financial dashboards and tools that support informed decision-making across departments, including grant budgets and reports
- Collaborate with leadership on financial strategy related to program expansion, grant opportunities, and service delivery models
Financial Management and Compliance
- Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
- Responsible for timely and accurate monthly close process, audit preparation and accurate revenue recognition throughout the year
- Oversee financial management of government grants, contracts, and restricted funding sources
- Maintain strong internal financial controls and financial policies
- Lead the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and private funding requirements
Team Leadership and Culture
- Lead and develop the finance team in a manner that reflects CBCCC’s commitment to trauma-informed and anti-racist leadership
- Foster collaboration between finance and other departments to ensure financial information is accessible and useful across the organization
- Support staff development and continuous learning within the finance department
- Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and partnership
Board and Leadership Partnership
- Serve as a key advisor to the Executive Director and leadership team on financial strategy and risk management
- Partner with the Board Finance Committee to ensure strong financial governance
- Present financial information to the Board of Directors in a clear and accessible manner.
COMPETENCIES:
Must demonstrate the following competencies:
- Diversity and Inclusion:
Foster an environment in which all members of the Clifford Beers community, from staff to partners and clients, are treated equitably and are able to contribute fully and meaningfully to the mission of Clifford Beers. Employees must make every effort to:
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- Treat others with respect o Practice cultural humility o Elicit and welcome different points of view o Be committed to advancing Health Equity and trauma-informed anti-racist activities, including but not limited to participating in training and collaborating in related workgroups.
- Integrity:
Act ethically with honesty and consistency regardless of the situation. Employees must make every effort to:
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- Be accountable for his or her own actions o Make decisions based on what is better for the families and employees o Build and maintain trust among co-workers and our families o Uphold honesty in all actions
- Excellence:
Commitment to deliver outstanding practices in both managing the organization, service delivery, and collaborating with partners. Employees must make every effort to:
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- Utilize data and research to provide the highest quality of care o Regularly participate in professional development to stay abreast of most recent and progressive practices
- Promote continuous quality assessment and improvement
- Communication:
The ability to express oneself clearly and professionally both in writing, conversations, and in nonverbal communication with others. Employees must make every effort to:
o Oral Communication
- Summarize or paraphrase his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunication
- Speak clearly and in an organized manner that can be easily understood
- Express ideas concisely and respectfully
- Hold herself or himself accountable for pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice while speaking
- Show understanding of professional and cultural implications of body posture, stance, gestures, proximity to listener, facial expressions and appearance
o Written Communication
- Write clear and concise sentences devoid of grammatical and spelling errors
- Tailor writing style to the audience of the message
- Write in a respectful and tactful manner
As an organization committed to Anti-Racist practice, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ , veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example- she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.)
If you need reasonable accommodations at any point during the interview process, please let us know.
We are an equal opportunity employer who will welcome everyone to our team.
Qualifications:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required
- CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced financial training preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience
- Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organizations strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing government grants, Medicaid-funded programs, and complex funding structures
- Experience leading finance teams and implementing financial systems that support organizational growth
- Experience with finance and accounting software, ideally Financial Edge
SKILLS:
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial management and accounting principles
- Experience with budgeting, financial forecasting, and financial analysis
- Ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights for non-financial leaders
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across departments and build strong working relationships
- Style that is organized and results oriented
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, anti-racist practice, and trauma-informed leadership
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity and accountability in financial stewardship
REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
TRAVEL:
- This role may require travel.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- 20% of the time is spent making repetitive motions
- 30% of the time spent sitting
- 20% walking, bending, standing, stooping, crouching or kneeling
- 30% of the time is spent using hands to type, write, or use controls
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Indoors, environmentally controlled with occasional exposure to outdoor weather
- Close physical proximity to coworkers and clients
Salary : $145,000 - $175,000