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At Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, we are always looking for passionate, talented, and driven professionals to join our team in our mission to empower all kids across the Bay Area and unlock their true potential. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit via https://bit.ly/BBBSBA_VPFinOps_AppLink the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file: 

 

  • A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position

  • A current resume

  • The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors. It is important to state the nature of the working relationship with each reference as well. References should be able to speak to the applicant’s ability to be an effective VP of Finance & Operations, work collaboratively and collegially, and supervise multiple departments and projects. References will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area (BBBSBA), a mission-driven nonprofit that has transformed thousands of young lives through one-to-one mentoring, seeks a strategic, people-centered, and operationally-minded fiscal leader to serve as its next Vice President of Finance & Operations.

TO READ THE FULL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT AND LEARN HOW TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.strategenius.org/opportunity-big-brothers-big-sisters-vip-fi...

Areas of Responsibility: 

Financial Leadership 

  • Drive strategic financial planning and analysis to support organizational growth and sustainability

  • Lead comprehensive budget development, monitoring, and reporting processes

  • Partner with the agency’s contracted accounting firm on all accounting operations, including:

    • Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting

    • Cash flow management and forecasting

    • Budget variance analysis and recommendations

    • Accounts payable and receivable oversight

    • Financial systems and controls implementation

  • Manage relationships with external financial partners ( accounting firms, auditors, banks)

  • Lead grant financial management, including:

    • Restricted fund tracking and compliance

    • Grant budget development and monitoring

    • Financial reporting to funders

  • Serve as primary financial representative to Board committees:

    • Finance Committee leadership

    • Investment Committee guidance

    • Audit Committee coordination

  • Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations

  • Lead financial strategy development and long-term planning

  • Work collaboratively with Executive Leadership to ensure sustainability.

 

Operational Leadership

  • Direct contract Operations Manager in:

    • Facilities management, including office spaces, storage, and leases

    • Vendor and consultant relationship management

    • Creating productive, accessible, and inclusive work environments

  • Lead and develop risk management and compliance standards

    • Coordinate operational policies and procedures 

    • Ensure Board maintains governance policies 

  • Review and collaborate on developing board/agency governance policies and procedures

  • Maintain insurance policies and renewals

  • Coordinate annual operations planning and budgeting

  • Manage IT services and systems, including:

    • Technology infrastructure and security

    • Software and systems evaluation and implementation

    • Digital transformation initiatives

    • IT vendor relationships and contracts

    • Technology training and support programs

    • Data and Systems Administration

 

People Management Leadership

  • Direct contract HR Manager to:

    • Develop and implement an equitable compensation philosophy

    • Create inclusive performance management processes

    • Foster a culture of continuous learning and development

    • Enhance HR functions, including recruitment, benefits, and employee relations

  • Manage and develop staffing and benefits budgets

  • Champion initiatives driven by core principles throughout all operations

  • Partner on HR policies and procedures

  • Partner with the CEO on organizational culture and strategic plan implementation

TO READ THE FULL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT AND LEARN HOW TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.strategenius.org/opportunity-big-brothers-big-sisters-vip-fi...

Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related field
Skills/Experience: 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related field

  • 5+ years of progressive financial management experience

  • Demonstrated expertise in:

    • Financial planning and strategy

    • Budget development and management

    • Financial systems and controls

    • Audit preparation and compliance

  • Strategic Planning and Operations experience

  • Experience managing and developing teams

  • Experience partnering with and presenting to Boards

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  • Commitment to BBBSBA's mission and core principles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Nonprofit finance leadership experience

  • Nonprofit Operations and/or project management experience

  • Advanced proficiency in financial software systems

  • Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets

  • Experience with grant financial management

  • Knowledge of the youth development sector

  • Multilingual abilities

TO READ THE FULL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT AND LEARN HOW TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.strategenius.org/opportunity-big-brothers-big-sisters-vip-fi...

Compensation/Benefits: 

$150,000-$165,000

How to Apply: 

At Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, we are always looking for passionate, talented, and driven professionals to join our team in our mission to empower all kids across the Bay Area and unlock their true potential. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit via https://bit.ly/BBBSBA_VPFinOps_AppLink the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file: 

 

  • A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position

  • A current resume

  • The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors. It is important to state the nature of the working relationship with each reference as well. References should be able to speak to the applicant’s ability to be an effective VP of Finance & Operations, work collaboratively and collegially, and supervise multiple departments and projects. References will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission.

Additional Information: 

TO READ THE FULL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT AND LEARN HOW TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT: https://www.strategenius.org/opportunity-big-brothers-big-sisters-vip-fi...

Organization Info

Strategenius (on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area)

Overview
Headquarters: 
Oakland, CA, USA
Founded: 
1958
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Mission: 

Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Programs: 

For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes and monitors meaningful matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 8-18, in communities across the country to develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect.

Why Work For Us?: 

At Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, we are always looking for passionate, talented and driven professionals to join our team in our mission to empower all kids across the Bay Area and unlock their true potential. We are committed to building an inclusive team where everyone belongs, so if you see an opening that excites you, we encourage you to apply.

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 16 2025
Active Until: 
Sep 15 2025
Hiring Organization: 
Strategenius (on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area)
industry: 
Nonprofit