Vice President of Finance

At Goodwill, we believe that the opportunity to work can – and does – change a person’s life. A job offers the independence that comes with a paycheck, increases self-esteem, and breaks the cycle of poverty. It’s a philosophy that we have been following in North Florida since 1940, when our local organization was founded as one of a growing number of independent non-profit affiliates of what is now Goodwill Industries International. Today, Goodwill Industries is the nation’s largest private provider of training and employment services for people with disabilities and special needs. And our local organization has grown into one of Goodwill’s top performers in placing people into employment.

Position Summary:

The Vice President of Finance will manage and lead the accounting/finance staff in the supporting efforts for the organization. This includes: accounting systems and operations, and grant development to expand services to support our mission.

Principal Duties:

• Interact with Board of Directors to report critical financial data.

• Assist in developing information tools with departmental and interdepartmental staff to achieve their information needs.

• Report information to stakeholders.

• Interprets information and principles of analysis.

• Prepares planning tools and summaries for operating and capital budgets.

Objectives:

Plan, develop, organize, and direct functions and operations of accounting:

• Accounting: Develop and implement internal accounting system, procedures and controls.

• Payroll: Develop and implement internal and integrated payroll and HR systems.

• Reporting and Communication: Report financial information in a timely and accurate manner, assists management in fiscal controls, and develop and maintain budget systems and tools.

• Grants: Assist Chief Development Officer with grant opportunities to expand services to support Goodwill’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Self-initiating

• Committed to success of company

• Able to meet and exceed established goals

• Able to complete assignments within deadlines in fast-paced environment

• Able to work positively and professionally in both independent and team settings

• Able to work cooperatively with representatives of various Goodwill division, external partners and customers.

• Able to foster cooperation among staff and external agency representatives

• Capable of effectively organizing self, time and responsibilities

• Able to communicate effectively and professionally in written and verbal manner

• Able to perform system analysis, use analytical tools effectively

• Capable of maintaining strict corporate confidentiality

• Able to develop and lead team-wide capacity to achieve goals

• Able to make effective presentations and facilitate groups

• Able to manage and develop management team

• Capable of working in fast paced environment with moderate to high stress

Education:

Required: Bachelor Degree in accounting

Preferred: Master Degree in a related field

License & Related Requirements:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (active in the State of Florida)

Training and Experience:

• Knowledge of systems and tools

• Experience in planning and implementing systemic changes leading to greater productivity

• Experience in performance-based environment

• Knowledge of regulations and legal requirements to maintain financial and informational integrity of the organization

Physical Requirements:

• Possess sufficient vision to operate computers and systems

• Possess sufficient manual dexterity to operate telephone, computer and office equipment

• Able to move about and monitor the work environment

Skill Requirements:

Required:

• Drive motor vehicle

• Hearing

• Speaking

• Keyboarding

• Writing

• Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics

Preferred:

• Verbal communication (including telephone)

• Team-oriented and collaborative interpersonal relationships

• Organize and prioritize information

Goodwill Industries of North Florida offers competitive salary, benefits package, and work/life balance.

Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristics under applicable law.

Important Note Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone, e-mail, or in person. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by a representative from human resources for the next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time.