Vice President of Finance Greater San Francisco, CA Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee its finance team. The role leads budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, accounting operations, cash management, and fund and grant accounting. The successful candidate will advise organizational leaders and the Board, develop financial models and performance measures, and translate complex financial information into clear recommendations. They will also oversee audits, tax filings, compliance, internal controls, and improvements to financial systems and processes, while building a collaborative, high-performing team. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of management experience, including five or more years in senior finance leadership, as well as nonprofit experience. Significant expertise in nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, government funding compliance, and scaling financial systems is required; education-sector experience is an advantage. An MBA or relevant master’s degree is preferred, and a CPA is a plus. The role calls for strong analytical, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills, along with sound judgment, attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to partner effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

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BUCK INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATION