Vice President, Finance & Operations

The Company is a prominent not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering economic growth, job creation, and innovation. They are currently in search of a Vice President, Finance & Operations to join their executive leadership team. The successful candidate will be a key player in ensuring the organization's financial strength, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability. This role involves providing strategic leadership in various areas, including finance and accounting, grant management, investments, information technology, facilities, risk management, and operational performance. The Vice President will also have executive oversight of a community of venture-backed technology scale-ups and will work closely with the Board, Finance & Audit Committee, government funders, and external stakeholders. Applicants for the Vice President, Finance & Operations position at the company should be accomplished senior finance executives with a proven track record in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Strong financial and business acumen, experience with governance, and a background in managing grants, investments, and multiple funding streams are essential. The ideal candidate will have a background in innovation, technology, economic development, or related sectors, and must demonstrate a commitment to integrity, public-sector accountability, and the values of the organization. The role requires a collaborative and trusted leader who can excel in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder setting and contribute to the continued growth and impact of the organization.