Vice President, Accounting & Finance

The Vice President of Finance & Accounting serves as a strategic and operational leader responsible for the financial integrity, sustainability, and stewardship of the YMCA. Reporting to the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, this role leads all core finance and accounting functions while partnering with the CFO in supporting financial strategy, resource planning, and long term organizational sustainability. This leader ensures strong financial discipline while advancing the YM[CA's mission to serve the community through responsible, transparent, and forward-thinking financial practices. The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core principles. We strive every day to collectively embody our purpose to love, serve and transform lives. Every day we show up to Lead with Love and Serve with Purpose. We Love unconditionally

• showing genuine care and concern for everyone, making each interaction meaningful and personal and ensuring every person feels valued, seen and welcomed. We elevate Hope
• promoting optimism by offering encouragement and practical solutions to challenges. We act with Care & Compassion
• listening attentively without judgment, responding with empathy, and creating a sense of belonging by uplifting and supporting those around us. We demonstrate Generosity
• sharing our time, skills, and resources freely and with joy. We walk in Grace
• showing patience and kindness, even in difficult moments. We ignite Faith
• staying grounded in our mission, principles and purpose, inspiring others to trust in what is possible. Demonstrating consistency in our actions, helping others see how their efforts align with a greater purpose. We treasure Honesty
• communicating openly and truthfully, admitting mistakes when they occur, and honoring commitments. We honor Humility
• leading with a servant's heart by prioritizing the needs of others above our own. We live with Joy
• celebrating small and big wins alike, inspiring connection and shared joy. We offer Respect
• addressing everyone by name and honoring diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We value Responsibility
• performing every task timely with diligence and excellence and holding ourselves accountable by openly evaluating our performance. We engage in Service
• going above and beyond in serving others by anticipating needs and delivering exceptional experiences.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 8-10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Experience in nonprofit accounting is strongly preferred (YMCA or similar organization a plus)
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel (experience with data automation tools a plus)
• Experience leading finance in a multi-site organization strongly preferred.