VP/Director of Finance
<p>Patricia Wesson with Robert Half is looking for a strategic finance leader to guide financial operations and support organizational decision-making in Portland, Oregon. This role will partner with senior leadership to shape fiscal strategy, strengthen reporting processes, and oversee planning that supports long-term sustainability. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit financial leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations for executives and board stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the organization’s financial planning function, including development of the annual budget and long-range forecasting processes.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements, management reports, and analysis to support executive leadership and board-level decision-making.</p><p>• Act as the primary finance partner to the Board Finance Committee by coordinating reporting, presenting insights, and addressing financial questions.</p><p>• Direct accounting and payroll operations while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to applicable regulations and policies.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance financial procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Oversee cash management, investment activity, and banking relationships to help maintain the organization’s financial health.</p><p>• Support grant-related financial activity by supplying budget data for proposals and monitoring compliance with funding requirements.</p><p>• Manage the annual audit process by organizing documentation, working closely with external auditors, and following through on corrective actions or recommendations.</p><p>• Provide guidance and training to program leaders on budget management, financial expectations, and responsible use of resources.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with fiscal policies, federal cost principles, and contractual obligations across financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to Patricia Wesson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013444464</p>
<p>• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning in a senior finance role.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting operations.</p><p>• Experience overseeing cash flow analysis, banking activity, and organizational financial controls.</p><p>• Familiarity with grant accounting, grant compliance, and funding-related financial reporting.</p><p>• Demonstrated success managing external audits and implementing audit recommendations.</p><p>• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to executives, board members, and non-financial stakeholders.</p><p>• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, internal controls, and contract-related fiscal requirements.</p><p>• Previous nonprofit organization experience strongly preferred.</p><p>• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional initiatives.</p><p>• Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred.</p>
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- Gresham, OR
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
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0 - 0 USD / Yearly
- <p>Patricia Wesson with Robert Half is looking for a strategic finance leader to guide financial operations and support organizational decision-making in Portland, Oregon. This role will partner with senior leadership to shape fiscal strategy, strengthen reporting processes, and oversee planning that supports long-term sustainability. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit financial leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations for executives and board stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the organization’s financial planning function, including development of the annual budget and long-range forecasting processes.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements, management reports, and analysis to support executive leadership and board-level decision-making.</p><p>• Act as the primary finance partner to the Board Finance Committee by coordinating reporting, presenting insights, and addressing financial questions.</p><p>• Direct accounting and payroll operations while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to applicable regulations and policies.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance financial procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Oversee cash management, investment activity, and banking relationships to help maintain the organization’s financial health.</p><p>• Support grant-related financial activity by supplying budget data for proposals and monitoring compliance with funding requirements.</p><p>• Manage the annual audit process by organizing documentation, working closely with external auditors, and following through on corrective actions or recommendations.</p><p>• Provide guidance and training to program leaders on budget management, financial expectations, and responsible use of resources.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with fiscal policies, federal cost principles, and contractual obligations across financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to Patricia Wesson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013444464</p>
- 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z