Vice President of Finance

Job Description

Job Description

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

Vice President of Finance

Full Time

New Haven, CT, US

R equisition ID : 1773

Salary Range : $100,000 To $125,000 Salary

Schedule : 40 hours / wk., M-F 8am-4pm

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you!

Why consider a career at CHSC?

Comprehensive benefits : Full-time employees receive a complete benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Flexible Opportunities : Part- time employees enjoy a flexible schedule, valuable hands-on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support. Select Benefits may also be available.

Room for growth : We offer a professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement

Staff longevity and Development : over 50% of our staff have been with us for 5+ plus years, many of whom started in entry-level roles and have grown into fulfilling, long-term careers spanning 10 plus years.

A culture of Community and Compassion : We take pride in our strong sense of community, teamwork, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and in a culture of care.

The Role :

The Vice President of Finance plays a crucial role in guiding our agency toward financial sustainability while supporting our mission and ensuring operational excellence. As a strategic leader, the VP of Finance will maximize the efficiency of financial systems and procedures across all agency departments while providing excellent customer service. The VP of Finance will also serve as a key resource for the Finance Committee, Board of Directors, and the SVP for Finance and Administration in developing financial strategies, including reporting, modeling, and forecasting. In addition, the Vice President of Finance is responsible for establishing effective financial processes, controls, and policies, while serving as a hands-on leader who manages, motivates, and mentors the Finance Department.

This opportunity arises due to the upcoming retirement of a long-tenured team member. The successful candidate will benefit from a thoughtful transition period, working closely with the incumbent to gain valuable institutional knowledge and ensure continuity of excellence.

Essential Responsibilities :

Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop, prepare, and present accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, budget-to-actual reports, and forecasts.
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and provide flexible projections that support decision-making by senior leadership, the Finance Committee, Board of Directors, lenders, SVPs, and donors.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise presentations tailored to diverse audiences.

Financial Modeling & Strategic Analysis

Stewardship of Agency Resources

Operational Efficiency & Collaboration

Education & Experience Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting with 10+ years of experience , OR Master’s degree with 5+ years (or equivalent combination).

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Do not meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, LGBTQ+, and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Chapel Haven!

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

Fulle-Time; Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 00pm