Chief Financial Officer Vice President of Finance
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Job Location:
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 165000 - 195000
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Chief Financial Officer / Vice President of Finance
Groves Learning Organization (GLO) is a mission-driven leader in education empowering
students with learning differences and advancing literacy. Our impactful work is organized into
three distinct divisions:
students with learning differences and advancing literacy. Our impactful work is organized into
three distinct divisions:
Groves Academy: A 1-12 day school serving up to 350 students providing
specialized education tailored to students with learning differences.
Groves Learning Center: A comprehensive diagnostic testing and tutoring
resource for students and families offering individualized support.
Groves Literacy Partnership: A nationally recognized program that improves
literacy outcomes through collaborations with schools and educators.
Groves Academy was originally founded 52 years ago with a mission to transform the lives of
students with dyslexia and other learning differences. With the aspirations to serve students
beyond the Academy walls nearly a decade ago Groves Academy grew into Groves Learning
Organization; now serving three distinct services to serve students across the state. We are
seeking a strategic entrepreneurial and visionary financial leader to join our executive team.
The ideal candidate will be a proactive finance leader who can help elevate our evolving
organization its leaders and its infrastructure into the future.
Position Overview
The Vice President (VP) of Finance will serve as a true strategic business partner to the
President and a key member of the senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role with oversight
of finance accounting and facilities. The successful candidate will combine deep financial
The Vice President (VP) of Finance will serve as a true strategic business partner to the
President and a key member of the senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role with oversight
of finance accounting and facilities. The successful candidate will combine deep financial
expertise with creativity strategic acumen and collaborative leadership helping GLO achieve its
mission while ensuring long-term financial sustainability for all parts of the organization.
This leader will work closely with the President and board of Trustees (Treasurer and Finance
Committee) fostering transparency trust and sound financial governance. They will also play a
critical role in shaping the organizations strategy and culture serving as a trusted advisor and
informal leader across the leadership team.
mission while ensuring long-term financial sustainability for all parts of the organization.
This leader will work closely with the President and board of Trustees (Treasurer and Finance
Committee) fostering transparency trust and sound financial governance. They will also play a
critical role in shaping the organizations strategy and culture serving as a trusted advisor and
informal leader across the leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Collaborate with the President and leadership team to develop and implement the
organizations strategic plan.
Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to drive
organizational sustainability and growth.
Ensure alignment of financial strategies with the goals and priorities of all GLO
divisions.
Strategic Financial Leadership
Collaborate with the President and leadership team to develop and implement the
organizations strategic plan.
Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to drive
organizational sustainability and growth.
Ensure alignment of financial strategies with the goals and priorities of all GLO
divisions.
Financial Management
Oversee all financial operations including accounting budgeting forecasting and
reporting.
Ensure compliance with non-profit financial regulations accounting standards and
maintain an exceptional record of audits and other best practices.
Build and maintain strong relationships with external auditors banks and financial
institutions.
Board and Committee Engagement
Prepare and present accurate comprehensive financial reports to the Board of
Trustees Treasurer and Finance Committee.
Partner with board members to support informed decision-making and strategic
oversight.
Support the evolution of the Board of Trustees ensuring effective engagement as GLO
grows and advances its mission.
Operational Oversight
Lead the accounting finance facilities and potentially IT/Enterprise Business
Systems functions.
Develop and refine systems and processes to ensure operational efficiency and
scalability.
Oversee facilities management to maintain safe functional and cost-effective
environments.
Executive Leadership and Collaboration Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a variety of people and
personalities inside and outside the organization. Able to effectively handle interactions
at all levels and to respond appropriately in sensitive situations.
Proven and demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of
individuals from diverse cultures backgrounds and orientations.
Act as a trusted advisor and key contributor to the leadership team fostering a culture of
collaboration and shared accountability.
Mentor and develop finance team members building a strong and cohesive
department.
Encourage cross-functional partnerships and promote transparency across the
organization.
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a variety of people and
personalities inside and outside the organization. Able to effectively handle interactions
at all levels and to respond appropriately in sensitive situations.
Proven and demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of
individuals from diverse cultures backgrounds and orientations.
Act as a trusted advisor and key contributor to the leadership team fostering a culture of
collaboration and shared accountability.
Mentor and develop finance team members building a strong and cohesive
department.
Encourage cross-functional partnerships and promote transparency across the
organization.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field (MBA or CPA highly
preferred).
A minimum of 10 years of financial leadership experience including strategic and
operational roles.
Demonstrated success as a partner to executive leadership in a mission-driven
organization.
Experience working with boards and committees including preparing and delivering
high-quality reports.
Demonstrated experience with robust financial systems and tools.
Proven ability to successfully collaborate across complex multi-disciplinary teams.
Knowledge of non-profit financial management regulations and compliance is a
strong advantage.
Exceptional analytical interpersonal and communication skills.
A deep commitment to the mission values and educational goals of GLO.
Bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field (MBA or CPA highly
preferred).
A minimum of 10 years of financial leadership experience including strategic and
operational roles.
Demonstrated success as a partner to executive leadership in a mission-driven
organization.
Experience working with boards and committees including preparing and delivering
high-quality reports.
Demonstrated experience with robust financial systems and tools.
Proven ability to successfully collaborate across complex multi-disciplinary teams.
Knowledge of non-profit financial management regulations and compliance is a
strong advantage.
Exceptional analytical interpersonal and communication skills.
A deep commitment to the mission values and educational goals of GLO.
Pay Range: $165000 - $195000
Why Join Groves Learning Organization
Mission with Impact: Contribute to a nationally recognized organization
transforming the lives of students and communities.
Collaborative Leadership: Join a passionate high-performing team driven by
shared purpose trust accountability and mutual respect.
Strategic Influence: Play a critical role in shaping the financial health and
long-term success of a growing organization.
Mission with Impact: Contribute to a nationally recognized organization
transforming the lives of students and communities.
Collaborative Leadership: Join a passionate high-performing team driven by
shared purpose trust accountability and mutual respect.
Strategic Influence: Play a critical role in shaping the financial health and
long-term success of a growing organization.
Required Experience:
Chief
About Company
GLO provides a nurturing environment for students with learning disabilities like dyslexia and ADHD and advances literacy instruction through our Groves Literacy Partnerships.
