Vice President of Finance

Overview

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The Vice President of Finance serves as both a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for all accounting and financial management functions of Lighthouse and its subsidiaries. This role combines high-level financial strategy to support long-term sustainability and growth with direct involvement in daily financial operations. The Vice President of Finance , together with the Executive Team, sets organizational financial objectives, policies and procedures, models and champions all core values, and supports the mission of the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, operational excellence, and a collaborative mindset to support both day-to-day execution and strategic initiatives within a mission-driven organization. This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional with a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management to join a growth-focused, mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities

• Assure that all financial procedures, practices, and records are in full compliance with applicable regulations, laws, and best practices, including generally accepted auditing standards and accounting principles
• Oversee and actively participate in all aspects of financial operations, including billing, A / R, A / P, GL, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition of Lighthouse Central Florida and all subsidiary companies
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements, reports, quotations, and budgets
• Develop accurate, forward-looking financial models and forecasts that support long-range planning and strategic priorities
• Maintain, develop, and implement systems and management tools that support the organization's programs and operations and contribute to improved efficiency, cost, quality, and productivity
• Identify and analyze trends that are reflective of efficiency and effectiveness
• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analysis to provide financial insight into the organization’s plans and operating budgets
• Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Provide responsible financial counsel to the President, CEO, Executive Team, Board Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board
• Acquire and maintain a skilled staff and implement operational best practices to reduce administrative overhead while meeting functional obligations
• Construct, monitor, and maintain effective internal controls to ensure the safeguarding of assets and accuracy of financial statements
• Proactively identify and address financial risks and opportunities for the organization
• Ensure compliance with any and all financial and contract reporting requirements for private or public funding, licensing, or regulatory agencies
• Serve as the key point of contact for external auditors; manage preparation and support of all external audits
• Provide strategic guidance around capital financing options to support company growth
• Assist with all open legal issues involving the organization and legal issues affecting the industry
• Understand revenue and cost drivers and define appropriate reports for tracking
• Direct the preparation of information requested or required for compliance; review and approve all reporting information
• Act as primary contact with counsel and outside government agencies
• Select and coordinate the use of commercial insurance brokers, commercial insurance carriers, and other related consultants
• Prepare budgets for grants and projects
• Comfortable shifting between hands-on financial management and high-level strategic planning, depending on organizational needs
• Lead financial operations during periods of growth or change, ensuring stability while driving continuous improvement
• Support third parties to which accounting and finance functions have been outsourced
• Perform additional duties as requested

Qualifications

Education :

Minimum education level : Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.

Experience :

License / Certification :

CMA and / or CPA preferred.

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

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