We are seeking an experienced finance and accounting leader to serve as Vice President, Finance and Operations. This role requires strong expertise in accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and investment oversight, along with the ability to lead administrative functions including information technology, operational systems, contracts, policies, and organizational infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a strategic hands-on leader who brings sound judgment, customer service excellence, familiarity with, and an understanding of, planned gifts and the Charitable Tax Code, and the ability to strengthen systems that support the mission and statewide impact of the Idaho Community Foundation. If contributing your expertise to meaningful work appeals to you, we invite you to apply.
About ICF
Since 1988, The Idaho Community Foundation has helped generous Idahoans strengthen the communities they call home—through philanthropy, by elevating nonprofit impact, and by connecting people and places across the state.
In 2024, we took a bold step forward by uniting with the Idaho Nonprofit Center—bringing together philanthropy and nonprofit excellence to better serve Idaho. Grounded in trust, collaboration, and a shared belief in what's possible, we're investing in solutions that help communities thrive.
Our vision is simple: Idaho is a place of possibility where everyone contributes to thriving communities.
Join us—and let’s make more good possible.
Position Summary
The Vice President, Finance and Operations (VPFO) is an experienced finance professional responsible for the overall financial and administrative activities of the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF). The VPFO models professionalism, responsiveness, and service excellence in interactions with internal and external customers. Working closely with the President and Chief Executive Officer, the VPFO builds and manages effective financial and administrative systems including accounting, investments, information technology, legal, and physical infrastructure. This position is based in our Boise office.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Financial Management
· Direct, manage, and support the Accounting Manager.
· Administer accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
· Help the CEO to define key financial objectives.
· Develop and monitor the annual budget.
· Ensure continuity of integral accounting and financial functions during staff vacancies and absences.
· Ensure all activity is recorded to the proper fund(s) and administered according to the fund agreement and ICF policies.
· Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements utilizing software and best practices.
· Provide accurate and timely fund information to staff, donors, and grant recipients.
· Work closely with the investment managers and consultants to assure adherence to applicable policies and monitor performance against benchmarks.
· Assist the Board of Directors and committees in developing and managing investment strategies.
· Monitor cash flow requirements to maximize the return on investment within policy.
· Prepare and present financial statements and other information to the Board of Directors and committees on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
· Direct and support the financial statement audit and preparation of annual filings.
· Update accounting procedures on a regular basis; ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and internal controls.
Administrative Management
· Develop and establish operating policies and approaches for information technology.
· Direct, manage, and support the Information Technology Director to oversee all aspects of information technology to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
· Ensure the security and integrity of ICF’s information systems.
· Ensure maintenance of various service contracts and plans.
· Maintain organizational insurance and operational contracts.
· Oversee the development and revision of ICF policies.
· Provide oversight to the Executive Coordinator to ensure board and committee functions are performed.
· Maintain the records retention policy for ICF and ensure that financial and accounting records are in compliance with the policy.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES)
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
· CPA is highly desirable.
· At least 7 years of senior level fund accounting experience.
· At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity with experience planning, leading, directing, and evaluating the work of a team.
· Experience in the nonprofit or foundation sector with an understanding of investment management.
· Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and internal control principles.
· Knowledge of the following regulations as they apply to nonprofit organizations: Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures, Financial Accounting Standards Board, Accounting Standards Codification, and Internal Revenue Service.
· Familiarity with and understanding of the Charitable Tax Code with a focus on charitable giving.
· Demonstrated commitment to service excellence.
· Technologically savvy with Microsoft Office, databases, and other software; experience using Business Central is a plus.
· Technical ability to formulate reports, track documents, and perform data analysis.
· Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and oversight.
· Outstanding professional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
· Superior analytical skills.
· Sound judgment with the highest ethical standards.
· Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
Strong managerial and supervisory skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
- Working conditions are generally in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet. Occasional physical exertion such as lifting, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching; sitting, walking, standing, talking, hearing, use of hands/fingers, and performing repetitive movements with hands or wrists is required.
- A hybrid work environment exists, allowing for some remote work in coordination of specific days that are required to work in the office.
- May occasionally travel throughout Idaho and outside the state, which requires a valid Idaho driver license and reliable transportation.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The organization is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Hiring Process
Please provide a resume and cover letter including your salary expectations. We will be conducting virtual initial interviews in the coming weeks as we seek to fill this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you led a team before? If so, how many people and in what capacity?
- How does customer service factor into an accounting and/or finance role?
- Please tell us 1) Why you are interested in this position, and 2) Why now?
Education:
Experience:
- Non-profit accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
- Supervisory: 2 years (Required)
- Senior level fund accounting: 7 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- Boise, ID 83702 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Boise, ID 83702: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boise, ID 83702
