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*About WeVote*
WeVote is a 100% volunteer-powered, nonpartisan nonprofit that uses technology to help voters make informed decisions. With 250+ active volunteers and a national reach—we prove grassroots, mission-first civic tech can have real impact.
Join the WeVote Movement
WeVote has an open volunteer position for a Financial Controller, for 3-5 hours or more per week. You are an experienced professional with a passion for helping America navigate our current political environment. This is an opportunity to work remotely with our active team to help us get ready for multiple upcoming elections. Our ideal volunteer is passionate about politics and excited to use technology to educate voters and increase voter turnout. You’ll also gain valuable technical skills, have opportunities for leadership development, and expand your personal and professional network.
About Us
WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup and a celebrated Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee. WeVote is a movement of over 250 active passionate, part-time volunteers (starting with the founders) who build mobile technologies that will touch and mobilize millions of voters on Election Day. We believe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. We have a goal of providing a positive voting experience that helps people decide how to vote. More information at https://WeVote.US or @WeVote on X.
What You'll Do
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and expense management, working with bookkeepers.
- Develop annual budgets, monitor spending, analyze budget variances, and support financial forecasts.
- Monitor cash balances, project future cash needs, manage working capital, and ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Oversee accounting software, financial reporting tools, payroll integrations, and automation of financial processes.
- Provide financial reports, performance metrics, and explanations of financial results to company leadership, investors, and the board of directors.
- Provide financial data for tax filing.
Who you are: Must haves.
- You want to work with an established and successful team. You are committed to strengthening American Democracy.
- You are striving for personal excellence, and want to do meaningful work that will make a difference.
- 3+ hours per week during our core team hours M-F 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- A willingness to work with and support other volunteers.
How to apply:
Submit your resume (at https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply/) and include a brief note/cover letter to why you are interested in WeVote and helping our mission.
Skills Required
- Experienced finance or accounting professional
- Availability for at least 3 hours per week during Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. core team hours
- Willingness to work with and support other volunteers
- Commitment to strengthening American democracy and interest in the organization's mission
- Resume and brief cover letter explaining interest in WeVote and its mission
What We Do
WeVote is a nonpartisan, open-source nonprofit startup building next-generation voting technology. It aims to help voters understand their ballots, vote their values, and get out the vote by collaborating with friends and trusted sources, simplifying the voting experience.
