Vice President of Finance and Administration

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South Elgin, IL, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Kids + Family • Social Impact
The Role
The Vice President of Finance & Administration oversees finance, accounting, IT, and administrative services, ensuring financial health, compliance, and operational excellence while fostering a culture of collaboration within the organization.
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Position Summary

The Vice President of Finance & Administration is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team responsible for stewarding the organization’s financial health, technology infrastructure and administrative excellence. This leader oversees Finance, Accounting, IT/Cybersecurity, and Administrative Services, ensuring strong internal controls, transparent reporting, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation and scalable systems that support organizational growth.

The VPFA models and reinforces the Boys & Girls Club BLUE Values—Believe, Learn, Unite, and Elevate—by inspiring teams, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of collaboration, integrity, and mission-driven excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Provide leadership, management, and accountability (LMA) and build high performing teams across Finance, IT, and Administration, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and service to the mission.
  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and Executive Team, to drive organizational planning, long-term financial strategy, and risk mitigation.
  • Drive financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
  • Champion the BLUE Values by creating a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Financial Management

  • Direct all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management activities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements, grant reporting, and Board finance updates.
  • Oversee audit preparation, filings, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.
  • Provide analysis and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making and future growth.

Technology & Cybersecurity

  • Oversee IT systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity strategy to ensure safe, reliable, and scalable technology.
  • Lead IT vendor relationships, software integrations, and data governance.
  • Support innovation and process improvement through digital transformation.

Administrative Operations

  • Oversee administrative functions, including procurement, contract management, and organizational systems.
  • Ensure operations run efficiently, safely, and in alignment with BGCNCIL policies, procedures, and strategic priorities.
  • Lead business continuity planning and operational risk mitigation.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration between Finance, IT, HR, Programs, and Development to strengthen organizational cohesion.
  • Encourage a culture of learning (L), fall-forward improvement, and professional growth.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in financial leadership; including oversight of operations or administrative functions preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in GAAP accounting, budgeting, compliance, audits, and risk management.
  • Experience leading IT, cybersecurity, or technology implementation initiatives.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to the mission of serving youth who need us most.

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs.) of files or office equipment.
  • Ability to travel between Club locations, meetings, and events within the region.

Cognitive & Communication Requirements

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to analyze financial data, interpret reports, and make decisions.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex projects.

Work Environment

  • Standard office environment with occasional off-site meetings or events.
  • Hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on organizational needs.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in financial leadership
  • Expertise in GAAP accounting, budgeting, compliance, audits, and risk management
  • Experience leading IT, cybersecurity, or technology implementation initiatives
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
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The Company
60 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois aims to be a leader in youth development programs, enabling young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens through enriching programs and mentorship.

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