Chief of Staff & Director of Finance

$175,000 - $195,000/Yr

International Society for Contemplative Research - Charlottesville, VA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Charlottesville, VA

About the position

The Director of Finance & Chief of Staff will play a critical role in partnering with the leadership team in strategic decision-making and organizational performance improvement. This position provides high-level strategic and financial analysis support to the President, facilitates effective organizational processes, and contributes to the financial health of the organization while promoting a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and champion the organizational culture and model the organization's values.
• Set organizational performance indicators and drive culture change toward organizational impact.
• Translate strategic ideas into actions and processes.
• Promote a healthy work environment and team connectedness across the organization.
• Lead coordination with other Directors to ensure efficient processes and workflow.
• Analyze and present financial reports and assist in budgeting and planning preparation.
• Manage outside investment advisors and analyze potential earned revenue options.
• Prioritize donor meetings and support Advancement objectives.
• Strategically align the President's prioritization and time management with top priorities.
• Participate in Board of Directors and Steering Council meetings and manage the Board Book.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or related degree preferred.
• Management consulting experience preferred.
• Experience in general administrative management roles for at least two years.
• Strong understanding of unrestricted and restricted fund accounting.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Tech-savvy with experience in accounting and financial reporting software.

Nice-to-haves

• A track record in grants management is helpful.
• Facilitation skills to plan and execute group experiences into productive outcomes.
• An accessible, visible, and flexible management style that inspires trust and confidence in staff.

Benefits

• Hybrid In-Person and Remote work environment
• Group Health and Dental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Plan
• Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Retreat Time Off