Vice President of Finance

Job Description

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000

Vice President of Finance

Reports to: CEO

Salary Range (Exempt): $150,000 - $200,000

Location: Remote, with preference to New York

Estimated 10% travel

About Us:

Carey & Co. is a leading provider of outsourced nonprofit leadership. With services spanning fundraising, finance, HR, technology, and executive management, Carey & Co. helps clients streamline operations, maintain transparent finances, and improve strategic decision-making so they can create positive change, drive societal good, and make a meaningful impact. Solely dedicated to the nonprofit sector, Carey & Co. brings industry expertise to help nonprofit leaders address the pressures that keep them up at night.

What Youll Do:

The Vice President of Finance will lead Carey & Co.s growing finance practice

providing hands-on leadership to a national team of consultants and driving thoughtful growth across our client portfolio. This role is ideal for a strategic finance professional with deep nonprofit experience and a passion for building infrastructure, coaching teams, and identifying opportunities for impact.

You will manage and mentor a high-performing bench of fractional bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs while also contributing to business development and client relationship management. The ideal candidate has a people-first leadership style, thrives in a collaborative consulting environment, and brings a solution-oriented mindset to help mission-driven clients build financial sustainability.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Team Leadership and Financial Oversight (70%)

Supervise and support Carey & Co.s finance consulting team, ensuring consistent, high-quality client service across all financial functions

Provide technical guidance and act as a senior advisor on complex accounting and financial strategy issues

Define performance goals and development pathways for finance consultants; conduct regular check-ins and performance reviews

Collaborate with the Director of Finance to staff new projects, optimize team capacity, and refine service delivery standards

Build and standardize internal systems, tools, and SOPs to ensure operational excellence across financial engagements

Promote a learning culture by facilitating regular peer learning, resource sharing, and internal trainings

Business Development and Relationship Management (30%)

Collaborate with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify new client opportunities and support proposal development

Participate in scoping calls with prospective clients, ensuring alignment of client needs with Carey & Co. capabilities

Serve as a strategic partner to senior client stakeholders, building trust and delivering insight-driven solutions

Maintain strong client relationships to foster long-term engagements and referrals

Support visibility of Carey & Co.s finance practice through thought leadership, panels, and industry events

Organizational Stewardship

Contribute to Carey & Co.s culture of excellence, collaboration, and inclusion

Participate in leadership meetings and cross-functional initiatives

Support internal

goals by applying equity-informed practices to team leadership and client engagements

What Youll Need

Experience & Expertise

10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with significant experience in the nonprofit sector

Strong working knowledge of nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, GAAP, and restricted funds management

Experience leading and mentoring diverse teams in a consulting or service-oriented setting

Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and deliver high-touch financial guidance

Track record of supporting business development efforts and contributing to team growth

CPA, MBA, or equivalent experience preferred

Skills

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

High emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style

Ability to navigate ambiguity and problem-solve in real time

Fluency in tools such as QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and Excel; experience with Salesforce or HubSpot a plus

Personal Attributes

Passionate about building financial resilience in the nonprofit sector

Committed to equity and inclusive team leadership

Grounded in humility, curiosity, and a service-oriented mindset

Energized by mentoring others and growing a practice area

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k)

Flexible remote work and collaborative team culture

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to

In your cover letter, share how your leadership experience and values align with Carey & Co.s mission and what excites you about this role.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications?

We encourage you to apply anyway. Carey & Co. values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification, wed still love to hear from you. Carey & Co. is an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive work environment.

remote work

Full-time

Fully remote