Vice President of Accounting

YMCA of Greater Boston•Boston, MA

8d•$131,761 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Boston is seeking an outgoing, self-motivated, detail-oriented Vice President of Accounting for our Associate Office at the Huntington Ave YMCA. In this position, you are responsible for managing the organization’s core accounting, reporting, and compliance activities. Working closely with the CFO and key internal partners, this role ensures accurate, timely financial data, maintains strong internal controls, supports budgeting and forecasting processes, and leads execution of critical finance operations. The Vice President of Accounting oversees daily accounting functions while actively contributing to financial analysis, problem-solving, and operational improvements. The Vice President of Accounting will have responsibility for the following key areas: 1. Oversees the YMCA of Greater Boston’s (YGB) accounting and reporting practices, the preparation of its financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, and the financial planning and forecasting of operating, capital, and overall cash flows. 2. Manages the annual external audit and completion of tax and other reporting requirements. Ensures proper internal accounting controls and develops best practices for contract and grant compliance and reporting. 3. Advises senior management on financial, tax, and business planning issues. Maintains continuous and proactive lines of communication, keeping the CFO and Executive team informed of all critical financial issues. Collaborates with the CFO in the management of Finance, Investment, Audit, and Risk committee meetings. 4. Promotes a culture of high performance and continuous improvement around financial processes that values learning, commitment to quality, and customer service. 5. Serves as a leader on the Senior Leadership team and manages and leads a team of 9 direct reports.

Requirements

BS/BA Degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 8 years of professional experience managing a diverse staff, as well as relevant accounting, financial reporting & planning experience.
A combination of public & private accounting is strongly recommended, with a solid understanding of Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) statements, not-for-profit accounting, and reporting under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or a graduate degree in accounting or finance preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary executive owner of internal controls, audit readiness, and external audit execution; ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, IRS, and state regulatory requirements, grant and contract compliance, and all lender and bond covenant obligations.
Oversee and maintain YGB’s accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring consistent application across the organization. Maintain deep technical oversight of complex accounting areas, including revenue recognition, deferred revenue, investments and endowments, capital project accounting, and fixed assets.
Lead financial reporting and close processes for monthly, quarterly, and year-end results, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial statements. Partner with the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to incorporate key financial metrics into management and board reporting packages.
Partner with the CFO in presenting financial results and key accounting matters to the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committees, and in financial reviews with current and prospective lenders.
In partnership with the CFO, VP of Risk, and YP of Information Systems, identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks, including liquidity, capital, cyber/technology, and funding concentration risks, and support enterprise risk management processes and reporting.
Lead preparation and oversight of all required external financial reporting and compliance, working with internal teams and external advisors.
Other statutory filings related to property, payroll, and regulatory compliance
Establish and enforce best practices for accounting policies, procedures, and month-end close, including review of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial statement quality.
Design and implement internal auditing procedures to assess and strengthen internal financial controls, business processes, and compliance practices across the organization.
Provide strategic leadership over financial systems, data governance, and process automation, ensuring systems are scalable, well-integrated, and capable of delivering timely, accurate, and decision-ready financial information.
Oversee of financial compliance related to grants and contracts, including review of major agreements, adherence to revenue recognition standards, cost allocation requirements, and financial reporting obligations.
Ensure systems, processes, and documentation are in place to meet grant billing, reporting, and audit requirements, and that financial systems support timely and accurate grant reporting.
Oversee an internal compliance program for grants, procurement, and contracting, ensuring YGB remains current with evolving federal and state requirements.
Partner with the CFO, Program Directors, and Development leadership to support the pursuit and financial structuring of public and private funding opportunities aligned with the Association’s financial sustainability and recovery goals.
Lead, develop, and scale the Finance team, including hiring, performance management, professional development, and succession planning, while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Actively participate as a member of the senior leadership team, including leadership development conferences, the YMCA Annual Campaign, and Association and Branch special events.