Vice President of Finance and Administration

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The Phoenix-based Goldwater Institute, hailed by George Will as “America's most potent advocate of limited government,” seeks an experienced Vice President of Finance and Administration with a political philosophy compatible with the Institute’s mission and public policy objectives
 
The Goldwater Institute is a non-profit organization with a $3 million annual operating budget and substantial equity. The Institute seeks a hands-on professional to manage the financial, regulatory and legal compliance of all Institute systems including financial reporting and budgeting, cash flow, accounting, information systems, payroll administration, insurance, building and grounds occupancy and all aspects of human resources. The candidate must perform all functions completely and accurately.  The director reports directly to the CEO and has three direct reports.

Qualified candidates will have:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting
• CPA required
• Minimum of 5 years management experience
• Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources management experience
• Extensive knowledge of non-profit accounting
• Thorough understanding of IRS regulations and reporting requirements
• Fluency with Quick Books, Excel, Access
• Excellent conceptualization, problem-solving and project leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and team-building skills
• Superior organizational ability, initiative, and integrity

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and skills. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including a top-rated health insurance plan with health savings accounts, long-term disability and life insurance, and participation in a 403(b) retirement savings program of the employee’s choosing.

Address cover letter, resume, and two relevant writing samples the Goldwater Institute, 500 E. Coronado Road, Phoenix AZ 85004, or by e-mail to careers@goldwaterinstitute.org.  No phone calls please.

The Goldwater Institute is an equal opportunity employer. The Goldwater Institute was established in 1988 as an independent, non-partisan research and educational organization dedicated to the study of public policy. Through its research and litigation the Institute promotes public policy founded upon the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty, www.goldwaterinstitute.org.