East-West Ministries seeks a strategic and visionary Executive Vice President of Financial Services (EVPFS) to serve as our chief financial strategist and executive financial leader. This pivotal role, comparable in scope and impact to a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will provide executive-level leadership and oversight of all financial activities, serving on the executive leadership team to drive organizational growth and maximize mission impact through critical financial insights and strategic direction.

As an ambassador of faith in Christ and rooted in biblical principles, the Executive Vice President of Financial Services will actively minister to East-West leadership, staff, partners, and the community in a manner that exhibits Christ's character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines.

Reports To: President

Location: East-West offices in Plano, Texas

Benefits: This is a full-time position with employer-paid benefits such as medical, 403(b) match, and paid time off.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Strategic Financial Leadership and Analysis (CFO-Level Focus):

• Serve as the chief financial strategist and subject matter expert at East-West, providing executive-level financial analysis and reporting.

• Lead the analysis, interpretation, and communication of complex financial data and forecasts to key stakeholders, including the ELT, the Board of Directors, and various ministry departments. This includes providing strategic insights and recommendations based on financial trends.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of short- and long-range economic trends, assessing their potential impact on East-West’s future growth and developing proactive financial strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.

• Lead the preparation and presentation of comprehensive financial reports for Board of Directors and Finance Committee meetings, providing strategic financial context and recommendations that inform key decisions.

Executive Oversight of Financial Operations, Planning, and Donations (CFO-Level Oversight):

• Provide executive-level oversight and strategic direction to the accounting function, guiding the Accounting Manager in optimizing systems, processes, and service delivery. This includes setting strategic financial priorities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Provide executive-level oversight and strategic direction to the donor relations function, guiding direct reports in enhancing systems, processes, and donor engagement strategies from a financial perspective.

• Provide executive leadership for the fiscal year-end close, annual financial statement audit, and Form 990 process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion under sound financial governance.

• Lead the strategic financial planning and annual budget process, collaborating with the ELT to develop financial plans that support the ministry’s strategic objectives. This includes challenging assumptions, identifying opportunities for efficiency, and ensuring responsible strategic resource allocation.

• Provide executive oversight of fund management, including investments and endowments, ensuring adherence to investment policies and maximizing returns while strategically managing financial risk.

• Maintain a high level of expertise in nonprofit accounting trends and best practices, proactively informing staff and leadership of significant strategic financial issues and opportunities.

• Oversee and maintain the master financial services calendar, ensuring effective coordination and timely completion of key strategic financial activities.

Executive Leadership and Management of Financial Services:

• Provide executive leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering a culture of spiritual growth, professional development, and high performance within the Financial Services team.

• Provide executive leadership to the Financial Services department, setting strategic direction for the team, fostering collaboration, and empowering staff to take on increasing levels of responsibility.

• Champion continuous process improvement within the Financial Services department, focusing on simplicity, service excellence, and responsible strategic stewardship.

• Cultivate a culture of exceptional customer service and quality within the Financial Services department, ensuring that all constituents receive timely, accurate, and professional financial support.

Strategic Project Leadership and Collaboration (CFO-Level Influence):

• Provide executive leadership and strategic financial guidance on various ongoing and special projects for various departments, the ELT, and the Board of Directors. This includes taking ownership of key initiatives and driving them to successful completion from a strategic financial perspective.

• Prioritize and manage project workload in alignment with organizational priorities, effectively balancing project demands with ongoing operational responsibilities. This includes delegating effectively and empowering team members to take ownership of project components while maintaining strategic financial alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Uphold a close and growing relationship with Jesus Christ

• Demonstrate a healthy, growing spiritual life, including a servant attitude toward leadership responsibilities

• A deep commitment to the mission and values of East-West Ministries

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required

• CPA or Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field preferred

• 15 years of minimum progressive experience in executive-level financial management required

• 10 years of minimum progressive experience in the accounting and/or finance field required

• Significant senior-level financial leadership experience (preferably with experience functioning as a CFO or in a similar capacity)

• Nonprofit finance or accounting experience or exposure preferred, but not required

• Experience with accounting and donation software packages – Intacct, Classy, Concur, and Salesforce preferred

• Ability to develop and execute financial strategies that align with organizational goals

• Deep understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial analysis techniques

• Ability to lead and motivate teams, delegate effectively, and foster a positive work environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences

• Ability to identify and analyze complex problems, develop effective solutions, and make sound decisions

• Flexibility, focus, and a strong work ethic are essential

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including proficiency in evaluating and prioritizing issues

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, poise, and tact

• Working knowledge of taxable income and accountable expense reimbursement plans

• Experience with accounting and donation software packages – Intacct, Classy, Concur, and Salesforce preferred

• High level of competency with Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas

EAST-WEST EMPLOYEE CULTURE

Our team members are passionate about Jesus, grace, bold action, and taking the gospel to the spiritually darkest places. We have one consuming passion: to make God known among every nation, every tribe, every tongue, and every people. We strive to uphold the highest standards of behavior, which include integrity, trustworthiness, theological alignment, a healthy work/life balance, care for others, a servant spirit, competency in difficult conversations, a desire to see results, diligence, respect, and humility.