Vice President of Finance
Location: PSI approved U.S. State or country where PSI is registered; Washington D.C. or Nairobi, Kenya preferred
Eligible for hybrid work
10-15% international travel
Reports to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Who we are

PSI is a network of locally rooted, globally connected organizations working to achieve consumer-powered healthcare — people-centered health systems that ensure quality, affordable care wherever and whenever it is needed. Our origins in sexual and reproductive health have grown into a broader mission. Today, we work with the public and private sectors as well as local communities, prioritizing people’s voice and choice and developing solutions to meet their essential health needs. Over the past five decades, we have helped push boundaries, break taboos, set trends, and develop innovative solutions to complex global health challenges.

Join us!

PSI seeks a Vice President of Finance who will lead PSI’s accounting, financial reporting, and project financial management functions. You will provide strategic direction and financial oversight on global finance and accounting operations to support PSI’s mission and strategic plan. You will ensure PSI complies with global accounting policies; oversee global audits; report accurate financial data to donors, management, and the board; and provide appropriate financial oversight and support to PSI’s country, regional, and centrally funded program teams.

Salary Range:

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $191,000 – $239,000

For US-based candidates, the anticipated annual hiring range is reflected above.* The hiring range reflects the minimum to the midpoint of the job’s salary range. The full salary range for this job goes up to a maximum of $299,000, but hiring above the hiring salary range would not be typical in order to allow for potential future salary growth. Actual base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, external market analysis, and other business factors permitted by law. PSI offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes health care, retirement plan, generous leave, as well as other great benefits. For more information, please ask your recruiter or visit https://www.psi.org/careers/ to learn more!

*For all applicants applying outside of the US; please note that those hired outside of the US will be employed through the local PSI office. Pay and benefits will be commensurate with the role and practices of the local office, including payment in local currency.

Your contributions

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations in close collaboration with PSI’s Controller. Ensure all necessary accounting policies and systems, including general ledger and financial reporting, are effective. Responsible for all aspects of the organization’s negotiated indirect rates. Oversee annual external and donor audit function. Responsible for enterprise resource planning (ERP) conversion and improvements. Ensure records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 25% of Time
• Oversee all aspects of PSI’s Field Finance function including the coordination, preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual invoices and financial reports for donors of all projects. 25% of Time
• Present critical financial matters at select Board of Directors and Executive Team meetings. Advise the Chief Financial Officer and other key members of senior management on financial planning and analysis; accounting and regulatory priorities; and policy matters. 25% of Time
• Supervise and develop team members. Make recommendations concerning employment, termination, performance evaluations, salary actions, and other personnel actions. Set team and individual goals. Prioritize, organize, delegate, and coordinate the flow of work. Enhance individual employee performance through frequent and timely communication and support. 25% of Time

Time percentages listed above are not exact. They are estimates and may change. This is also not an exhaustive list of all tasks that an incumbent is expected to perform but is instead a summary of the primary responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be asked to perform duties not included above. PSI reserves the right to revise job profiles at any time based on changes to the required job responsibilities.

What are we looking for?

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or international equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) in a related field preferred.

Experience:

• At least 15 years of related experience, including at least 7 years of supervisory experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience in ERP conversion and management of complex financial systems.
• Thought leadership in multiple financial disciplines including, but not limited to accounting, corporate finance, and financial analysis.
• Ability to manage a high level of complex issues and multiple levels of the organization.
• In-depth knowledge of US Government regulations that impact financial policies, procedures, and programs.
• In-depth knowledge of practical application of latest financial research and trends.
• Excellent leadership, employee development, and management skills. Knows when to coach, when to advise, and when to provide specific direction related to multiple financial disciplines.
• Excellent customer service, relationship building/management, and consensus building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• French and/or Spanish language skills preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The candidate we hire will embody PSI’s corporate values:

Measurement: You use hard evidence to make decisions and guide your work. You set clear goalposts in advance and explain clearly if you need to move them.
Pragmatism: You’ll strive to deliver the best possible result with the resources available. You won’t be paralyzed by a need to make things perfect.
Honesty: You own your mistakes and are open about your shortcomings – it’s the only way you’ll learn and improve.
Collaboration: You’ll quickly establish a mental map of whom you can rely on for what, on your team, at headquarters, and in our country offices – if you try to do it all yourself, you won’t succeed.
Trust: You accept limits to your sphere of control and give colleagues the benefit of the doubt.
Commitment: You are in it for the long-haul and want to grow with the organization, just like PSI serves its consumers and partners with host-country governments through thick and thin.

References will be required. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check. For domestic positions: Must be authorized to work in the United States. N.B. PSI will not consider work visa sponsorship for this position.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to: [email protected] or call (202)785-0072.

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