We are seeking an experienced finance and accounting leader to serve as Vice President, Finance and Operations. This role requires strong expertise in accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and investment oversight, along with the ability to lead administrative functions including information technology, operational systems, contracts, policies, and organizational infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a strategic hands-on leader who brings sound judgment, customer service excellence, familiarity with, and an understanding of, planned gifts and the Charitable Tax Code, and the ability to strengthen systems that support the mission and statewide impact of the Idaho Community Foundation. If contributing your expertise to meaningful work appeals to you, we invite you to apply.
The Vice President, Finance and Operations (VPFO) is an experienced finance professional responsible for the overall financial and administrative activities of the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF). The VPFO models professionalism, responsiveness, and service excellence in interactions with internal and external customers. Working closely with the President and Chief Executive Officer, the VPFO builds and manages effective financial and administrative systems including accounting, investments, information technology, legal, and physical infrastructure. This position is based in our Boise office.
At least 7 years of senior level fund accounting experience.
At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity with experience planning, leading, directing, and evaluating the work of a team.
Experience in the nonprofit or foundation sector with an understanding of investment management.
Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and internal control principles.
Knowledge of the following regulations as they apply to nonprofit organizations: Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures, Financial Accounting Standards Board, Accounting Standards Codification, and Internal Revenue Service.
Familiarity with and understanding of the Charitable Tax Code with a focus on charitable giving.
Demonstrated commitment to service excellence.
Technologically savvy with Microsoft Office, databases, and other software; experience using Business Central is a plus.
Technical ability to formulate reports, track documents, and perform data analysis.
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and oversight.
Outstanding professional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Superior analytical skills.
Sound judgment with the highest ethical standards.
Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
The Beginning of a Statewide Vision
In 1988, the Whittenberger Foundation approached Boise Cascade Chairman and CEO John Fery with an idea: Idaho needed a community foundation to ensure charitable giving reached every corner of the state. Together, they envisioned a statewide source of philanthropy and rallied support from businesses, individuals, and communities.
From the start, our founders committed to statewide representation and equitable grantmaking. Principles that still guide us today. In 1991, we awarded our f...