AVP of Financial Planning & Analysis

IMPORTANT: Demonstrated, hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning (Adaptive) is REQUIRED for this position, regardless of level. Candidates must have practical experience using Adaptive for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Senior Director or AVP of Financial Planning & Analysis will serve as a key strategic financial partner, helping shape organizational priorities, strengthen financial operations, and support informed decision-making across Akin. In this highly visible leadership role, you will oversee organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting while leading and developing a high-performing Finance team. You'll also play a critical role in maximizing our use of Workday Adaptive Planning, improving financial systems and processes, and ensuring that leaders across the organization have the financial insights and tools they need to make effective decisions. We're looking for someone who can balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution—an experienced leader who is equally comfortable developing financial models, presenting recommendations to executives, mentoring team members, and identifying opportunities to improve how we work. The scope and level of strategic leadership responsibilities will be aligned with the selected candidate's experience and whether the position is filled at the Senior Director or AVP level. What You'll DoDrive Financial Strategy & Organizational Sustainability Lead Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Maximize Workday Adaptive Planning & Financial Technology Strengthen Financial Operations & Stewardship Build, Lead & Develop a Strong Finance TeamWhat We're Looking ForWe're seeking an accomplished finance leader with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional communication skills, and demonstrated success leading financial planning and analysis in a complex organization. Candidates will be considered for either the Senior Director or AVP level based on their overall experience, leadership capabilities, and demonstrated ability to support Akin's financial strategy and operations.

Minimum Qualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, or financial planning and analysis, including at least 5 years of people leadership. Demonstrated hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning (Adaptive) is required. Must have experience using Adaptive for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis, and leveraging the system to support strategic financial planning and organizational decision-making. Demonstrated experience leading organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting processes. Experience partnering with senior and executive leadership on financial strategy, organizational planning, and data-informed decision-making. Experience developing, implementing, or improving financial processes, internal controls, financial systems, and reporting practices. Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching, and developing teams, including direct performance management responsibilities. Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, financial reporting, and long-term financial planning.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications: Nonprofit financial leadership experience is a significant preference for this position. We are especially interested in candidates who bring: Senior-level finance or FP&A leadership experience within a nonprofit organization. Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, and funding structures. Experience managing complex budgets involving restricted and unrestricted funding, government grants, contracts, and multiple revenue streams. Financial leadership experience in human services, healthcare, behavioral health, or similarly complex, mission-driven organizations. Experience partnering with program leaders to support financial planning, funding sustainability, and responsible resource allocation. Experience presenting financial information and strategic recommendations to a Board of Directors or Board committees. Experience leading financial system implementations, process automation, or significant financial systems improvements. Experience guiding organizations through growth, change, or systems transformation. Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or another relevant professional certification. Senior Director vs. AVP — How We Determine the LevelWe recognize that strong financial leaders bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Akin is open to hiring at either level based on the selected candidate's qualifications and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

What Will Make You Successful: Beyond your technical expertise, we're looking for a leader who brings: A strategic mindset: You see beyond the numbers and understand how financial decisions affect organizational priorities, operations, and long-term sustainability. A proactive, can-do attitude: You take initiative, embrace challenges, and approach problems with curiosity, flexibility, and a solutions-oriented mindset. Strong technical expertise: You're confident working in Adaptive and using financial technology to improve processes, reporting, and decision-making. A collaborative leadership style: You build trust, communicate clearly, and partner effectively with colleagues across all levels of an organization. A commitment to developing others: You enjoy coaching team members, building capabilities, and creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. A passion for mission-driven work: You understand the importance of responsible financial stewardship and want your work to contribute to meaningful outcomes for children, families, and communities. Why JoinAkin? At Akin, financial leadership is about more than budgets, forecasts, and reporting. It's about ensuring that the resources entrusted to our organization are used thoughtfully and effectively to support children, families, and communities. As our Senior Director or AVP of Financial Planning & Analysis, you'll have the opportunity to influence organizational strategy, strengthen financial systems, collaborate with dedicated leaders, and help build a sustainable financial foundation for the future. Whether you're an established senior finance leader ready for your next challenge or an experienced executive looking to bring your expertise to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to explore this opportunity. Join Akin and put your financial leadership expertise to work for a meaningful mission. Position Level: Senior Director or Associate Vice President, based on qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid arrangements may be available based on organizational needs and may be adjusted as business needs change. Some statewide travel to Akin locations may be required. Salary Range and Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The target starting pay for this position is $150,000 - $175,000, typically within the first half of these ranges. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant's pay history into account. The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.