[Hiring] Vice President of Finance and Operations @CLOC

Role Description

CLOC is seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Finance and Operations. This executive will serve as the chief financial officer (CFO) of CLOC and a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the President & CEO. The Vice President of Finance and Operations will supervise the Finance & Human Resources and Information Technology teams. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial acumen, operational excellence, a passion for innovation to help scale CLOC’s growth, impact, and sustainability, and commitment to support CLOC’s mission of advancing legal operations worldwide.

This is a fully remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Revenue Leadership
  • Develop and execute multi-year financial strategies aligned with CLOC’s growth and impact goals.
  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Drive and collaborate on the development of revenue generation planning, including membership models, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships.
  • Manage investment portfolio with a focus on sustainability, risk mitigation, and long-term returns.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and nonprofit best practices.
• Executive Leadership & Strategic Operations
  • Serve as a thought partner to the President & CEO and Board of Directors.
  • Implement operational best practices and scalable systems to support organizational growth.
  • Oversee change management and continuous process improvements to support CLOC’s next growth phase.
  • Translate strategic vision into operational plans and measurable outcomes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align operations with strategic goals and member needs.
  • Represent CLOC externally with financial institutions, vendors, and strategic partners.
• Human Resources & Organizational Development
  • Serve as the organizational lead for human resources, overseeing talent strategy, organizational culture, performance management, and compliance to ensure a high-performing and engaged team.
  • Champion a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Align HR strategy with organizational goals and evolving workforce needs.
• Information Technology & Innovation
  • Lead the Information Technology team to deliver secure, scalable, and user-centric solutions.
  • Oversee digital transformation initiatives, including platform enhancements and data analytics to support business intelligence and decision-making.
  • Foster a culture of experimentation and agile development to support member engagement and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven experience in senior finance and/or operations roles, ideally within a nonprofit, association, or professional services environment.
• Expertise in financial strategy, investment management, and operational leadership.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and IT systems in a mission-driven organization.
• Advanced use of QuickBooks Online and Microsoft 365 suite.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CPA, or related advanced degree highly preferred.

Desired Attributes

• Visionary strategist with a drive for action and results.
• Relationship builder who inspires trust and collaboration.
• Skilled communicator.