About the role
Help Strengthen Democracy Through Civic Technology
WeVote is a nonpartisan, nonprofit civic technology organization powered by more than 250 volunteers across the United States. Our mission is to help voters make informed decisions through accessible, technology-driven voter education tools.
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to help oversee and strengthen our financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who wants to apply their expertise to a meaningful cause while collaborating with a high-impact national volunteer team.
Time Commitment: 3-5+ hours per week Location: Remote (U.S.) Type: Volunteer Role
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Fraud & Phishing Warning
Please apply directly through the WeVote volunteer application portal:
https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply
For your security, do not submit applications through third-party job boards or unofficial websites. Applications are only accepted through our official volunteer applicant tracking system.
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About WeVote
WeVote is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that leverages technology to increase voter participation and civic engagement. As a Fast Forward-supported nonprofit technology organization, we develop tools that help voters access reliable election information and make confident voting decisions.
Learn more at www.WeVote.US.
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What You'll Do
As a Volunteer Financial Controller, you will help ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and sustainability across the organization by:
* Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements * Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, expense tracking, and general ledger activities * Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes * Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements * Helping improve financial systems, reporting tools, and process automation * Developing financial dashboards, metrics, and reporting packages for leadership and board stakeholders * Supporting nonprofit financial compliance and tax filing requirements * Recommending financial controls, policies, and best practices to strengthen operational effectiveness
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What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
* Professional experience in accounting, finance, controllership, or financial management * Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting * Experience with accounting systems and financial software platforms * Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills * Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment * Commitment to WeVote's mission of strengthening civic participation and voter engagement * Availability of at least 3 hours per week during core collaboration hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM ET)
Preferred Qualifications
* CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent financial credentials * Experience with nonprofit accounting or nonprofit financial management * Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or boards of directors * Knowledge of internal controls, audits, and financial compliance practices
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Why Volunteer With WeVote?
* Make a direct impact on voter engagement and democratic participation * Apply your professional expertise to a meaningful national mission * Collaborate with talented volunteers across technology, operations, communications, and civic engagement * Expand your leadership experience and professional network * Gain exposure to nonprofit leadership and governance
* Fraud and phishing warning *
Please apply directly via our volunteering portal/ATS at https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply. Do not apply via any other job portals, aggregators, or sites, as your information may not be secure, or the role may no longer be accepting applications. Thank you!!