Financial Controller 1

Remote

Volunteer

Business Operations

Experienced

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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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.

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.

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

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

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

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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!!

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“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.” – Sherry Anderson

About Us

We believe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. Our goal is to provide a positive voting experience that helps people decide how to vote. More information is available at https://www.wevote.us or on Twitter @WeVote.

Please review our open volunteer positions and apply for the position(s) that match your qualifications. We will do our best to respond within two business days to your application.

If you don't see a specific opportunity that is of interest, and you would like to be considered for another volunteer role, please use the "General Volunteering Opportunities" role and include a detailed note letting us know where you would like to volunteer.

At this time we can only consider volunteers and interns who are currently residing in the US.