WeVote

Financial Controller

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About the role

Headquarters: Remote
URL: http://wevote.us

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*About WeVote*
WeVote is a 100% volunteer-powered, nonpartisan nonprofit that uses technology to help voters make informed decisions. With 250+ active volunteers and a national reach—we prove grassroots, mission-first civic tech can have real impact.

Join the WeVote Movement
WeVote has an open volunteer position for a Financial Controller, for 3-5 hours or more per week. You are an experienced professional with a passion for helping America navigate our current political environment. This is an opportunity to work remotely with our active team to help us get ready for multiple upcoming elections. Our ideal volunteer is passionate about politics and excited to use technology to educate voters and increase voter turnout. You’ll also gain valuable technical skills, have opportunities for leadership development, and expand your personal and professional network.
About Us
WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup and a celebrated Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee. WeVote is a movement of over 250 active passionate, part-time volunteers (starting with the founders) who build mobile technologies that will touch and mobilize millions of voters on Election Day. We believe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. We have a goal of providing a positive voting experience that helps people decide how to vote. More information at https://WeVote.US or @WeVote on X.
What You'll Do
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. 
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and expense management, working with bookkeepers. 
Develop annual budgets, monitor spending, analyze budget variances, and support financial forecasts. 
Monitor cash balances, project future cash needs, manage working capital, and ensure sufficient liquidity.
Oversee accounting software, financial reporting tools, payroll integrations, and automation of financial processes.
Provide financial reports, performance metrics, and explanations of financial results to company leadership, investors, and the board of directors.
Provide financial data for tax filing.
Who you are: Must haves.
You want to work with an established and successful team. You are committed to strengthening American Democracy.
You are striving for personal excellence, and want to do meaningful work that will make a difference.
3+ hours per week during our core team hours M-F 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
A willingness to work with and support other volunteers.
How to apply:
Submit your resume (at https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply/) and include a brief note/cover letter to why you are interested in WeVote and helping our mission.

To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/wevote-financial-controller

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Technology & IT Accounting Data Analysis Remote Collaboration Financial Controller Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Financial Controller role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at WeVote?
  3. Which of Accounting, Data Analysis and Remote Collaboration have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Accounting, Data Analysis and Remote Collaboration.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Financial Controller role because I can bring practical experience in Accounting, Data Analysis and Remote Collaboration, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes WeVote needs from this hire.

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