Senior Executive of Finance and Operations
- Newton, United States
Posted 24 days ago
About the role
Senior Executive of Finance and Operations
Location: Hybrid (Elkhart, Indiana preferred; Newton, Kansas may be considered)
Schedule: Full-time preferred (Applicants seeking a reduced schedule of at least 30 hours per week are encouraged to apply.)
Reports to: Executive Director
Lead with Purpose
Mennonite Mission Network is seeking a collaborative, strategic leader to serve as our next Senior Executive of Finance and Operations. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you'll help shape the future of our organization by providing executive oversight of finance, operations, technology, human resources, compliance, and organizational strategy.
This is an opportunity to combine sound financial stewardship with meaningful mission impact, ensuring our domestic and international ministries have the resources, systems, and operational support they need to thrive.
What You'll Do
Executive Leadership
Partner with the Executive Director to develop and implement organizational strategy.
Serve as a trusted advisor on financial, operational, and organizational matters.
Present financial and operational reports to the Board of Directors.
Provide leadership during organizational change and crisis response.
Financial Stewardship
Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
Oversee financial reporting, internal controls, audits, investments, and organizational assets.
Monitor financial performance and recommend strategic adjustments.
Manage relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and investment partners.
Risk & Compliance
Provide executive oversight of legal, tax, employment, HIPAA, benefits, and regulatory compliance.
Assess operational, financial, and reputational risks across domestic and international operations.
Develop strategies that strengthen compliance while reducing organizational risk.
Operational Excellence
Provide executive oversight of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology.
Improve organizational systems, processes, and operational effectiveness.
Evaluate new technologies and operational tools that improve efficiency.
Partner with ministry leaders to ensure operations effectively support mission work.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead and develop the Directors of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Support recruiting, succession planning, and employee engagement.
Guide performance management and employment decisions in partnership with Human Resources.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a servant leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Experienced CPA (active or inactive license accepted)
Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance or accounting
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, audit, and internal control experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
Nonprofit leadership experience
Experience working across cultures or in international settings
You'll Be Successful If You...
Lead with humility, integrity, and accountability.
Build strong relationships across departments and with external partners.
Communicate complex financial and operational information clearly.
Balance mission, people, compliance, and financial stewardship.
Thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments.
Why Join Mennonite Mission Network?
At Mennonite Mission Network, your work supports a global mission of sharing God's love and reconciliation. As a member of our executive leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to shape organizational strategy while strengthening the systems that support ministry around the world.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Salary commensurate with experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement benefits
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Paid time off and 15 holidays
Hybrid work environment
Professional development opportunities
Organizational Fit
We are seeking a leader who:
Demonstrates a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
Embraces the mission, vision, and values of Mennonite Mission Network.
Leads with humility, collaboration, and servant leadership.
Supports our commitment to anti-racism, reconciliation, and intercultural engagement.
Travel
Travel several times each year for board meetings, organizational gatherings, ministry visits, and conferences. Travel may be domestic or international.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a strategic financial leader who is passionate about combining operational excellence with meaningful ministry, we'd love to hear from you.