Financial Controller 1

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

Fraud & Phishing Warning

Please apply directly through the WeVote volunteer application portal:

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

* Fraud and phishing warning *

Please apply directly via our volunteering portal/ATS at 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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