Nebraska Society of CPAs · 1 month ago
NESCPA President & Executive Director
Lincoln, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe Nebraska Society of CPAs is seeking a President & Executive Director to serve as its chief executive officer. This role involves providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and external representation for the Society while ensuring its long-term sustainability through effective governance, advocacy, member engagement, and financial stewardship.
Accounting
Responsibilities
Partner with the Board of Directors to develop and execute long- and short-term strategic goals, budgets, and policies
Provide recommendations on governance matters, including bylaw amendments, policy updates, and organizational change
Prepare agendas, materials, and issue briefs; facilitate effective discussion and decision-making for the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Foundation Board of Trustees, and committees
Ensure accurate preparation, distribution, and recordkeeping of meeting minutes and board documents
Oversee preparation of financial statements, annual budgets, and audits, ensuring fiscal integrity of a $1.5 million operating budget
Execute contracts and agreements authorized by the Board of Directors
Direct the Society’s staff, programs, and services, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture
Drive revenue growth through continuing professional education (CPE) programs, partnerships, and third-party relationships
Lead the Society’s governmental relations efforts, including oversight of contract lobbyists, legislative bill drafting, and writing and presenting testimony before the Legislature
Monitor state and federal legislative developments, assessing impact on the CPA profession
Strengthen the profession’s influence and reputation through strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement
Spearhead member recruitment, retention, and engagement, including firm visits and outreach efforts
Enhance the visibility and public image of the CPA profession in Nebraska, emphasizing the value of the CPA certificate and license
Oversee communications and public relations efforts, including the Nebraska CPA magazine, digital publications, website content, and social media strategy
Travel throughout Nebraska and nationally to represent the Society and foster relationships
Be able to adapt to new firm structures and ownership
Co-lead, with the vice president, the design and delivery of CPE programs, courses, and promotional initiatives
Involvement with in-person trainings put on by the Society
Help adapt to training needs that arise and opportunities for members
Direct fundraising strategies for both the Foundation and PEC, advancing scholarship, educational, and advocacy goals
Help drive support for future generations of CPAs and support the continued mission of the Society
Embody the profession’s core values: integrity, independence, and objectivity
Demonstrate resiliency, adaptability, diplomacy, and sound judgment
Recruit, develop, and lead staff while managing strong external relationships
Embrace technology and innovation to advance the Society’s mission
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Proven executive leadership and organizational management experience
Strong listening, consensus-building, and mediation skills
Exceptional written and digital communication abilities
Proficiency and comfort with public speaking, including at events, meetings, and in other public settings to support the Society
Demonstrated success in legislative affairs, advocacy, or public policy engagement
Preferred
Prior experience working with or leading volunteer-driven organizations
Company
Nebraska Society of CPAs
The Nebraska Society of CPAs is an active professional organization of certified public accountants (CPAs) working together to improve the profession and serve the public interest.
Founded in 1928
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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