Mitchell Berman for Congress: Deputy Finance Director

Deputy Finance Director

Join our team at Mitchell Berman for Congress as we work to flip a swing district in WI-01 and send an ER nurse to Washington to fix a broken system.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing team and play a central role in one of the most high-profile congressional races in the country. The Deputy Finance Director will have a significant impact on the campaign's fundraising operation from the ground up, working closely with senior leadership at a critical moment in the race.

Responsibilities

• Work with Campaign Manager to set fundraising goals and develop quarterly finance plans
• Manage a team of finance staff, including the Finance Manager, finance assistants, interns, and other junior staff
• Along with Campaign Manager, coordinate outreach to potential partners and manage existing relationships with national partners
• Prepare regular updates on overall fundraising performance
• Assist with compliance oversight and manage as needed

Call Time

• Develop and implement best practices and systems for call time, donor research, and data management
• Staff call time as needed (take notes, track follow-ups, etc.); prepare call lists, and train and manage call time assistants as the finance department grows
• Plan and organize call time schedule, including prioritizing various call universes, coordinating the candidate schedule with the Campaign Manager

Events

• Work with hosts to build out high-dollar fundraisers
• Build relationships with event hosts and other major donors
• Staff the candidate at events
• Potential for occasional travel to events in other states

Analytics

• Track and report on fundraising performance against goals, providing regular updates to the Campaign Manager
• Maintain and analyze fundraising data to identify trends, prioritize outreach, and inform strategy
• Build and refine dashboards or reports to give the campaign real-time visibility into finance metrics
• Evaluate call time and event ROI to help allocate the candidate's time effectively
• Identify and research prospective donors to continuously expand the campaign's fundraising universe

Growth

• As the campaign grows, the Deputy Finance Director will take on increasing leadership responsibilities across the finance operation, with expanding scope commensurate with the campaign's needs and the candidate's performance
• For the right candidate, there is a path to promotion to Finance Director as the campaign scales

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with 2-4 years experience tracking performance, managing data, or working in a metrics-driven environment; backgrounds in analytics, consulting, or similar fields are welcome
• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders
• Experience managing or mentoring others
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Campaign experience a plus, but not required; a willingness to learn the landscape quickly is essential

Compensation & Logistics

• $4,500$5,500/month, based on experience and qualifications
• $500/month healthcare reimbursement stipend
• This is an in-person position