Mitchell Berman for Congress: Deputy Finance Director

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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.

To apply, please email [email protected] with your resume, your availability to start on the ground in Wisconsin, and a brief note explaining your interest in the role.

Responsibilities

Management

• 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