Mitchell Berman for Congress: Deputy Finance Director

Deputy Finance DirectorJoin 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.ResponsibilitiesWork with Campaign Manager to set fundraising goals and develop quarterly finance plansManage a team of finance staff, including the Finance Manager, finance assistants, interns, and other junior staffAlong with Campaign Manager, coordinate outreach to potential partners and manage existing relationships with national partnersPrepare regular updates on overall fundraising performanceAssist with compliance oversight and manage as neededCall TimeDevelop and implement best practices and systems for call time, donor research, and data managementStaff call time as needed (take notes, track follow-ups, etc.); prepare call lists, and train and manage call time assistants as the finance department growsPlan and organize call time schedule, including prioritizing various call universes, coordinating the candidate schedule with the Campaign ManagerEventsWork with hosts to build out high-dollar fundraisersBuild relationships with event hosts and other major donorsStaff the candidate at eventsPotential for occasional travel to events in other statesAnalyticsTrack and report on fundraising performance against goals, providing regular updates to the Campaign ManagerMaintain and analyze fundraising data to identify trends, prioritize outreach, and inform strategyBuild and refine dashboards or reports to give the campaign real-time visibility into finance metricsEvaluate call time and event ROI to help allocate the candidate's time effectivelyIdentify and research prospective donors to continuously expand the campaign's fundraising universeGrowthAs 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 performanceFor the right candidate, there is a path to promotion to Finance Director as the campaign scalesQualifications & ExperienceStrong 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 welcomeDemonstrated ability to manage relationships and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholdersExperience managing or mentoring othersAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentCampaign experience a plus, but not required; a willingness to learn the landscape quickly is essentialCompensation & Logistics$4,500$5,500/month, based on experience and qualifications$500/month healthcare reimbursement stipendThis is an in-person position