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 hiring@bermanforcongress.com 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