Finance Director
Location: Sacramento, CA
Compensation: $7,500/month
Duration: July to December (with possibility of extension)
Preferred Start Date: 7/6/2026
Deadline: Open Until Filled
To Apply
To apply, please email a resume in a PDF format to nairka@maiforus.com with a list of three references with the subject line “Finance Director - [First, Last NAME].”
Please respond to the following questions in the body of the email. As a note, candidates that don’t respond to these questions won’t be considered for the position.
Are you willing to relocate to Sacramento, California for the Finance Director position?
When is your earliest start date?
References will not be contacted until the final round of interview.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Finance Director to lead the campaign's fundraising operation in California's 7th Congressional District. As the campaign's lead fundraiser, you will build and execute a comprehensive finance plan, manage a growing finance team, and cultivate the donor relationships needed to power a competitive race. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to help build something meaningful.
Primary Responsibilities
Draft and execute a comprehensive campaign finance plan that includes call time, events, in and out-of-state fundraisers, meetings with donors, and digital fundraising.
Develop and oversee fundraising projections, cash flow, revenue tracking, and budgeting in collaboration with the Campaign Manager.
Serve as the campaign's lead fundraiser, cultivating relationships with donors, bundlers, PACs, campaign partners, and national stakeholders.
Develop and execute creative strategies to maximize existing fundraising programs and identify new revenue opportunities.
Train and manage finance staff, including a call time manager, finance associate, and house party team.
Work with the finance team and campaign manager to oversee call-time programs with the candidate, expand existing donor databases, and plan fundraising events.
Duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
At least one full cycle of campaign finance experience,
Familiarity with PDI (the California version of NPG Van), ActBlue, Numero, Quo, Google Drive, and spreadsheets.
Previous Warchest and Call Time experience.
Exceptional organizational and communications skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and discretion.
An ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and an ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
Willingness to work nontraditional hours and weekends in the weeks leading up to the general.
Experience working with women of color in leadership positions preferred
Culture Fit (non-negotiable)
We are a progressive, mission-driven, values-oriented campaign that believes high standards and kindness can coexist.
We are looking for someone who is collaborative, humble, solutions-oriented, and respectful under pressure.
We value people who leave their ego at the door, support their teammates, and enjoy building something meaningful together.
Hiring Process
Screening interview - 20 min
Skills test - a few bullet points on how you will approach writing a finance plan for a $2 million budget. We will accept a finance plan of at least $1 million drafted for another race by you
Skills round with Campaign Manager and 1-2 more team members - 45 mins
Final round with candidate - 45 mins
Mai Vang for Congress is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities.
About the Campaign
Mai is the daughter of Hmong refugees, born and raised in Sacramento. Mai’s parents fled war in Laos and arrived in California to find a new life.
As the oldest of 16 children, she helped raise her siblings while working hard to build a career dedicated to helping her community thrive. Mai is a proud product of public schools and was the first in her family to attend college. As a young organizer, Mai returned home to serve the community that raised and supported her.
Mai Vang is running in California's 7th Congressional District. During the primary, the campaign raised nearly $1 million, finished first, and advanced to the general election against incumbent Doris Matsui.
