Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job at Confidential, Garrison, NY

RllUMm9YWXVUU3RscTZKZC9EVUxWVXM2M1E9PQ==
  • Confidential
  • Garrison, NY

Job Description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About the Company

Well-regarded historic house museum

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

Type
Nonprofit

Founded
1961

Employees
11-50

Specialties

  • historic preservation
  • decorative arts
  • museum education
  • gardens
  • and american history

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its senior leadership team. The CFO will be a key partner in maintaining the financial operations, providing insightful reports and analyses, and establishing procedures to ensure the organization's fiscal health. This role requires a highly skilled and experienced financial executive with a background in high-level management, particularly in nonprofit or cultural institutions. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, familiar with generally accepted accounting principles, and possess strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Specific responsibilities for the CFO include managing all financial aspects, acting as the primary staff contact for the Board's finance and investment committees, and developing long-range financial plans in line with the organization's strategic priorities. Applicants for the CFO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an advanced degree preferred, and 5 to 8 years' experience in a leadership finance role, particularly in cultural or nonprofit settings. Knowledge of GAAP, accrual-based accounting practices, and experience with annual audits are essential. The role also demands a high level of emotional intelligence, strong business instincts, and a proven track record of performance. The CFO will be expected to work closely with the Executive Director, the Board, and various departments to manage budgets, financial reports, and strategic goals. Additionally, the role involves overseeing IT and records retention, supporting retail operations, and managing relationships with external partners. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a collaborative ethos, capable of building consensus and working in a spirit of mutual trust.

Hiring Manager Title
Executive Director

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • Finance
  • Operations
Confidential

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

ClickOut Media

Remote Korean Web3 Content Freelance Writer & Translator Job at ClickOut Media

 ...Korean Web3 Content Freelance Writer & Translator Remote Permanent or Full-time Contractor Competitive package About Us: ClickOut Media is not just a company its a thriving ecosystem of diverse talent from around the globe. As a proudly... 

PetSitter.com

Pet Sitter Wanted - Planned A Vacation In April. Need Pet Sitter While I’m On Vacation. Job at PetSitter.com

Posting:Looking for pet sitter for my 2 cats while Im on vacation. Involves daily feeding, changing their water, may need to scoop litter box. Also need to spend a little time visiting with them. May need plant watering once. Need for April 2023. Must have interview... 

Dexian

Data Entry Clerk Job at Dexian

Accountable for production and performance within the Inbound Correspondence & Specialty Fulfillment (ICSF) Records Management Department, a high-volume and productivity driven environment. Attention-to-detail is a must, as the primary function of this role is to review...

Lincoln Property Company

Commercial Assistant Property Manager Job at Lincoln Property Company

 ...Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged...  ...this time, we are not working with any agencies. The Assistant Property Manager supports the Property Manager(s) and others in managing... 

U.S. Army

Army Military Police (31B) Job at U.S. Army

 ...Military Police, youll protect peoples lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. Youll...  ...Centrally located Education and Financial Advisors ~ Travel ~ Civilian Employment Assistance ~ Interview opportunities upon...