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MOHAI is treasured locally and respected nationally as a vibrant resource where history inspires us to build a better future. To serve our region, we bridge the past, present, and future by collecting, preserving, and sharing stories through compelling, innovative exhibits and community engagement.
Reports to: Executive Director (ED)
Location: MOHAI McQuaid Resource Center in Georgetown
Classification: Exempt; Full-time (30 hours/week); Salaried
Schedule: Monday – Friday, as agreed
Rate of Pay: $125,000 – $145,000 per year
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; holiday, vacation, and sick pay; 403(b) plan
Position Description :
The Chief Financial Officer is a trusted partner of the Executive Director, team, and Board of Trustees and serves as the principal financial representative for the organization. This person oversees all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. They work closely with ED on long-term financial planning and decision-making. They also work closely with the ED and Board leadership on the museum’s capital project and sustainability initiatives, aligning financial strategy with the museum’s mission and strategic goals. This individual will serve as the key liaison to the Finance & Audit Committee and will be responsible for the audit & Form 990. They oversee the organization’s banking institutions, investment portfolio advisors, insurance/risk management company, auditor, benefits broker, and others as required. The CFO manages a team of three and supervises the Controller.
Key Responsibilities :
- Direct fiscal operations, to include all accounting functions, payroll and benefits, compliance, insurance, and risk management.
- Responsible for financial reporting, including revenues and expenses, balance sheets, contributed support, investment portfolio, funds management, and capital projects.
- Ensure that all interactions are culturally responsive, respectful, and based on a foundation of MOHAI’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
- Provide oversight and strategic analysis of the museum’s operating budget, ensuring compliance with budget goals and identifying areas for revenue enhancements and expense controls.
- Provide oversight and strategic analysis for the museum’s capital budget, working in collaboration with the ED, Board, and external project management team.
- Develop and maintain financial forecasting models that support long-term planning and decision-making. Provide analytic input into multi-year sustainability initiatives in coordination with ED and Board.
- Report on the museum’s financial performance to the ED and staff, including regular updates on budget performance, forecasts, sustainability initiatives, and financial risks and opportunities.
- Prepare and present financial updates to the Board, providing analysis and recommendations as needed.
- Coordinate with the Controller to ensure timely and accurate accounting operations and compliance with all federal, state, local, and contractual requirements and regulatory deadlines.
- Maintain a sound financial control environment. Monitor internal controls.
- Oversee annual financial statement audit and Form 990 preparation, working with a CPA firm.
- Serve as backup to Controller to prepare and submit biweekly payroll.
- Oversee all aspects of risk management and related insurance policies.
- Maintain partnership and fulfill lease requirements with City of Seattle Parks & Recreation Department.
- Review museum contracts and agreements for consistency,