Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Chief Financial Officer
Association Of Zoos & Aquariums, Melbourne, Florida, United States, 32935
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Primary direct responsibilities include: Strategic Planning Develop, oversee, and prepare the ECZF annual operating and capital budgets process with assistance from the Executive Leadership Team and input from the Board of Directors. Prepare and assist with updating the Aquarium's financial model for short and long-term planning purposes. Develop and monitor capital expenditures. Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities in all aspects of the ECZF. Analyze, evaluate, and advise on the impact of revenue trends, long-range planning, forecasting, and the introduction of new programs, ROI, strategies, and regulatory action, along with revenue optimization. Strategic thinker with proven ability to align financial strategies with organizational mission. Mentor and develop finance department staff. Serves as Advisor to the Board of Directors’ Finance/Audit Committee. Executive Leadership Relations Serve as a key business partner to the CEO and COO. Support the Executive Leadership team by providing the team with the information they need to effectively manage their budgets. Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Executive Leadership Team to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions. Maintain positive relationships with bankers, auditors, vendors, and city/county representatives, and work with financial institutions to secure and maintain lines of credit or other resources as needed. Financial Operations Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance + Accounting functions of the organization. Manage and oversee new loans and financing for the Bowen Aquarium. Manage the external audit process and produce the audited financial statements as well as implement auditor recommendations. Complete all requests for reimbursement and/or appropriation of sales tax funds. Submit the appropriate application and data to the Tax Authority administrator. Prepare a variety of financial reports, including monthly financial statements, capital project reports, operational reports, and others as needed. Examine and analyze all financial documents for potential errors and trends in revenues and expenses. Develop metrics for measuring financial performance across all ECZF operations. Ensure timely reporting of financial information to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and other representatives as appropriate. Provide all necessary information for the receipt of and reporting for grants. Oversee applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations for financial and tax reporting. Manage payroll and assist with the implementation of wage and hour regulations. Oversee the accounting of restricted donations and appropriations from private and public sources. Maintain proper cash management procedures and optimize cash flow. Lead the further development and oversight of the organization-wide budgeting process. Monitor budget variances and implement corrective actions as necessary. Position Requirements » Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field; master’s degree in a similar field preferred. » Minimum fifteen (15) years progressive financial experience, including at least 5–7 years in a senior financial leadership role (e.g., CFO or VP of Finance). » Experience as a senior-level administrator in a matrixed environment. » Current Certified Public Accountant certification, CMA, and/or MBA, preferred. » Experience in a not-for-profit organization and in-depth knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and internal controls, preferred. Skills + Competencies Strategic Financial Leadership » Proven ability to develop and execute long-term financial strategy aligned with organizational mission and goals. » Demonstrates motivational and problem-solving acumen with a high degree of integrity and ethics. » Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and ROI analysis to inform strategic decision-making. » Experience with capital project financing, including planning and management of large-scale, multi-year initiatives. Accounting + Compliance Expertise » Experience managing audits, tax filings, financial statements, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. » Proficiency in managing restricted donations and public funding appropriations. » Understanding of the elements of a strong internal control environment. Operational and Analytical Acumen » Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data. » Ability to establish and track KPIs and other metrics to monitor organizational performance. » Skilled in cash flow management, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial risk mitigation. Leadership + Team Management » Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring finance teams. » Experience collaborating cross-functionally with senior leadership and program teams. » Skilled at building a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Communication + Board Engagement » Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to distill financial information for non-financial audiences. » Comfortable presenting to and advising Board members and Finance/Audit Committees. » Ability to foster trust and influence among diverse internal and external stakeholders. Technological Proficiency » Proficiency with financial management software and payroll systems. Sage Intacct, Raiser’s Edge (donor database), and Paycor, preferred. » Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills. Mission Alignment + Sector Knowledge » Passion for conservation, education, and environmental impact. » Understanding of nonprofit financial dynamics, particularly in capital campaigns and mission-driven organizations, preferred. » Ability to balance financial stewardship with programmatic investment and innovation. Adaptability + Resilience » Comfortable navigating ambiguity and organizational growth. » Able to manage competing priorities and shifting timelines with composure. » Entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. While direct knowledge and experience in a Zoo, Aquarium, or environmentally focused mission area are not required, the ideal candidate will be passionate about animal well-being, education, conservation, and our environment and will understand the value proposition of our organization, our local communities, and the global community of conservationists.
How to Apply
To apply, please email
www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches Kindly use the position title as the subject line of your email. All inquiries will be held in confidence. A cover letter is not required with your initial application but is welcomed to help us understand your fitness for this role during our initial evaluation. Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to provide a thoughtful letter of interest indicating their specific qualifications for the opportunity, desire to join ECZF, and connection to its mission. Example: the mailing address, email address, fax number or website the applicant should use to apply. Company Info Company Name Address City State Company Phone Company Fax Company Website Company Twitter Username Company Facebook Page About the Company Company Logo/Avatar JPG and GIF only, recommended size of 100x100 pixels. Contact Info Please enter your contact information below. This is for communication purposes only and will not display on your listing.
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Primary direct responsibilities include: Strategic Planning Develop, oversee, and prepare the ECZF annual operating and capital budgets process with assistance from the Executive Leadership Team and input from the Board of Directors. Prepare and assist with updating the Aquarium's financial model for short and long-term planning purposes. Develop and monitor capital expenditures. Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities in all aspects of the ECZF. Analyze, evaluate, and advise on the impact of revenue trends, long-range planning, forecasting, and the introduction of new programs, ROI, strategies, and regulatory action, along with revenue optimization. Strategic thinker with proven ability to align financial strategies with organizational mission. Mentor and develop finance department staff. Serves as Advisor to the Board of Directors’ Finance/Audit Committee. Executive Leadership Relations Serve as a key business partner to the CEO and COO. Support the Executive Leadership team by providing the team with the information they need to effectively manage their budgets. Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Executive Leadership Team to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions. Maintain positive relationships with bankers, auditors, vendors, and city/county representatives, and work with financial institutions to secure and maintain lines of credit or other resources as needed. Financial Operations Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance + Accounting functions of the organization. Manage and oversee new loans and financing for the Bowen Aquarium. Manage the external audit process and produce the audited financial statements as well as implement auditor recommendations. Complete all requests for reimbursement and/or appropriation of sales tax funds. Submit the appropriate application and data to the Tax Authority administrator. Prepare a variety of financial reports, including monthly financial statements, capital project reports, operational reports, and others as needed. Examine and analyze all financial documents for potential errors and trends in revenues and expenses. Develop metrics for measuring financial performance across all ECZF operations. Ensure timely reporting of financial information to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and other representatives as appropriate. Provide all necessary information for the receipt of and reporting for grants. Oversee applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations for financial and tax reporting. Manage payroll and assist with the implementation of wage and hour regulations. Oversee the accounting of restricted donations and appropriations from private and public sources. Maintain proper cash management procedures and optimize cash flow. Lead the further development and oversight of the organization-wide budgeting process. Monitor budget variances and implement corrective actions as necessary. Position Requirements » Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field; master’s degree in a similar field preferred. » Minimum fifteen (15) years progressive financial experience, including at least 5–7 years in a senior financial leadership role (e.g., CFO or VP of Finance). » Experience as a senior-level administrator in a matrixed environment. » Current Certified Public Accountant certification, CMA, and/or MBA, preferred. » Experience in a not-for-profit organization and in-depth knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and internal controls, preferred. Skills + Competencies Strategic Financial Leadership » Proven ability to develop and execute long-term financial strategy aligned with organizational mission and goals. » Demonstrates motivational and problem-solving acumen with a high degree of integrity and ethics. » Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and ROI analysis to inform strategic decision-making. » Experience with capital project financing, including planning and management of large-scale, multi-year initiatives. Accounting + Compliance Expertise » Experience managing audits, tax filings, financial statements, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. » Proficiency in managing restricted donations and public funding appropriations. » Understanding of the elements of a strong internal control environment. Operational and Analytical Acumen » Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data. » Ability to establish and track KPIs and other metrics to monitor organizational performance. » Skilled in cash flow management, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial risk mitigation. Leadership + Team Management » Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring finance teams. » Experience collaborating cross-functionally with senior leadership and program teams. » Skilled at building a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Communication + Board Engagement » Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to distill financial information for non-financial audiences. » Comfortable presenting to and advising Board members and Finance/Audit Committees. » Ability to foster trust and influence among diverse internal and external stakeholders. Technological Proficiency » Proficiency with financial management software and payroll systems. Sage Intacct, Raiser’s Edge (donor database), and Paycor, preferred. » Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills. Mission Alignment + Sector Knowledge » Passion for conservation, education, and environmental impact. » Understanding of nonprofit financial dynamics, particularly in capital campaigns and mission-driven organizations, preferred. » Ability to balance financial stewardship with programmatic investment and innovation. Adaptability + Resilience » Comfortable navigating ambiguity and organizational growth. » Able to manage competing priorities and shifting timelines with composure. » Entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. While direct knowledge and experience in a Zoo, Aquarium, or environmentally focused mission area are not required, the ideal candidate will be passionate about animal well-being, education, conservation, and our environment and will understand the value proposition of our organization, our local communities, and the global community of conservationists.
How to Apply
To apply, please email
www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches Kindly use the position title as the subject line of your email. All inquiries will be held in confidence. A cover letter is not required with your initial application but is welcomed to help us understand your fitness for this role during our initial evaluation. Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to provide a thoughtful letter of interest indicating their specific qualifications for the opportunity, desire to join ECZF, and connection to its mission. Example: the mailing address, email address, fax number or website the applicant should use to apply. Company Info Company Name Address City State Company Phone Company Fax Company Website Company Twitter Username Company Facebook Page About the Company Company Logo/Avatar JPG and GIF only, recommended size of 100x100 pixels. Contact Info Please enter your contact information below. This is for communication purposes only and will not display on your listing.
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