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The Philanthropic Staffing Group is pleased to notify you of a new search  we are conducting.  If you think this opportunity may interest a qualified colleague, please forward posting. 

POSITION: Director of Finance

LOCATION: NEW YORK,NY

SALARY: $110K - $130K

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Job Summary:
The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the museum’s general ledger, producing financial reports for internal and external financial statement users and supervising the day-to-day operations of the financial reporting and accounting functions. The Director of Finance manages budget oversight and actual expenses for the operation fund and grant programs.

 

Key Job Elements:   
Strategic Responsibilities

  • Responsible for monitoring and reporting on total financial operations

  • As integral member of Management Team work with Executive Director, other division directors to provide oversight of museum operations

  • As outlined in the Investment Policy, responsible for the implementation and ongoing surveillance of the investment program; responsible for adhering to all investment guidelines established by the finance committee

  • Provide training of relevant staff to ensure compliance in the completion of financial documents and procedures

  • Oversees the safeguarding of fixed assets

  • Responsible for internal control system of the organization

  • Understand and ensure compliance of IRS regulations with regard to 501(c)(3) organization regulations

  • Establish processing and reporting schedules

  • Responsible for integrity of accounting systems including: software, hardware, files, storage, space and accounting manuals, policies and procedures

  • Work closely with Director of Human Resources on retirement plans, payroll and benefit issues

  • Review bi-weekly payroll input and 403(b) deposits

Financial Statements & Reporting

  • Final financial statement reporting and review

  • Management reports (projections, budgets, construction, etc.)

  • Work with department and division heads and Executive Director on budget progress throughout the year

  • Provide additional analysis to assess organizational trends and strengths or areas of improvement

Experience and Skills We’re Looking For

  • Proven effectiveness managing others, empowering them to make decisions

  • Experience effectively communicating key data, including presentation to senior management, the Board or other stakeholders 

  • Polished writing and speaking ability and strong interpersonal skills

  • Demonstrated time management skills and detail-orientation

  • Analytical and report writing skills

  • Access and employ job related computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office, Office 365, MIP Sage Fund Accounting at an effective proficiency level

 

Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter with resume by email to: rbressler@tpsgusa.com​ with “Director of Finance” in the subject line.

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