Chief Financial Officer

Hands On Children's Museum•Olympia, WA

9d•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a strategic leader who thrives in mission-driven environments? We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee finance, human resources, information technology, and organizational risk management.

Requirements

A seasoned financial leader with nonprofit expertise
A collaborative manager who values people and systems
Someone who thrives in mission-driven environments
Skilled in HR, IT, and insurance oversight
Passionate about purpose and performance
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s, CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred)
Minimum 7–10 years of senior financial leadership experience with strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting and GAAP.
Proven experience managing HR, IT, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in a professional manner.
Thrive in a collaborative work environment and interface well with leadership, staff, and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
Able to define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and create solutions.
Consistently demonstrate ethics, trust, and integrity.
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours for Museum events.

Nice To Haves

Master’s, CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the Museum’s annual operating budget and collaborate closely with the Finance Manager and supervise daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities.
Monitor fiscal performance and report progress to department managers, the Board Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors throughout the year.
Lead HR and IT operations with vision and integrity, manage consultants, manage business property and liability insurance, business licenses, and government filings.
Partner with the senior leadership team to stay connected with staff and help build a workplace culture here everyone feels supported, listened to, and encouraged to grow.