Chief Financial Officer

Hands On Children's Museum•Olympia, WA

16h•$110,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Hands On Children’s Museum is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee finance, human resources, information technology, and organizational risk management. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping the future of a growing nonprofit that’s making a real difference. As CFO, you will work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team to guide financial strategy, nurture workplace culture, ensure our technology supports our growth, and guide our long-term sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
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.
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, business property and liability insurance, business licenses, and government filings.
Extend financial expertise to all museum departments, effectively supporting café and retail operations, visitor services, education programs, facilities, communications, and development.
Partner with the senior leadership team to stay connected with staff and help build a workplace culture where everyone feels supported, listened to, and encouraged to grow.