Hands On Children's Museum-posted about 24 hours ago
$110,000 - $140,000/Yr
Full-time • Executive
Onsite • Olympia, WA

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. In this role, you will develop and manage the Museum’s annual operating budget and collaborate closely with the Finance Manager and supervise daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities. You will monitor fiscal performance and report progress to department managers, the Board Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors throughout the year. You will lead HR and IT operations with vision and integrity, manage consultants, manage business property and liability insurance, business licenses, and government filings. Your financial expertise will extend to all museum departments -- effectively supporting café and retail operations, visitor services, education programs, facilities, communications, and development. Although much of this role focuses on financials, our greatest asset is our people — the team that brings the museum’s mission to life every day. In this role, you’ll 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.

  • 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
  • Guide our long-term sustainability
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Master’s, CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
  • comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • paid time off
  • holidays
  • Museum membership
  • free family passes
  • discounts in the Playday Café and Museum giftshop
  • preschool and camp discounts for employees
  • daily access to play in all HOCM exhibits!
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