Comptroller

THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS•Washington, DC

8h•$128 - $150

About The Position

The Comptroller plays a crucial leadership role in the museum's financial management and oversight. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the organization’s missions and goals. The Comptroller is a full-time, exempt position, reports to the Chief Financial Officer and supervises two direct reports. Functions may include, but are not limited to: Financial Management · Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the museum · Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency and ensure accuracy. · Manage budgeting processes, working closely with department heads to develop and monitor budgets Accounting and Reporting · Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using Sage Intacct and Tessitura · Prepare and analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements · Generate regular financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, providing insights into the organization's financial health · Complete monthly Morgan Stanley investment bank reconciliation. Compliance and Audit · Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements · Coordinate and facilitate external audits, working with auditors to provide necessary documentation and address any audit findings Financial Planning and Strategy · Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term financial strategies aligned with the organization's mission and goals · Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making processes Team Management · Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment · Conduct regular performance evaluations and professional development opportunities for finance team members Relationship-Building · Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, donors, auditors, and other key stakeholders · Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field with track record of success in a senior finance role demonstrating effective nonprofit financial management.
Comprehensive knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
Proficiency in financial software, Sage Intacct, Tessitura and Microsoft Office highly desirable
Excellent leadership and team management abilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and lead financial initiatives
Commitment to the organization's mission and values
High ethical standards and integrity

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the museum
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency and ensure accuracy.
Manage budgeting processes, working closely with department heads to develop and monitor budgets
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using Sage Intacct and Tessitura
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Generate regular financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, providing insights into the organization's financial health
Complete monthly Morgan Stanley investment bank reconciliation.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
Coordinate and facilitate external audits, working with auditors to provide necessary documentation and address any audit findings
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term financial strategies aligned with the organization's mission and goals
Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making processes
Supervise and mentor finance staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
Conduct regular performance evaluations and professional development opportunities for finance team members
Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, donors, auditors, and other key stakeholders
Other duties as assigned.