CFO

$120,000 - $140,000/Yr

J.B Speed Art Museum - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Senior

Louisville, KY

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the Speed Art Museum is a strategic financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance functions, supporting the museum's mission during its capital campaign and centennial celebration. The CFO will lead a team to manage financial resources, ensure organizational excellence, and provide financial insights to the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and finance functions, including forecasting, reporting, and financial activities.
• Oversee the preparation, analysis, and presentation of financial reports for museum management and the Board of Trustees.
• Develop and implement practices that support long-term financial growth and stability.
• Manage relationships with banking institutions and investment managers.
• Identify opportunities for affiliations, partnerships, and business relationships for the Museum.
• Oversee the annual budget development process and monitor performance against budget.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy team on financial matters related to donor stewardship and gift planning.
• Review and advise on contracts and outsourcing arrangements in collaboration with the Chief Operating and Business Officer.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team aligned with the Museum's values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant credentials (CPA, MBA) preferred.
• 8-10 years of financial leadership experience in either non-profit or for-profit organizations.
• Proven financial leadership in medium-sized organizations; not-for-profit experience is valued but not required.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Tech-savvy and data-driven, capable of analyzing trends and financial metrics.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience building relationships with institutional leadership, external partners, and the public.
• Familiarity with tax and accounting regulations for non-profits.
• Proven ability to drive growth and manage ambitious timelines.

Benefits

• Paid time off