Senior Director, Finance presso ArtWorks

Description

Job Title: Senior Director of Finance

Wage Range: $38.46-$46.15 per hour.

Position Type: Part Time, Exempt estimated 20-25 hrs/week

Reports to: CEO + Artistic Director

Start Date: January 5th, 2026

Job Description 

The Senior Director of Finance will be a hands-on, collaborative leader with responsibility and oversight for finance including accounting and risk mitigation. The role directs and oversees the financial activities of the organization, prepares current financial reports and summaries, and creates forecasts predicting future growth.

The role is a key member of the senior leadership team. Candidates should be proficient in driving strategic initiatives, taking initiative, creating systems and tools to guide organizational decisions and operational excellence in financial management and analysis. This position reports directly to the CEO + Artistic Director and works closely with the board finance committee and the Treasurer. The position manages one direct report who handles the day-to-day accounting, payroll, and benefit transactions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Finance (80%)

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, and variance analysis. Update and maintain ongoing forecasts. 
• Provide budgeting guidance, economic climate review, trend forecasting and business model analysis. 
• Prepare financial statements for senior leadership and Finance Committee meetings, including statements of activities, financial position, and cash flows. 
• Participate in Finance Committee and Board of Trustee meetings, present financial statements and work closely with the Treasurer in preparation for those meetings.
• Support all financial aspects of project/program and grants accounting.
• Liaison with external audit and tax relationships and ensure all regulatory requirements are met. 
• Authorize bank transactions and ACH payments.
• Maintain internal controls, operating procedures, and documentation over accounting transaction to minimize risk.
• Montor accounts receivable and accounts paying including follow up with donors and vendors on outstanding items as needed
• Work with staff for procurement and negotiation for material spend and large contracts with key vendors including audit and tax provider, technology partner, insurance carrier, business equipment providers, facilities, merchant services, and other suppliers.

Legal and Risk (20%)

• Manage relationship with insurance carrier and ensure appropriate liability coverage for operations.
• Elevate any potential areas of risk and strategies for risk mitigation to leadership. 
• Perform final review and signature authority for all material agreements and contracts.  
• Archive and document contracts and ensure all regulatory requirements are met.
• Maintain organizational policies, update as appropriate and ensure compliance to mitigate organizational risk.
• Oversee vendors and providers for efficiency, cost savings and service delivery.

Requirements

Qualifications and experiences: 

• Minimum of a B.A. major in accounting or finance. CPA or masters a plus.
• At least 5-7 years of overall professional experience; ideally with experience in broad financial and administrative management roles.
• Understanding of GAAP specifically related to not-for-profit organizations.
• Skilled in MS Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, with knowledge and understanding of QuickBooks 
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
• A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced not-for-profit environment.

ArtWorks is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building and retaining a diverse team. We believe in creating an inclusive workplace which harnesses each voice to collectively advance ArtWorks’ mission. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals and other marginalized applicants.