Finance Director

MUSEUM SUMMARY

Plimoth Patuxet Museums is a living history museum of the 17th-century that provides engaging and experiential outdoor and indoor learning environments on its main campus, and at Mayflower II on Plymouth’s waterfront, and at the Plimoth Grist Mill. Our permanent exhibits tell the complex and interwoven stories of two distinct cultures - English and Wampanoag.

Operating on a remarkable property overlooking Cape Cod Bay, Plimoth Patuxet brings the story of the United States’ early foundation to life for hundreds of thousands of visitors each year since its founding in 1947. The main exhibits are enhanced with an exciting array of special events, public programs and workshops that offer a rich and diverse exploration of the 17th-century.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Director has a background in financial management, budgeting, and reporting, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The Finance Manager manages a team of two full-time employees and is a hands on member of the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational goals.
• Oversees the department responsible for financial reporting, billing, collections, and budget preparation.
• Preparation and monitoring of the annual budgets working directly with department heads in planning and controlling expenses (capital, cash, and operating).
• Oversees preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Lead the monthly close including preparing and recording journal entries, analyzing G/L accounts, recording adjusting journal entries and accruing expenses each month.
• Prepare analysis and balance sheet reconciliation of various accounts.
• Ensure State and Federal tax compliance, reporting, payments and record keeping.
• Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
• Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit.
• Presents recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure the financial health of the organization.
• Implement strategies for effective cash management.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Maintain financial information for grant submittals and reports, including submitting all required data for granting agencies.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Extensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office Programs; ADP payroll systems and general ledger accounting systems

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting;
• Five years of non-profit fund accounting experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.