Director of Finance

The Director of Finance is responsible for ensuring organizational effectiveness and accountability by supporting PS1’s accounting and financial functions, ensuring that the institution’s financial records are maintained in compliance with museum policies and GAAP. The Director of Finance partners with the Deputy Director to oversee the overall financial management, planning, systems and controls for PS1. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate clearly and successfully juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. He/she/they are responsive and adapt quickly to change, embracing challenges and championing the advancement of financial planning tools, systems, controls and analyses.

The Director of Finance’s main responsibilities include the oversight and day-to-day management of all accounting activities including: accounts payable; accounts receivables; cash management; preparing, reviewing and posting journal entries; reconciling balance sheet, bank, and investment accounts; and bi-weekly payroll. The Director of Finance leverages the accounting systems and develops, analyzes, and presents monthly financial reports in an accurate and timely manner to department heads, senior leadership and The Board of Trustees. The Director of Finance also develops and tracks the museum’s annual budget, monitors the institution’s financial status and health, and communicates with senior leadership about trends, changes, and recommendations. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader and have an ability to adjust financial plans and expectations as the museum’s priorities shift.

We recognize that a successful candidate will meet many of the requirements listed on this job description, but may not meet 100% of the qualifications. If much of this job description describes you, we encourage you to apply for this role.