Interim Director of Finance

Job Description

Job Description

A prominent Los Angeles-based museum n is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Finance to provide hands-on financial leadership and operational support during a transitional period. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance professional with strong nonprofit, fund accounting, and financial systems experience.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee NetSuite and financial planning systems administration
• Manage accounting period close processes, including lock/unlock functions
• Review and approve journal entries while ensuring proper internal controls and segregation of duties
• Support system governance, compliance, and financial reporting processes
• Manage banking activities and cash transfers
• Oversee restricted cash transactions and fund transfers
• Review sales tax compliance and assess potential liabilities
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports
• Calculate and allocate service fees
• Process commissions and related payments
• Lead fund accounting activities and reconciliations
• Maintain and improve reconciliation processes for restricted and designated funds
• Support annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting
• Provide financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
• Ensure compliance with donor and foundation requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Significant finance leadership experience within nonprofit, higher education, arts, cultural, or mission-driven organizations
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting and financial reporting
• Experience with NetSuite required; budgeting and planning systems experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in an interim or consulting capacity
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

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