About the role
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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