Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, members of the senior leadership team, and the Board of Directors on the financial performance, planning, and opportunities of the overall organization.
• Develop, implement, and monitor financial strategies, plans, and forecasting models in
conjunction with leadership and the Board.
• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and
procedures, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Acceptable Accounting
Principles standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the organization’s annual budget process.
• Manage all financial aspects of the ongoing relationship with the State of North Carolina.
• Lead and inspire staff working in the Finance, HR, and IT departments.
• Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls and financial
management policies and procedures.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with the Board, Finance and Audit, Investment, and
Executive Committees, and present to the full Board at meetings and events.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree from a four-year college or university in business,
accounting, or finance; or six to eight years related experience and/or training; or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA and/or CMA license preferred. Non-profit experience a plus.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The hiring range for this role is
$130,000 - $150,000 with a generous benefits package. The exact salary that will be offered to
the CFO will be determined based on a consideration of the successful candidate’s skills,
experience, and aligned with North Carolina Aquarium Society’s compensation policies.
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disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance
expressing interest online, please email NonprofitSearchOps@divsearch.com. If you are
selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an
accommodation for the interview process.
The North Carolina Aquarium Society is an is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is
open to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or
status as a covered veteran.
This position is based in Raleigh, NC and the selected candidate must live within 60 miles of
the office.