Strategic CFO for Growth & Expansion (Nonprofit)

Children's Museum of Manhattan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free museum admission

Comprehensive benefits package

401(a) / 403B retirement plan

Job summary

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan seeks a visionary Chief Financial Officer to steer financial strategy during a high-growth phase. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO partners with senior leadership to manage a $300M capital project, oversee scaled operations, and modernize financial systems for long-term sustainability.

Experience as a CFO in a complex non-profit is required, with CPA and MBA or equivalent. The role emphasizes governance, risk management, and ethical leadership for a national

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as a CFO or senior financial leader in a non-profit or cultural organization.
• Expertise in non-profit GAAP, endowment management, capital projects, and grant compliance.
• Mature governance support with transparent communication to CEO and Board.
• Experience guiding growth through organizational scaling or capital transitions.
• Educational credentials include CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced financial training.
• Ability to deliver decisive, innovative financial storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Partner with CEO and executive team to model business plans for scaled multi-site operations and doubled budget.
• Drive financial strategy for a $300M capital project and debt/cash management.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, audits, and internal controls; align departments with targets.
• Oversee endowment strategy and cash flow to ensure stability during transition to the new facility.
• Champion equitable People Operations and risk management across contracts and assets.

Skills

CFO leadership

Non-profit GAAP

Endowment management

Financial storytelling

Strategic planning

Education

CPA

MBA or equivalent

Job description

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan seeks a visionary Chief Financial Officer to steer financial strategy during a high-growth phase. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO partners with senior leadership to manage a $300M capital project, oversee scaled operations, and modernize financial systems for long-term sustainability.

Experience as a CFO in a complex non-profit is required, with CPA and MBA or equivalent. The role emphasizes governance, risk management, and ethical leadership for a national