Senior Director, Finance & Talent

ArtWorks seeks a Senior Director of Finance and Talent to lead the strategy, planning and execution of Finance and Human Resources to advance the organization’s mission to create community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages. This role is a member of the executive leadership team and works closely with the CEO, peers, and the board of directors. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of Finance and Human Resource strategies and policies.

ArtWorks, an equal opportunity employer, is strongly committed to building and retaining a diverse team that creates an inclusive workplace which harnesses each voice to collectively advance ArtWorks’ mission.

Job Title: Sr Finance and Talent Director

Salary Range: $80,000 - $112,000

Job Type: Full Time, Exempt

Location: ArtWorks Administrative Office, 2460 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Reports to: CEO + Artistic Director

Job Description

ArtWorks seeks a Senior Director of Finance and Talent to lead the strategy, planning and execution of Finance and Human Resources to advance the organization’s mission to create community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages.

This role is a member of the executive leadership team and works closely with the CEO, peers, and the board of directors. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of Finance and Human Resource strategies and policies. The role will partner closely with other functions of the organization and ensure they support the goals of the organization. Candidates should excel in driving strategic enterprise initiatives, creating systems, policies, and tools to guide organizational decisions and operational excellence in financial and human resource management and analysis. The role manages three direct reports and will require an individual adept in overseeing a diverse set of responsibilities with the ability to be resourceful, proactive and collaborative.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance (50%)

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, and variance analysis. Update and maintain ongoing forecasts.
• Prepare financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow. Present to board and Finance committee with timely responses to all questions.
• Serve as the staff lead of the Finance Committee to support the committee responsibilities.
• Support all financial aspects of development’s grants which includes proposals and progress reports
• Liaison with external audit and tax relationships.
• Oversee, implement and enforce controls, operating procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Support staff for procurement and negotiation for material spend and large contract with key vendors including technology partner, insurance carrier, business equipment providers, facilities, merchant services, and materials.
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Review monthly accounting reconciliations including bank statements, monthly general journal entries and cash flow

Human Resources (20%)

• Provide direction and support to the Talent Team to develop policy and execute best practices for hiring and talent management
• Provide organizational guidance for personnel issues and resolution as needed to support Talent Team
• Provide strategic leadership of Human Resources

Facility Management (10%)

• Provide direction and support to the role of Creative Campus Manager
• Lead policy and provide guidance to support best practices the Creative Campus, ArtPark and Building
• Support analytics and data needed to provide sound financial decision making

Legal and Risk (20%)

• Manage relationship with insurance carrier and ensure appropriate liability coverage for operations.
• Perform final review and signature authority for all material agreements and contracts. Assist staff in creation and updates of contract templates with outside vendors, partners or grantors.
• Create policy and ensure compliance to mitigate organizational risk.

Qualifications and experiences:

• Minimum of a B.A. major in accounting or finance. CPA or Masters a plus.
• At least 8+ years of overall professional experience; ideally with experience in broad financial, HR and administrative management roles.
• Understanding of GAAP specifically related to not-for-profit organizations.
• Skilled in MS Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, with knowledge and understanding of QuickBooks
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
• Experience with board and committees is a plus
• A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
• At least 4+ years’ experience managing employees and contractors
• Nonprofit/arts marketing experience preferred but not required
• Available to work outside of normal business hours when needed

Skills and abilities:

• Builds effective relationships through formal and informal networks, internally and externally
• Collaborates by building internal and community partnerships with shared objectives
• Champions diversity that recognizes the value of different perspectives and cultures
• Embraces changes by adapting approach and demeanor to match the shifting demands of different situations
• Is resourceful in securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
• Plans and aligns work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
• Communicates effectively in a variety of communication modes – groups, 1-1 and virtual
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and information management systems
• Adhere to ethical behavior and business practices