The American Swedish Institute is a gathering place for all people to share experiences around themes of culture, migration, the environment, and the arts, informed by enduring links to Sweden. The American Swedish Institute and the historic Turnblad Mansion have been mainstays for cultural education and engagement in Minneapolis since 1929.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Finance will lead ASI's financial strategies and operations, overseeing all aspects of accounting and finance. This role is crucial in ensuring ASI's long-term financial stability and supporting its mission. If you are a strategic financial leader with a passion for culture and community, we invite you to apply and be part of our story. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. ASI has an in-person, onsite working culture for the leadership team. The Director of Finance reports to the COO.
As the Director of Finance you'll get to:
Provide Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute ASI's financial strategy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance program performance
- Participate in institutional strategic planning
- Provide financial counsel to leadership team, staff, and Board of Trustees
Lead Financial Management
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
- Manage investment portfolio and endowments
- Lead the annual audit process and tax compliance
- Implement financial technologies and best practices
Be a Team Leader
- Hire, train, and mentor accounting staff
- Foster a culture of collaboration and professional development
Manage Stakeholder Relations
- Present financial reports to leadership team and Board of Trustees
- Manage relationships with external financial partners
- Ensure compliance with funding source requirements
Requirements
You're right for this role if you have:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive financial management experience
- Experience with complex nonprofit organization
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
- Comprehensive understanding of financial operations (audits, budgeting, AP/AR, GL, payroll, investments)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, advanced Excel, and cloud-based financial systems
- Knowledge of data analytics for financial decision-making
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills, especially in explaining complex financial concepts
- Collaborative approach to financial management
We prefer these additional skills:
- Active or inactive CPA license
- Experience with fund and grant accounting
- Familiarity with CRM databases
EEO STATEMENT
The American Swedish Institute is an equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All our employment practices, benefits and programs will be administered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, status with respect to receipt of public assistance or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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