• Job Description

  Req#: 6669210

  Durham's most beloved destination is seeking a Controller to join its Finance Team. If you'd like to work with colleagues passionate about science education on a stunning 84-acre campus, apply today!

  Position Objective: Supports the Museum’s Mission by providing accurate and timely financial information, ensuring compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, and providing the accounting support necessary to run an efficient organization, execute fundraising strategies and pursue special projects.

  Responsibilities

  At the Museum of Life and Science, the Controller is expected to execute timely financial reporting and analysis to both internal and external stakeholders in a thoughtful, truly diligent, and collaborative manner.

  Financial Reporting:

  • Using NetSuite ERP, manage and support direct reports in the preparation of monthly financial and operating reports including revenue posting and recognition, billing/accounts receivable, accounts payable, grants management, fixed assets, and related accounting duties.
  • Complete monthly financial statements across MLS, including departmental level reporting, supporting schedules and any associated budgetary and balance sheet reconciliations.

  Budget:

  • Collaborate with the CFO on the development of the annual budgets, working closely with departments to understand their challenges and opportunities.
  • Assist in analysis of monthly budgeted to actual (gap) outcomes. Work with departments to prepare ongoing monthly financial forecast and variance analysis.
  • Recommend and lead collaborations to support the achievement of annual operating goals.

  Audit/ Procedures/ Controls:

  • Manage the annual audit and coordinate other audits that may be required by grantors or insurers.
  • Prepare quarterly reports to monitor 403(b) compliance and serve as the lead in the annual audit.
  • Provide operational oversight of the Museum’s accounting and internal control processes.
  • Know and model adherence to Museum policies and procedures.

  Collaboration

  • Collaborate across all operating teams especially as it pertains to grants management, grants reporting, opportunity development and recommend accounting best practices as needed.
  • Work closely with the HR team specifically where audit, spending policies and procedures, systems, and employee communications are positively impacted by sharing financial and data analytics.
  • Communicate directly with team members across MLS using strong written and verbal skills.

  Team Development

  • In partnership with the CFO, manage the team members to support their achievement of individual and departmental goals.
  • Using the Museum’s values as a guide, foster a positive staff culture and work environment, motivating the team through positive reinforcement.

  Work style:

  • Effectively communicate operational successes, opportunities, and concerns to management.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, delegating when appropriate.
  • Identify and evaluate issues that arise and use critical thinking to troubleshoot.
  • Work independently with limited coaching and oversight.

  Commitment to MLS mission:

  • Always demonstrate adherence to Museum safety procedures.
  • Engage with MLS visitors in a positive and helpful way to support an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Prioritize the Museum’s values of inclusion and kindness in interactions with staff and guests.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

  Staff Oversight

  • Treasury and Accounting Staff

  Actual Pay Rate: $80,000-$105,000/annually

• About the company

  The museum exists in the midst the Northgate Park neighborhood, bisected by Murray Avenue.

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