Chief Financial Officer​/Head of Finance

Full Time Management Santa Fe, NM, US 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

CONTEMPORARY CREATIVE EXPRESSION.

SITE SANTA FE is a non-profit contemporary arts organization based in Santa Fe, New

Mexico. Since its founding in 1995, SITE SANTA FE has presented 12 biennials, more than 90

contemporary art exhibitions, and works by hundreds of emerging and established artists from

around the world. SITE SANTA FE also presents public and educational programs that include

conversations with artists and curators, film screenings, performances, concerts, hands-on

workshops, and collaborations with Santa Fe Public Schools.

SITE SANTA FE is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion

in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color,

or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a key strategic and operational partner to the

Phillips Executive Director. This role supports institutional strategy through financial analysis

and accountability, risk management, and operational alignment across departments and

oversees internal operations and administration. The CFO acts as a leader, collaborator, and

problem-solver, helping translate vision into operational execution while providing strong fiscal

stewardship.

Partner with the Phillips Executive Director and leadership team to implement strategic

plans and institutional priorities; serve as a thought partner on organizational growth,

sustainability, and finances.

Provide financial analysis and decision-making tools to assess and evaluate large

strategic opportunities for feasibility and impact.

Cultivate and nurture strategic partnerships.

Promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture aligned with the museum’s mission and

values.

Oversee day-to-day financial management.

Partner with the Accounting Manager to monitor the accounting function, financial

reporting, annual budget, forecasts, and financial performance.

Support budget development and ensure departmental accountability to financial goals.

Identify operational efficiencies and resource optimization opportunities.

Work with financial institutions (local banking and investment services) on administrative

matters and transactions.

Compile standard monthly financial reports. Design and develop additional reports to

serve as analytical tools and provide financial snapshot overview.

CFO – 10.14.2026

Manage and lead Finance Committee meetings presenting status reports and providing

regular financial statements and schedules.

Work with the Finance Committee to evaluate and report on the organization’s financial

operations, strengths and weaknesses. Collaborate with Committee Chair as needed.

Coordinate annual independent audit and prepare necessary schedules, reports,

Work with HR to develop and implement comprehensive annual and multi-year staffing

and compensation plans that are competitive, within budgetary parameters, and aligned

with organizational goals, including benchmarking, analysis, and evaluation.

Develop annual operating budget; monitor spending and evaluate revenue throughout

the year. Meet monthly with department heads independently on budget matters as

Oversee day-to-day administrative operations (includes establishing, evaluating, and

revising related policies and procedures).

Work closely with the Development Department to ensure proper recognition and

booking for all contributions to the museum.

Oversee the Operational functions of the organization and work with the Facilities

Manager to develop the annual facility operating budget.

Work with Phillips Executive…