Controller, Mark Twain House and Museum, Hartford, CT

Posted July 24, 2018

The Mark Twain House & Museum seeks a Controller. Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and liaising with the Treasurer of the Board, the Controller is the chief financial position for the museum. The Controller will maintain and continue to build and manage effective and streamlined administrative/financial systems and internal controls, including financial, accounting, and human resources. The position ensures that all financial obligations are met on a timely basis with an eye towards developing and improving processes and systems.

As a member of the senior management team, the Controller will be involved in strategic planning, program and performance evaluation, general HR administration, professional development initiatives, and planning for The Mark Twain House & Museum’s (MTHM) goal to increase its fundraising and earned revenues. Applicants need at least five years of professional experience, including primary experience managing the financial administration of an organization. Non-profit experience strongly preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MBA or CPA preferred. Excellent communication skills, with experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team. Expertise with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office products (especially Excel). Experience with audit and budgeting processes as well as HR administration. Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to MTHM mission. Must be able to communicate in English, climb stairs and lift up to forty pounds.

EOE.

Applications open until August 15. Please email Resume, Cover letter, and three references to: [email protected] 

No phone calls please.