HOW TO APPLY

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO: 

The Bakken Museum is a one-of-a-kind museum with a focus on innovation and the intersection of STEM and the humanities. The museum encourages curiosity through our exhibitions, events, and on and off-site education programs. Our purpose is to awaken the innovator inside each of us. 

OUR VALUES: 

Creativity - We believe that everyone has the ability to use their creativity to help make the world a better place. We aim to foster that creativity in each other and our audiences.  

Curiosity - We are always learning, growing, and asking questions. This curiosity is the lens through which we approach learning and making connections in unexpected ways.  

Uniqueness - We take pride in the ways we can be surprising or different from what might be expected. We encourage our staff and audiences to bring their full selves and embrace the strengths and connections in our differences.   

Adaptability - We acknowledge that change is constant and that we are made stronger by our ability to accept and understand change. We improvise with empathy and purpose, using change as an asset to adapt, grow, and develop in new ways that support the needs of our audiences and each other.   

Collaboration - We work to leverage our collective genius in service of our mission. We listen to each other, support one another, work to better understand each other, and as a result, grow and evolve together.  

Equity - We will strive to be a place where everyone is welcome, represented, and valued and will work to correct the structural imbalances which prevent that goal. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: 

The Bakken provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The Director of Accounting’s responsibilities include overseeing accounting operations, gathering and analyzing financial data, and preparing financial reports to help the museum make informed decisions. This position helps shape and support the museum’s overall vision with a focus on financial viability and sustainability.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting - 75%

Directs and oversees all accounting and finance activities. 

• Manages all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards. 

• Prepares, reviews and analyzes monthly and annual financial statements. 

• Creates financial forecasts independently and in cooperation with other staff. 

• Manages organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting. 

• Maintains internal controls to safeguard the organization’s assets. 

• Directs and supervises accounting staff and consultant(s). 

• Leads the annual audit, liaises with external auditors to ensure successful audits, communicates with the President & CEO and the Finance Committee. 

• Coordinates with third party tax professional to complete IRS Form 990 and State tax returns, oversees completion of Form 5500 by Bookkeeper/HR Generalist. 

• In coordination with the Committee Chair, prepares for and runs Finance Committee meetings, leads Finance Committee reporting at Board Meetings. 

• Develops and implements time tracking methodology and fringe benefit rate for allocation to grants. Works closely with staff on grant reporting, budgeting, and releases of grant funding. 

• Creates and continuously improves accounting policies and practices, drawing on knowledge of best practices in nonprofit accounting. 

• Identifies new opportunities to improve efficiencies across the organization. 

• Translates accounting and financial concepts and information to individuals at all levels, including those without a background in finance or accounting. 

• Directly administers the development and implementation of the annual budget, including appropriate analysis of issues affecting revenue and/or expenditures, preparation of long-range forecasts, administration of budget process, and recommend budget adjustments as needed through the course of the fiscal year. 

Administration - 25%

Oversees Human Resources functions including payroll and compliance, executed by the Bookkeeper/HR Generalist and the HR Consultant. 

• Leads the museum’s relationship with insurance broker and bankers.  

• Supports fundraising activities and events. 

• Identifies opportunities to streamline and improve current practices and systems. 

• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices. 

Other duties as needed or required 

Perform other duties as needed or required which are within the position's scope. 

Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) are core functions of all positions at the Bakken Museum. While some roles may have more specific responsibilities, the items below are a part of everyone's role at the museum: 

• Demonstrate a commitment to DEAI through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias to help cultivate and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging for all staff.  

• Proactively work on your own and collaboratively with other museum staff to ensure equitable and representative experiences for all museum visitors and program participants. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• 3+ years of experience in increasingly responsible positions of responsibility in accounting, finance, or related field. Nonprofit experience preferred. 

• 3+ years of experience with budget management and organizational profit and loss planning. 

• 2+ years of experience with staff supervision. 

• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to exercise positive, inclusive leadership in a cooperative team effort. 

• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a multi-faceted environment. 

• Experience in adhering to and surpassing standards and best practices. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per shift. 

• Ability to move through and access all areas of the buildings and grounds including stairs, indoor and outdoor areas, and small spaces. 

• Ability to manipulate computers, office equipment, folding chairs and tables, and similar items related to an office environment. 

TRAVEL: 

Limited to metro area for very occasional support of programs or museum initiatives. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the staff member assigned to this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The Bakken Museum is committed to pay equity. The Bakken Museum provides pay grade transparency, and benchmarks pay grades and compensation compared to market. In addition to salary, The Bakken Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff and part time staff working over 20 hours including employer matched 403(b), employer sponsored health & dental insurance, paid parental leave, and PTO.