Senior Director of Finance

Organizational Background

Located in Doylestown, in the heart of Bucks County, PA, the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle, operated by the Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS), are two historic concrete castles that celebrate the life and legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930), American archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist and scholar.

The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate, features both local and national seasonal exhibits as well as a collection of over 17,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of American material culture.

Fonthill Castle was home to Henry Chapman Mercer and served as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. Fonthill Castle features Mercer’s renowned, handcrafted ceramic tiles designed at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement.

Description

The Senior Director of Finance is responsible for all financial operations and human resource functions of the organization. This role ensures strong fiscal management, regulatory compliance, and effective HR administration, while supporting organizational strategy and sustainability.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Financial Management

• Perform and/or oversee all financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury functions
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and investment/endowment accounts
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and supporting footnotes
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures
• Manage property and liability insurance renewals

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and file required tax and regulatory documents, including:
• Form 990
• Form 5500
• W-2s
• 1099s
• Monthly Pennsylvania sales tax filings
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations

Audit & Financial Oversight

• Lead and manage the annual audit process, including coordination with external auditors
• Prepare audit schedules, draft financial statements, and supporting documentation
• Address audit findings and implement recommendations

Human Resources Management

• Perform all HR functions, including employee records, status changes, compliance, and policy administration
• Manage all aspects of unemployment claims
• Manage payroll processing and related reporting
• Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs
• Lead annual open enrollment
• Manage benefits vendors and broker relationships
• Process benefit enrollments and terminations
• Oversee insurance renewals

Strategic & Administrative Leadership

• Support senior leadership with financial analysis and strategic planning
• Develop budgets and monitor organizational performance against financial goals
• Manage and oversee insurance claims processes, including claim review, documentation, resolution coordination, and communication with all parties
• Serve as key liaison with banks, insurance providers and investment managers to facilitate account management, reporting, cash flow activities, and investment related transactions
• Recommend improvements to financial and HR systems and processes
• Support Board of Trustee Committees including Audit, Investment and Finance
• Serve on leadership team

Supervisory

• Manage Accounting Assistant

Qualifications Summary:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or advanced degree desired)
• Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting
• Experience with nonprofit financial reporting and compliance preferred
• Knowledge of HR practices, payroll, and benefits administration
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in accounting, excel and payroll systems
• Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task

Key Competencies

• Financial accuracy and attention to detail
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Leadership and team management
• Regulatory compliance expertise
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Position Details:

· Salary range is $90,000 - $100,000 based on skill and experience

· This is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the President & CEO.

· This is an on-site, in-office position.

Interested candidates must send a cover letter, résumé, and three references as a single PDF to careers@mercermuseum.org, ATTN: Senior Director of Finance

The Bucks County Historical Society provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person