Senior Financial Analyst

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day. Now more than ever, these connections matter and are aligned with our values.

Inclusive: We strive to be a museum of many voices in dialogue.  

Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - it's a way of life.  

Brave: We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure, always ready to explore new perspectives.

Empathic: We aim to act like a person, not an institution. 

SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore, support, and experience the art of our time. We believe that modern and contemporary art can influence the way we think, view the world, and embrace the many voices and perspectives around us. We aspire to foster an environment that elicits joy, nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose—where difference is seen as a strength, and every one is appreciated for their whole self.

Schedule: Full Time, 35 hours/week, at least three days working onsite

The Senior Financial Analyst under the direction of the Director of Financial Planning & Treasury, is responsible for providing key analytical and modeling support. This position plays a key role in enabling the efficient and effective financial operation of the SFMOMA, one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States. It offers exposure to all departments and all levels of a nonprofit institution that aims to open minds through art and the creative process.

• Collaborate with staff across the museum to achieve organizational goals. Serve as a primary link between finance and the rest of the museum.  
• Execute FP&A processes including budgeting, forecasting, financial close, and financial scenario development. Understand and communicate key business drivers and their link to budget, forecast, and actual results. 
• Provide end-to-end analytics support, including determining project scope, sourcing the data required, detailing out the analysis, generating recommendations, and managing time and resources to meet deliverables. 
• Clearly communicate business/financial goals, performance, and variances to stakeholders. Take a lead role in preparing and delivering financial presentations to the museum’s leadership team. 
• Advise colleagues and executive management on financial impact of decisions. 
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements across finance, accounting, and other teams. 

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, economics, or related field. MBA a plus. Basic accounting knowledge. 
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive analytical/finance experience. Management Consulting or Investment banking experience a plus. 
• Excellent financial analysis and financial modeling skills. Strong critical thinking ability and bias for action. 
• Advanced problem-solving skills with proven ability to communicate findings and recommendations in executive level communications. 
• Excellent customer interaction skills. Ability to break down and communicate financial targets and results to a wide variety of SFMOMA stakeholders including budget managers, the museum leadership team, and members of the Board of Trustees. 
• Effective handling of multiple deliverables in a dynamic environment. 
• Demonstration of good judgement and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. 
• High-energy, positive attitude, and an eagerness to advance SFMOMA’s mission. 
• Previous work with Adaptive Insights or similar budgeting and reporting tool preferred (Hyperion, TM1, Planful, etc.). 
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 
• Detail-oriented and well-organized 

Job posting open date: 3/11/25

All jobs posted will remain open for at least five business days. 

We encourage both internal and external candidates to apply within the initial open posting period as the application close date may or may not be extended beyond that initial period. Applications will not be accepted after a posting has been closed. 

Location: San Francisco, 151 3rd Street. 

Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Pet Insurance, Life and AD&D Coverage, Disability Insurance, Mental Health and Wellness Benefits, Discount Programs, Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, SFMOMA Membership, and more

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

SFMOMA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. No person shall be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, genetic information, ancestry/national origin, marital status, disability, medical condition, HIV status, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, and any other category protected by federal of state law.

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You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the People Team at talent@sfmoma.org.