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Chief Financial Officer (Fractional)
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Wharton Arts
Part Time
Posted September 21, 2026
Wharton Arts is seeking a highly-qualified Fractional Chief Financial Officer to work closely with the new President and Chief Executive Officer, driving change that promotes fiscal stability and preparing for a planned 2028-29 facilities transition to consolidate the organization’s well-regarded programs. Wharton’s annual budget is approximately $4 million, and the organization employs 18 full-time and 120 part-time employees across three locations, enriching North Jersey with community music and creative youth development programs including the New Jersey Youth Symphony, New Jersey Youth Chorus, Paterson Music Project, and a wide range of early childhood, private lesson, and creative aging programs. The Fractional CFO is responsible for financial strategy, reporting and analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities
Finance:• Responsible for annual budget and monthly forecasting processes.
• Responsible for management of restricted and unrestricted assets, and allocation of
costs among program, fundraising, and general & administrative classes.
• Supports development team with grant budgets.
• Prepares monthly financial reporting for Finance Committee and Board of Trustees.
• Provides financial analysis needed for business decisions.
Risk Management and Oversight:
• Reviews monthly financial close, approving all adjusting and closing entries.
• Manages annual audit and annual federal and state filings with external auditors.
• Provides representation in banking relationship.
• Monitors organizational risk and insurance coverage.
Requirements
Skills/Qualifications:• Certified Public Accountant
• Experience in real estate transitions
• Nonprofit experience
• Scenario analysis
How To Apply
$72,000 - 80,000 per year, 15-18 hours per week. Please send a letter and resume to jobs@whartonarts.org.
Deadline: Oct 01, 2026
Email: jobs@whartonarts.org
