Sr. VP / Chief Financial Officer

OverviewZooTampa at Lowry Park is seeking a Sr. VP / Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee financial strategy, ensure long-term sustainability, and support our mission of connecting people with wildlife. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you’ll manage all aspects of finance, drive strategic initiatives, and serve as a trusted partner to the CEO and Board of Trustees.Position SummaryOversees the organization’s financial operations, including financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, cash flow administration, and financial reporting. In collaboration with the CEO, is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the institution in the areas of finance management and long-term planning. Monitors key performance indicators to forecast fiscal sustainability and opportunities for managed growth. Also accountable for project management of strategic initiatives in accordance with CEO direction and board guidance. All the aforementioned in accordance with industry and regulatory standards, as well as institutional objectives and policies.Who We Are is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 1.2 million visitors annually. We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic wildlife habitats in a lush, tropical garden setting with wide-ranging activities. The Zoo, accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), offers popular educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging seasonal events for which it has won awards as one of the country’s most family-friendly zoos.Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.Our vision is that everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife.Join us and become a part of creating unforgettable natural connections!Your day to dayExecutive Leadership Team MemberThe CFO reports directly to the CEO with a dotted line to the Audit and Finance Committees, and works as part of ZooTampa’s Leadership Team which collectively serves to fulfill the following priorities:Integrity and quality of the brand throughoutSafety of the product and guest experience exceeding industry standardsPrice value and overall customer satisfactionOngoing financial transparency, managed growth and sustainabilityVibrant institutional cultureFunctional PrioritiesLead overall finance operationsGuide other business operations, including IT and business analysisManage long-term planning process in coordination with the CEOMonitor performance metrics to ensure institutional sustainabilityReport on the financial affairs of the institution as requested by the CEO or Board of TrusteesServe as primary staff liaison on Board of Trustee CommitteesConduct all activities in alignment with all relevant laws and regulationsEvaluate and interpret overall fiscal performanceServe as Chair of the Product Development Team and as facilitator for the Business DevelopmentOversee all audits including, but not limited to, the institution’s annual auditAct as primary project manager of major initiatives as assigned by the CEOHelp staff in budgeting and spending available funds appropriatelyDirect Reports:VP of Business OperationsControllerQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field required.MBA Preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experienceCPA preferredMinimum of ten plus years in finance management and planningExperience working as a non-profit CFOSkills:Proven ability to strategically plan and assess performance metricsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentsAbility to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaintsDemonstrated ability to lead people and get results through othersAbility to think ahead and plan over multi-year time spanAbility to organize and manage multiple prioritiesProblem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional levelTechnical skills in strategic planning and business developmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skillsHigh performance team memberProficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to additional software platforms.Full time BenefitsOur Perks at ZooTampaMedical, Dental, & Vision insurance optionsLife Insurance, STD, LTD, and Supplemental Insurance options403(b) Pension PlanGenerous PTO (Vacation and Wellness) timeEmployee Assistance ProgramFree admission to the Zoo, MOSI, and the Florida AquariumFree or discounted admission to many attractions in FloridaFree gym membershipAnd so much more!Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free WorkplaceC1FO #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08