Sr VP / Chief Financial Officer (Full-Time, Exempt)

ZooTampa 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 Summary

Oversees 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

ZooTampa at Lowry Park 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 day

Executive Leadership Team Member

The 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 throughout
• Safety of the product and guest experience exceeding industry standards
• Price value and overall customer satisfaction
• Ongoing financial transparency, managed growth and sustainability
• Vibrant institutional culture

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Full time Benefits

Our Perks at ZooTampa

Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace

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