Chief Financial Officer
The Whyte
Location: The Whyte, Banff – Hybrid working arrangement available
Status: Full-time, Executive Leadership
Closing Date: November 7, 2025
The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies seeks a forward-thinking chief financial officer (CFO) to
provide strategic financial leadership and operational excellence in support of the Museum’s mission and
long-term sustainability. As a key member of the Executive Team, the CFO leads all aspects of financial
management, investment strategy, and risk oversight, ensuring transparency, accountability, and innovation across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Partner with the CEO and Board to develop and execute multi-year financial strategies that advance the Museum’s mission and strategic goals.
- Provide clear, insightful financial analysis and reporting to support sound decision-making and organizational growth.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring alignment with operational and capital priorities.
Revenue Generation & Business Growth
- Collaborate with the CEO and department leaders to develop and strengthen earned-revenue streams, including admissions, retail, facility rentals, programs, and events.
- Support pricing strategies, business models, and partnership opportunities that enhance financial sustainability.
- Partner with development and advancement teams on capital campaign financial modelling, donor reporting, and fund management.
Financial Systems, Analytics & Transformation
- Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, cash flow, audit, and compliance, while driving modernization of financial systems and reporting tools.
- Champion the integration of technology, analytics, and business intelligence to enhance financial insight and transparency.
- Lead or support organizational transformation initiatives, system implementations, and process improvements that strengthen operational efficiency.
Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, funders, government agencies, and community partners.
- Provide strategic support and materials for the Board, Finance, and Executive Committees to ensure effective governance and fiduciary oversight.
- Represent the Museum with integrity and professionalism in interactions with partners and funders.
- Facilities & Heritage Asset Stewardship
- Provide financial oversight and planning for all real estate and heritage assets, including capital investments, maintenance, and conservation.
- Support environmental sustainability, risk management, and long-term preservation planning for facilities and collections.
Leadership, DEIA, and Organizational Culture
- Foster a culture of financial transparency, inclusion, and accountability.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance team while collaborating across departments to build financial literacy and shared ownership of budgets.
- Champion the Museum’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in both financial stewardship and organizational decision-making.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field; CPA designation strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally within a nonprofit, arts, or publicsector environment.
- Proven experience managing investments, endowments, capital projects, or earned-revenue operations.
- Deep understanding of nonprofit financial management, CRA charitable requirements, and GAAP compliance.
- Skilled in financial systems modernization, data analytics, and reporting tools (QuickBooks and
- Microsoft 365 required; CRM/donor system experience an asset).
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills; able to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences.
- Demonstrated integrity, strategic judgment, and commitment to the mission and values of The Whyte.
Why Join Us
At The Whyte, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to celebrating mountain culture, history and art.
This role offers:
- The opportunity to shape the financial future of a beloved cultural institution in the heart of Banff National Park.
- A supportive, collaborative leadership environment grounded in respect, creativity, and community.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and work-life balance in one of Canada’s most inspiring settings.
- Retirement Planning initiatives, including a Group Savings Plan.
The Whyte Museum is open to considering applicants for this position who are seeking a hybrid working
arrangement.
The Whyte is an equal-opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an
inclusive environment for all employees. We are building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds,
perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Employees of The Whyte
enjoy a rewarding and culturally rich work environment.
All interested applicants, please apply with a cover letter and resume using the subject title “Chief
Financial Officer” by November 7, 2025, to: David Cox, Chief Executive Officer, The Whyte, 111 Bear Street, PO Box 160, Banff, AB, T1L 1A3. Or email dcox@whyte.org.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for
interviews will be contacted.
