The Bellevue Botanical Garden Society (BBGS) is seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Director to lead the organization’s financial operations and help build the systems and infrastructure needed to support our continued growth.

This newly created, part-time position (approximately 30 hours per week) will bring financial operations fully in-house and establish a stable, reliable foundation for the future. The Finance Director will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while serving as a strategic financial partner to the Executive Director and working closely with staff, the Board Treasurer, and Finance Committee.

The Finance Director will also play a key role in strengthening organizational decision-making through financial insight and analysis, helping leadership and program managers understand financial performance, identify trends, and evaluate opportunities.

We are seeking someone who is equally comfortable with the precision and rigor of nonprofit accounting and the broader strategic thinking required in a growing organization with increasingly complex financial operations.

The Bellevue Botanical Garden Society works in partnership with the City of Bellevue to achieve the Bellevue Botanical Garden’s mission. Our role is to raise funds, support the Garden’s physical growth and development, and provide a broad range of programs and events designed to engage, inspire and inform Garden visitors. We rely on donations, memberships, special events and sponsorships to support the free and low-cost educational programs for children and adults that enrich our community.

Financial Operations

Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including payroll, banking, accounts payable, account reconciliations, expense management, and financial recordkeeping.
Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks and ensure appropriate documentation and internal controls.
Maintain and strengthen financial policies, procedures, systems, and controls.

Budgeting, Reporting and Analysis

Lead development of the annual organizational budget in partnership with the Executive Director, program managers, and Finance Committee.
Prepare budget-to-actual reports and work with program managers to understand variances, identify trends, and improve financial outcomes.
Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and surface issues requiring leadership or Board attention.
Partner with leadership and program managers to identify and track key financial and operational metrics and develop reporting tools, including KPI dashboards.
Provide financial analysis and scenario modeling to support programmatic and operational decisions.
Prepare and present financial information for the Finance Committee and Board.

Restricted Funds, Investments and Charitable Assets

Maintain fund accounting for restricted gifts, grants, endowments, bequests, and other designated funds, ensuring appropriate tracking, documentation, and use.
Partner with development staff to ensure donor restrictions and fund balances are accurately reflected across financial and donor records.
Oversee endowment and reserve stewardship in accordance with Board-approved policies.
Serve as the primary organizational contact with the financial advisor and support Finance Committee oversight of investment assets.
Support financial administration and reporting for planned gifts, bequests, grants, and other complex charitable gifts.

Audit, Tax and Compliance

Lead coordination of the annual audit, including preparation of financial records, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Oversee preparation and review of materials for Form 990 filing.
Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, insurance providers, and other financial service partners.
Ensure required nonprofit financial and compliance filings are completed on time.
Coordinate review and renewal of organizational insurance coverage.

Financial Governance

Maintain and periodically review financial policies and procedures, including policies related to investments, endowments, reserves, bequests, and gift acceptance.
Support the Finance Committee and Board with clear financial reporting, analysis, and guidance.
Help Board members understand financial statements, budgets, financial risks, and fiduciary responsibilities.

Required

Demonstrated experience in nonprofit financial management, including accounting/bookkeeping, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Knowledge of nonprofit fund accounting, including restricted gifts and grant compliance.
Experience with QuickBooks and payroll systems.
Experience preparing for or supporting nonprofit annual audits.
Ability to analyze financial information and communicate findings and recommendations clearly to colleagues and Board members with varying levels of financial expertise.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Sound professional judgment and the ability to work independently while recognizing when collaboration or escalation is needed.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and comfort working collaboratively in a small organization where responsibilities are broad.

Preferred

Previous finance management or Finance Director experience in a nonprofit organization.
Experience with investment funds, endowments, reserves, planned giving, or other complex charitable assets.
Familiarity with Paychex or a comparable payroll platform.
Familiarity with Washington State nonprofit compliance and reporting requirements.

This is a regular, part-time position working approximately 30 hours per week, with an anticipated start date of October 2026.

Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

The position includes paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and Washington Paid Sick Leave. This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision, or retirement benefits.

Location: Bellevue, Washington. In-office presence is expected, particularly during audit season, Board meetings, and team events.

BBGS provides equal employment opportunities to all staff members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To apply, please email the following materials to application@bellevuebotanical.org:

Cover letter
Resume

Please combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document and name the file using the following format:

Last Name, First Name_Application.pdf