Controller

The Controller oversees general ledger management, financial reporting, audit coordination, tax compliance, and internal controls to provide timely and accurate financial analysis and reporting to meet the strategic priorities and operational objectives of the organization.

What You Will Do

Manage accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, revenue, payroll accounting, and cash management. Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive system of internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure the reliability of financial reporting.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires technical accounting expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience managing audits, preparing Form 990s, and working with restricted fund accounting
• Knowledge of GAAP as applied to nonprofit organizations, including ASC 958 net asset classification and revenue recognition standards
• Proficiency with accounting software required; experience with Financial Edge NXT preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with financial reporting tools and data visualization platforms a plus
• Familiarity CRM/development platforms preferred, experience with Tessitura a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 403b retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development fund and opportunities
• Discounted parking in the Theater District garage and nearby lots, plus easy access to Metro transportation
• Free tickets to our mainstage and community productions and events