The Roundabout Theatre Company seeks a skilled and mission-driven Controller to join our dedicated Finance team. This individual will play a key role in maintaining the financial health, transparency, and accountability of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, audit coordination, compliance, and internal controls.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader and mentor with strong technical expertise, a passion for nonprofit financial management, and a genuine appreciation for the performing arts.
This is some of what the Controller will do:
- Oversee and maintain accurate and timely financial records for Roundabout and its wholly owned subsidiary in accordance with GAAP, ensuring integrity, compliance, and sound internal controls.
- Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and lead audit processes.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including preparation and filing of Form 990.
- Manage investment accounting and ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of all investment activity.
- Partner with the Associate Director of Finance to manage the monthly close process.
- Work effectively with Development to ensure common understanding of differences in treatment of certain revenue items.
- Support grant reporting and other contractual financial reports to external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and service.
- Develop, implement, and document policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Lead the transition of current accounting software to the cloud-based version; leverage new system capabilities to optimize reporting capabilities and workflow efficiencies.
- Supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff (1-2 direct reports); collaborate closely with the broader finance team.
- Perform special projects and financial analysis as assigned by the Director of Finance.
This is some of what the Controller should bring:
- A minimum of 7years of accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in either a theater or nonprofit environment; CPA or equivalent credentials are a plus.
- General understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
- Proficiency in financial software; experience with Financial Edge, QuickBooks, and Tessitura is a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, grounded in emotional intelligence and integrity, with a strong focus on collaboration and constructive engagement across all levels of the organization.
- A genuine interest in and knowledge of the performing arts or cultural organizations.
This is a full-time position with all standard Roundabout benefits. The is $150,000 annually. This position is exempt from overtime pay.
TO APPLY:
Please forward cover letter and resume in PDF or Word format to jobs@roundabouttheatre.org and use code CON-0625 in the subject line.
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To this end, Roundabout Theatre Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to represent individuals from all walks of life in its workforce. We want our employment community to be a representation of the diverse world we live in. As such, we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply, and we ensure that every candidate who applies for a position at Roundabout Theatre Company is treated equally and fairly without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status and any other factor prohibited by law. We believe diversity in our teammates is paramount to our success as a not-for-profit theatre serving all communities in New York.