Sr. Dir of Finance & Controller

Sr. Director Of Finance & ControllerCentral City Opera House Association (CCOHA) seeks a Sr. Director of Finance & Controller to lead and oversee the financial activities of the corporation, prepare current financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts and modeling necessary for predicting resources needed to support current and planned programming. The nature and scope of this role could provide the right candidate with the experience and track record to position themselves as an up-and-coming CFO.The Sr. Director of Finance & Controller reports to the President & CEO and works closely with the Managing Director of Internal Affairs and Compliance Officer as a part of day-to-day finance and accounting operations. The successful candidate will be a hands-on manager and capable strategic institutional thought-partner who will lead finance, business planning, budgeting and all audit related activity.The person selected for this position will play a critical role by partnering with the senior leadership team, Guild, and Board of Directors in strategic decision making and operations as CCOHA continues to expand its quality programming and build capacity through new earned revenue generating initiatives. This is a tremendous opportunity to maximize and strengthen the capacity of a well-respected, high-impact institution which will celebrate 100 years in business in 2032.The Sr. Director of Finance & Controller will supervise the Staff Accountant and direct a variety of accounting, bookkeeping, and administrative duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, payroll, payment posting, cash management, general ledger activities and asset tracking and maintenance.ResponsibilitiesOversee all accounting operations, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payrollProvide external auditors with accurate and timely delivery of all requested information for the annual auditCollaborate with the CCOHA Endowment Board to provide and coordinate necessary data and insightsCollaborate with CCOHA department heads to monitor and reconcile departmental income and expensesSupervise robust contracts management and financial management/reporting system, as well as ensure adherence to the contract billing and collection scheduleSupervise and ensure that all Staff Accountant entries are consistent with established budget codingInstruct and implement all business policies and accounting practices necessary for compliancePrepare all monthly financial statements and provide to leadership and Board, including income statements, balance sheets, statements of cash flow, and governmental agency reportsMaintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures and implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize riskOversee the production of periodic financial reports, ensuring that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and reporting standardsServe as the Treasurer to the Central City Opera GuildOversee and lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with Leadership TeamAdminister and review all financial plans and budgets, monitor progress and change, and keep the Leadership Team abreast of the CCO's financial statusManage financial data and forecasting and ensures that cash flow is steady and supports operational requirementsSupport CCOHA in effectively communicating and presenting financial matters to the Finance Committee, Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Endowment Board.Work closely and transparently with all external partners including insurance (benefits, liability & property) brokers, third-party vendors, consultants, and auditorsCompare budgeted expenses to actual expenses; makes or oversee any necessary adjustments to future projections and budgetsEnsure that historic property and equipment assets are maintained with documentationTrack expenses and income for local/state/federal grantsMaintain accurate and timely accounting records for Central City Opera Property income and expenseFiles quarterly and annual reports with the appropriate governmental agenciesEnsures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirementsPerforms other related duties as assigned or necessaryQualificationsA minimum of 5-7 years of experience with progressive responsibility in finance and accountingCertification or degrees in finance, accounting, or business preferredKnowledge of Non-Profit, Property, and Endowment Accounting PracticesStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)Proficient in database and accounting computer application systemsAbility to type and perform computer data entry functions in a timely and accurate mannerSkills And AbilitiesProfessional, positive attitude with the ability to work cooperatively with a broad range of individualsAttention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilitiesEfficient and courteous customer service skills through phone, email, and in-person serviceExcellent written skillsExcellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholdersAbility to translate finance and accounting requirements to colleagues and other stakeholders in a way that ensures effective collaboration with colleagues and volunteers (Guild, Board, etc)Ability to multi-task and wear many hats in a fast-paced environmentIntegrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of CCOHAMust be amenable to fluctuating work schedules during busy periods, including the summer festivalEvening and weekend work and driving to Central City and other event locations may be requiredBi-lingual candidates encouragedValid Driver's LicenseEducation And ExperienceMinimum of a BA, ideally is a CPA with MBA or related advanced degreeThe ideal candidate has experience holding final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program areaTechnological savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors; knowledge of accounting and reporting softwareA successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills that support and enable sound decision makingBenefitsA comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage100% paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insuranceGenerous office holiday schedule and paid time off policies403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contributeEqual Employment OpportunityCCO is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable work environment. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values and we are currently working to expand our capacities in these areas with a company-wide understanding that this is an ongoing process that must be embedded into the fabric of the organization. We encourage candidates who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, otherwise-abled, and other underrepresented identities to apply. Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. All applications will receive consideration for employment.

Created: 2026-03-16