Gallo Center for the Arts · 1 day ago
Director of Finance & Administration
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expGallo Center for the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the performing arts, and they are seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to oversee and manage all financial operations. This role serves as the organization's senior financial advisor, shaping and executing the long-term economic strategy while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and effective resource utilization.
Performing Arts
Responsibilities
Provides strategic direction and oversight for all financial systems and operations of the Gallo Center for the Arts
Develops, maintains, and refines the operating budget to align resources with programmatic and organizational goals
Ensures adherence to Gallo Center policies and sound business practices
Advise and partner with the CEO to develop and implement a comprehensive fiscal strategy and budget planning process
Lead analysis of resource demand, utilization, and allocation; recommend budgetary policies that enhance organizational performance
Establish and maintain internal financial controls to ensure operational efficiency, reliable reporting, resource protection, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies
Supervise finance staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and merit recommendations
Ensure timely, accurate preparation of financial reports in accordance with GAAP, distributing to the CEO, Board, County, staff, lenders, and other stakeholders
Serve as primary liaison for the Board of Directors’ Finance, Investment, and Audit Committees
Provide strategic financial analysis of current operations and future projections to support informed decision-making by management and the Board
Oversee all core financial functions, including ticket office deposits, accounts payable/receivable, contracts, payroll, and related operations
Develop and enforce policies to ensure accurate revenue and expense allocation
Directly prepare recharge and rental rates; conduct annual reviews with the CEO and department directors to identify revenue opportunities and ensure full cost recovery
Implement systems to track, monitor, and analyze income-generating activities in accordance with industry best practices
Provide monthly financial status updates to the CEO and department directors using established reporting metrics
Enhance departmental business systems for timely and accurate financial data, streamlined recharge procedures, and operational best practices
Collaborate with the COO on system specifications to improve accounting functionality and reporting
Prepare financial strategies and resource materials for Board presentations as requested by the CEO
Manage cash flow and coordinate with the Board Finance Committee to secure financing when necessary
Serve as the primary contact for annual independent audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings or recommendations
Provide leadership in partnership with the COO to set operational priorities and improve efficiency across administrative functions
Identify and pursue opportunities for process improvements and productivity enhancements
Serve on the senior management team to establish strategic objectives and long-term plans
Advise department directors on resource utilization and strategies to achieve programmatic goals
Promote a positive workplace culture grounded in respect and consistent with Gallo Center personnel policies
Partner with Human Resources to maintain legally compliant policies and procedures
Collaborate with HR on employee relations, including terminations, leaves of absence, workplace investigations, and related matters
Ensure the rollout of annual employee training by department directors
Review EEO-1 and California Pay Data reports annually for accuracy before submission
Occasionally review and submit timecards for payroll processing
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent is required
Minimum five years in a senior financial leadership role, preferably within the nonprofit performing arts sector or equivalent
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends of effective financial and organizational management
Proven leadership and decision-making skills; ability to organize problem-solving sessions and guide others toward practical solutions
Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills and experience to recruit, train, and manage personnel effectively
Expert knowledge of accounting software packages
Expert knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices
An understanding and appreciation for organizational and interpersonal dynamics, the ability to perceive conflict in business settings, and the skill to develop strategies to manage it
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely
Strong analytical skills with proven ability to research and interpret data, write cogent and persuasive reports, and present analyses both orally and in writing
Demonstrated experience in financial management (i.e., allocation of resources, budget preparation, economic analysis, rate development, and revenue projections)
Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work on projects with competing deadlines and to establish goals and workload priorities independently; flexibility in dealing with people and competing demands
Demonstrated strong writing skills and experience in preparing reports, proposals, protocols, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other projects; ability to edit copy for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Ability to contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience
Proficient at applying various software programs (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, accounting) to accomplish assignments; ability to learn new software as necessary
Ability to act independently, as well as part of a team
Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret Gallo Center personnel, budgetary, and business practices and procedures
Ability to stay current with California labor law, policies and practices; ability to assimilate and practice university and campus Human Resources policies and practices
Preferred
CMA, CPA, or MBA is preferred
MIP and QuickBooks preferred; a working knowledge of Tessitura is also strongly preferred
Appreciation for the performing arts is desirable; the ability to represent a nationally recognized performing arts center with professionalism and integrity is required
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Accidental death and dismemberment and life insurance
529 college savings plans
Long-term disability coverage
401(k) matching plan
Vacation
Holiday
Sick pay
Company
Gallo Center for the Arts
The Gallo Center for the Arts is a non-profit performing arts complex in downtown Modesto.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Al Poulus
Chief Operating Officer
Jesica Sanchez
Senior Manager, Corporate Giving & Brand Partnerships
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