Director of Finance and Administration

Signature Theatre, a Tony Award-winning, LORT B theater in the Washington DC metro area, seeks an

experienced and detail-oriented Director of Finance and Administration to support the organization in financial

stewardship, planning, analysis, risk management and human resources functions as a member of the

theater’s Senior Staff.

The ideal candidate will have high-level nonprofit financial and operations management experience including

financial reporting, projections, and cash flow forecasting. The position requires strong strategic and analytical

skills and a firm understanding of non-profit accounting standards and operating procedures. Candidate will

provide strong leadership and development opportunities to a staff of three.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain responsibility for all financial records
• Direct and manage day-to-day accounting operations including A/R, A/P, reconciliations, cash

management and maintenance of the general ledger

• Oversee Human Resources, including hiring, onboarding, benefits administration and payroll
• Prepare and monitor budgets and projections with senior management
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting
• Develop budgets and projections to support grant applications and reports and maintain accurate records

for contributed revenue (restricted/unrestricted grants, multi-year pledges, foundation and government

grants, NPV etc)

• Conduct financial planning and analysis to support organizational budgeting and priority-setting
• Protect assets and ensure financial accuracy by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and

procedures and internal controls

• Coordinate and lead the external audit and tax return processes, liaise with accountants and the Finance

Committee of the Board of Directors

• Ensure compliance with appropriate GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Manage banking relationships and lead all financial account management
• File and pay organizational taxes, including for meals, sales, real estate and tangible property
• Manage asset schedules and property tax return
• Preside over all organizational insurance and workers compensation packages
• Manage all permits and licenses including business licenses, sales tax exemptions, Food and Restaurant

permits, liquor license, solicitation of contributions permits etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have:

• Five or more years in a senior position responsible for 501(c)3 nonprofit financial management, with

working knowledge of GAAP, audits, bookkeeping, and relevant regulatory requirements

• Expert computer skills in QuickBooks (or similar), payroll software (ADP or similar) and MS Office, with

advanced Excel capabilities, and aptitude for adopting new software and technology tools

• Prior work in a performing arts environment, including experience with labor unions
• Strong strategic and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and

work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and sustain staff in a high-demand industry, fostering a culture of

resilience and purpose

• Demonstrated commitment to leading with Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility principles

COMPENSATION

The Director of Finance & Administration is a full time, annual exempt position with a salary in the $100,000 to

$110,000 range. Signature Theatre offers an excellent package of benefits, including medical,

dental, disability and life insurance; generous paid vacation, sick and parental leave; free parking;

complimentary and discount tickets. Signature Theatre is also a qualifying employer for the Public Service

Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

LOCATION AND IN-OFFICE REQUIREMENTS

Due to the nature of the work, this position works primarily on-site at the organization’s main facility in

Arlington, VA, but the position does allow for some remote work as agreed upon with the Managing Director.

The administrative office hours are 10am-6pm, Monday through Friday.

Signature Theatre is committed to the professional development of all employees, and we encourage any

interested individuals to apply even if you do not believe that you satisfy all the preferred qualifications.

Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based

on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any

other applicable characteristics protected by law. Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal

opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services,

programs, and activities.