This position is responsible for all financial reporting and has oversight for all accounting procedures, human resources, and benefits administration.  The director of finance will produce financial statements, handle budget and financial analysis, benefit administration, manage an accounting staff of two, and assist with strategic planning.  The director of finance will be responsible for all short term cash management and insurance issues and will work with an investment committee to monitor endowment investments.  This position will interface with outside auditors, legal counsel, financial institutions, and board committees.  This director of finance will report directly to the General Director. 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and experience with non-profit accounting rules is required with a CPA strongly preferred. Experience with supervision of accounting staff, financial statement preparation, budgeting, financial modeling, and some human resources experience is preferred, as is seven plus years of experience.  US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Required General Skills
1) Ability to work with minimal direction and to find answers to complicated problems with no other internal resources.
2) Interpersonal skills for interaction with staff and board members. 
3) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in daily tasks.
4) Knowledge of non-profit accounting. 
5) Experience with an accounting software package, Sage software preferred

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements by clicking the job title or by contacting

Silja Tobin, Assistant to the General Director
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
 P.O. Box 191910
St. Louis, MO  63119
Phone: (314) 961-0171 x 236