Director of Finance and Operations

Reporting to and working closely with the Executive Director, the Director of Finance and Operations provides leadership in financial management, organizational operations, facilities coordination, business systems, and administrative services, thereby playing a vital leadership role in fulfilling the Clark Center's mission to inspire, entertain, and educate our community through the power of cultural and performing arts.

A strategic partner to the Executive Director and department heads, the Director helps establish operational priorities, improve organizational processes, manage organizational resources, and ensure sound financial stewardship. The position leads implementation of business initiatives, oversees key vendor relationships, and supports the Center's long-term strategic goals.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented professional with demonstrated experience in financial management, administration, operations and organizational leadership with a passion for the performing arts.

Upcoming priorities include implementation of a venue management system, evaluation and implementation of a new ticketing and donor CRM platform, and continued improvement of the Center's business systems and financial operations.

Key Duties:

• Operations Leadership and Management
• Financial Leadership and Management
• Human Resources and Administration
• Technology and Business Systems Management
• Strategic Leadership

A complete position description is available at:

CC Director of Finance and Operations

To apply, email a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the position together with a current resume and list of 5 references to:

Employment@clarkcenter.org
Subject: Director of Finance and Operations Position

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Arts Administration, Theatre Management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five years of progressively responsible management experience in nonprofit, business, government, higher education, or performing arts administration.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, operations, and staff supervision.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a nonprofit or performing arts organization.
• Experience leading software implementations and organizational process improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and outsourced professional services.
• CPA, MBA, MPA, Arts Administration credentials or IAVM CVP/CVE are desirable.