Chief Financial Officer

REPORTS TO : President and CEO

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DIRECT REPORTS : Controller, Director of Human Resources, Director of Facilities, Director of Information Technology

KEY INTERACTIONS : President & CEO, Executive Management Team (COO, CPO, CMC, VP Education and Community). Board Chair; Treasurer;

Chair of Endowment Trust

POSITION SUMMARY :

Reporting to the President and CEO, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for managing the financial, capital, technological and human resources strategies, overseeing all financial aspects of the SLSO.

The CFO plans and directs the organization’s overall financial plans, accounting policies and practices including strategic planning involving projections, evaluating progress and meeting objectives.

Oversees and directs budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, insurance, pension, endowment, facilities, information technology and human resources.

This is an opportunity to create a lasting impact on the overall organization and the St. Louis community, shape the future of one of America’s leading orchestras and elevate the SLSO as a leading arts organization in our region.

This inspirational leader will :

• Provide vision and execution of strategic plan via business process improvements and system enhancements for greater control, operating efficiencies, and best practices across the organization.
• Lead, coach, and develop resources towards better financial processes, performance metrics, and business analytics.
• Partner with the Executive Team to advance strategic, artistic and operational initiatives that meet or exceed financial objectives.
• Reinforce financial integrity through oversight of standardized processes and practices, and consistent application of policies.

PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY :

• Leadership Drive the transformation of the finance and accounting function through structural design, process improvements, and systems application to support effective and efficient financial management and analysis.
• Financial Analysis Oversee the analysis and evaluation of financial results, trends, fluctuations, and ratios that will drive higher levels of financial performance.
• Strategic Planning Serve as a resource and analyst to align financial, technical and human resources under the Strategic Plan.
• Accounting Oversight Provide oversight for accounting, financial reporting and compliance.
• Building Management Oversee the future preservation, enhancement and functioning of Powell Hall.
• Information Technology and Human Resources Ensure proper information technology infrastructure and platform to maximize productivity and job satisfaction.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB :

• Direct the Finance Team in providing and directing procedures and systems necessary to maintain proper records.
• Develop accounting policies to comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Provide and implement strategy on budget process, capital expenditure planning, campaign and forecasting needs.
• Review and approve all financial statements.
• As a member of Executive Team, work on long-term strategic and revenue generation planning.
• Manage insurance programs in partnership with Director of Human Resources.
• Provide support to manage organization’s endowment investments.
• Oversee Facilities maintenance and operations.
• Oversee information technology operations.
• In collaboration with the President and CEO, oversees the functioning and membership recruitment for the Audit & Finance and Endowment Trust.
• Maintain excellent communication with Executive Team and the President and CEO.
• Attend, prepare presentations and set agendas for various meetings as needed.
• Respond to finance related or general information inquiries.
• Perform other duties as needed or directed.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

The ideal candidate will have very strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable interacting with individuals from varied backgrounds.

They will have broad finance and operations experience, including experience with nonprofit organizations.

Knowledge and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related area. Master’s preferred.
• Ten or more years of applicable experience with experience working for a nonprofit in a supervisory role.
• CPA designation (required) and Public accounting experience (preferred).
• Knowledge and understanding of the economics of a nonprofit organization.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles.
• Experience must include supervisory, and ideal candidates would have information technology, human resources and facilities experience.

Skills and Abilities :

• Excellent leadership skills and ability to motivate teams.
• Strategic planner with ability to deal with complex factors.
• High level of financial analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superb problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop individuals and teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional project management skills.
• Commitment to the mission of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.

Working Conditions :

The typical office hours are 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Ability to work extra hours as determined by the workload and concert schedule.

Hybrid schedule offered.

The SLSO embraces a world in which every life is enriched through the power of music. We are committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion and connectedness where a diverse team of employees can grow and thrive.

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