Accounting Manager

The Old Globe, the Tony Award-winning regional theatre located in the heart of San Diego's beautiful Balboa Park, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a full-time, benefited position. Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, including managing the Theatre's $30 million annual operating budget. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the nation's leading not-for-profit theatres and contribute to its continued artistic and financial success.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Coordinate and complete annual audit, providing necessary documentation and information to auditors.
• Update and document business processes and accounting policies as needed to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Analyze financial discrepancies and recommend effective resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall department and company goals and objectives.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
• Provide leadership in accounting office to other staff and within the organization when needed and when Director of Finance is unavailable.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and abilities:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree, accounting or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis within a similar industry or environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing accounting teams and overseeing daily accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Ability to sit for extended time periods; hearing adequate to maintain conversations in person and over phone/video calls; vision adequate to read small text on paper and computers; able to quickly and accurately type and enter data on a computer keyboard. Occasional light lifting up to 25lbs. required.

Pay Rate: Annual Salary range is $80,000-90,000. This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits including 401(k) after first year employment. Must be able to pass applicable background check. Multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.