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Title: Controller
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Status: Exempt
Direct Reports: Financial Analyst & Staff Accountant
Schedule: Monday - Friday (Hybrid Schedule)
Compensation: $150,000 annually
About Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
For three decades, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts has served as a dynamic hub for contemporary art in San Francisco's downtown community, showcasing innovative and thought-provoking contemporary art across various disciplines, including visual arts, performing arts, film and more. YBCA brings together artists, audiences, and perspectives under one roof. We believe it’s this synergy that makes the city what it is today and will be for years to come–a hotbed for new and emerging creativity—a place where the diversity of the Bay Area comes to life and its artists, people, and ideas thrive.
YBCA aims to be a catalyst for conversations around critical social and cultural questions, using art as a medium to engage audiences in meaningful dialogues. To do this, YBCA is committed to supporting artists who push boundaries and challenge conventions, encouraging experimentation and
innovation in the arts.
YBCA Mission, Vision, Values
Mission: To be a gathering space for creative expression that fosters meaningful connection for all.
Vision: To be a catalyst of creative exploration, expression, and innovation that empowers artists, inspires community, and drives lasting social change.
Values:
- Belonging – The arts are for everyone.
- Inclusive Collaboration – We are stronger together.
- Optimism – Art has the power to inspire change.
- Curiosity – Learning is at the center of artistic expression.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting and reporting activities. The Controller will be involved in supporting presentations to the board finance and audit committee and will work closely with the senior leadership team.
The Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations of a budget of $12 million and supervise a team of two staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and grants administration. The Controller will ensure that Yerba Buena Center for the Arts has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and conduct flawless audits. The Controller will work closely with program leaders and their staff, not only to educate them regarding finance and accounting procedures but also to explore how the finance function can support program operations.
In addition, the Controller will partner with the CFO, senior leadership, and the human resources (HR) and information technology (IT) staff to enhance and better integrate finance, HR, and IT functions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures.
- Coordinate all audit activity.
- Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep CFO abreast of YBCA’s financial status.
- Assist CFO in the annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review all financial plans and compare to actual results with a view to identify, explain, and correct variances as appropriate.
- Support the CFO in engaging the board’s audit and finance committees around issues and trends in financial operating models and delivery.
- Oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period; collate financial reporting materials for government, corporate, and foundation grants.
- Manage organizational cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with development and other departments; continuously collaborate with program teams to assess the financial efficacy of program operations and establish finance and administrative systems to support program operations.
- Manage and track the performance of invested assets in keeping with policies and investment guidelines.
- Leverage strengths of the current finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals.
- Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
Qualifications, Education, Training, and Certifications
- Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), general ledger accounting, cost accounting, financial systems and internal control methodology.
- Advanced experience of accrual and fund based accounting.
- Experience with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, bill.com, and advanced knowledge of excel/google sheets.
- Advanced knowledge of enterprise level accounting , budgeting and reporting software.
- A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who will own, in partnership with the CFO, the responsibility for the finance department.
- Minimum of 7 years of finance and accounting experience or combination of a Bachelor’s degree or MBA in accounting, finance or business administration with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant finance and accounting experience.
- Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
- A track record in grants management as it relates to compliance and reporting of government, corporate and foundation grants is essential
- Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors;
- Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team; the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly
- Keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus. simple reporting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board or other outside partners.
- Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance team members.
Who Should Apply?
Research shows that candidates from groups closest to the harms of institutional racism and inequality often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications; we believe that no one meets 100% of the qualifications. We are less concerned about whether you’ve done everything within a particular job description and are more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team.
Ultimately, we are seeking applicants who have a blend – in some way – of the following:
- Minimum of 7 years of finance and accounting experience or combination of a Bachelor’s degree or MBA in accounting, finance or business administration with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant finance and accounting experience.
- Thrives in a highly collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and access, and works effectively with people of varied backgrounds, experiences, points of view, and aspirations.
- Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll, and accounting for investments.
- Keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus. simple reporting
If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $150,000 annually based on full-time hours, and includes a competitive benefits package:
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Parking/Commuter)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Reciprocal entry to participating Bay Area and North American museums (NARM)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a work culture and environment that is reflective of San Francisco Bay Area demography. The Center encourages and actively recruits applicants representing dimensions of difference that include — but are not limited to — age, national origin, ethnicity, race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, gender or political affiliation.
YBCA will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (SF Police Code, Article 49).
Accommodations
YBCA is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. To request an accommodation at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact accommodations@ybca.org with the subject line “Accommodations Request.”
Health and Safety
At YBCA, we continue to prioritize the health and well-being of our community. Our current COVID-19 health and safety protocols meet or exceed local, state, and federal public health requirements. We require proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Exemption from these requirements will be reviewed according to standards set forth by state and local health agencies and reasonable accommodations will be made for those providing valid exemptions.
All initial interviews will be conducted remotely via phone or video conference. Please note that this position may perform some work remotely and on site responsibilities.
Application Status
Thank you for your interest in joining the YBCA team! After you apply, you’ll receive a confirmation email letting you know we’ve received your resume. Our recruiting team will review your application and reach out if your experience matches an open role.
We also invite you to upload your resume and join the YBCA Talent Community to stay connected and be considered for future opportunities as they become available. We wish you the best of luck in your job search!
Agencies and Recruiting Firms: Please note that we will only review applications submitted directly by candidates and do not accept resumes or pay fees to third parties. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of YBCA.
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Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $150,000 annually based on full-time hours, and includes a competitive benefits package:
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Parking/Commuter)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Reciprocal entry to participating Bay Area and North American museums (NARM)
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