Chief Financial Officer

Are you looking to make a lasting impact on enriching and improving the lives of the Charlotte community with one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit organizations? At Blumenthal Arts, we believe arts unite and transform lives. By joining our team, you could help continue our mission, inspire the next generation, and be part of our evolution as a national leader with a growing international reputation in presenting and producing.

Blumenthal Arts seeks a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the organization’s financial operations and long-term planning. This is a key leadership role for an experienced finance professional passionate about supporting the arts through strong fiscal stewardship. The CFO will guide financial strategy, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. They will also manage risk, support investment planning, and partner with departments across the organization to align financial goals with artistic and educational initiatives. Reporting to the President & CEO, the CFO will serve as a trusted advisor to both executive leadership and the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in financial management, exceptional leadership skills, and a collaborative, mission-driven mindset.

Your impact:

• Financial Management: Manage the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and auditing. Ensure that the financial transactions, policies, and procedures meet the organization's short and long-term business objectives and are conducted in accordance with regulations, accounting principles, and standards.
• Treasury and Balance Sheet Management: Oversee and forecast cash flow positions and funds available for investment. Ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements. Align the endowment strategy to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement the financial strategy of the company. This includes short and long-term financial planning and forecasting, risk management, and investment strategies. Align short- and long-term vision(s) to financials.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements. Ensure the timely reporting of key financial data and updates to the CEO, Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders.
• Compliance: Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions. This includes tax planning and compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations. Assist other departments in grant reporting.
• Risk Management: Identify and manage financial and operational risks that could impact the organization’s stability and reputation. Devise and implement risk mitigation strategies, implement internal control systems, and ensure strict adherence to any local, state and federal regulation guidelines and reporting standards. Partner with Ticketing, IT and other departments to manage cybersecurity issues and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Leadership: Provide leadership to the executive management team on their respective department's financial matters, future strategic planning, and budget preparation/management. Educate, advise and provide clear recommendations to the Board and senior leaders on a wide range of financial management and planning issues. Manage the finance staff team and ensure their ongoing professional development and training. Direct the annual budgeting process. Construct and implement policies and procedures regarding financial transactions. Networks with peers at similar institutions nationally for sharing of information on trends and best practices.
  
  
  

Who We Are:

For 31 years, Blumenthal Arts has been presenting the best of Broadway which has established us as a top-ten touring market. Along with hosting and investing in Tony Award-winning Broadway, we shape the future of arts through new and original works we help produce and by nurturing artists. We support local artists, like our award-winning Slam Charlotte poets, Blumenthal Fellows, and 16 resident companies that share our stages. We present the Charlotte International Arts Festival and innovate with cutting edge immersive projects. We infuse more than $80 million annually into our local economy and ensure access through our Arts For All Access Grants, which serve thousands of individuals each year with free and subsidized tickets and programs.

We are a diverse team of leaders, innovators, transformers, and collaborators who believe in the inspirational and uniting spirit of the arts. Our mission to use the arts as a catalyst for education, community connectedness, and economic growth drives our work. Our team infuses skills from various backgrounds and industries to continue to provide art excellence to the Charlotte community.

Why Join Us:

We prioritize our employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefits package that not only includes competitive compensation but also emphasizes work-life balance. Our employee-forward approach fosters an environment where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally.

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical insurance with no-cost premium for employee only coverage, plus FSA and employer-funded HRA options
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time to recharge with your loved ones
• Life Balance Reimbursement up to $125 a month for qualifying expenses such as transportation, parking, and wellness-related memberships
• Flexible schedules
• Complimentary tickets
• Vision and dental insurance
• Retirement savings with a 3% employer match to help secure your future
• And more!
  
  
  

Skills You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Master’s in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• At least 15 years of experience in senior financial managerial roles
• Professional accreditation (CPA, CFA, etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis, risk management, and forecasting methods.
• Analytical mindset with aptitude for numbers.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and Microsoft Dynamics products, preferably Business Central, and familiar with programming financial statements using cloud-based tools.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
• A strong interest in and passion for the arts and arts education and a commitment to its inherent value to our community.