Director of Finance and Administration, NSO

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States John F. Kennedy Center , Inc. Full time
About The National Symphony Orchestra

The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) enjoys international renown as one of America's finest professional orchestras. The Orchestra has gained recognition through national and international touring, recording, radio and television broadcasts, and its excellent work in education and community engagement in the greater Washington area. The NSO has been in residence at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since the Center opened in 1971. In 1986, the Orchestra became an artistic affiliate of the Kennedy Center. The NSO's Music Director, Gianandrea Noseda, is widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation.

The NSO offers a classical subscription series and a pops series at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall, gives summer performances at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, and celebrates national holidays with televised concerts on the Capitol lawn. Chamber ensembles of NSO musicians perform at the Kennedy Center's Terrace Theatre and Millennium stage and the orchestra participates in an extensive education program. NSO In Your Neighborhood brings more than 30 performances and events to schools, churches, community centers, and other local venues in a single week. NSO Sound Health brings musicians to facilities like Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and National Institutes of Health (NIH). The NSO also continues to tour nationally and internationally.

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.

Why Join Us

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including:
  • Staff offers for discount tickets
  • Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
  • Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
  • Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • We like to have fun Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video
Job Description

The Director of Finance and Administration, NSO, partners with the Executive Director and Kennedy Center (KC) Finance and Human Resources staff to strategize the NSO's long-term growth and financial sustainability. The position oversees the NSO's budget in collaboration with the Kennedy Center's Finance department. The Director of Finance and Administration, NSO, is the liaison between KC Finance, KC Human Resources, and the NSO and leads the NSO team through the Kennedy Center's financial and HR processes. Responsibilities include leading regular budget projections for all NSO departments; creating or participating in the creation of financial reports by the KC Finance staff for Board meetings, Board committee meetings, and planning purposes; analyzing financial data for planning purposes and advising the Executive Director; overseeing NSO personnel policies, reviews, and other personnel-related items in collaboration with the KC Human Resources department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Liaise between KC Finance, KC Human Resources, and the NSO and leads the NSO team through the Kennedy Center's financial and HR processes.
  • Partner with the Executive Director and Kennedy Center finance and development departments to strategize the long-term growth and financial sustainability of the NSO.
  • Provide financial analysis to Executive Director.
  • Provide feedback and insights on the NSO program to Kennedy Center Finance and partner with Kennedy Center Finance to conduct financial analysis and modeling as needed.
  • Manage the day-to-day financial operations for the NSO including purchase requisitions, the timely submission of invoices to accounts payable, contract administration, and grants administration, where applicable.
  • Prepare and/or review the calculation for orchestra service costs and any NSO-related fees or charges in collaboration with the Kennedy Center's Finance department.
  • Prepare reports for board and finance committee meetings in collaboration with the Kennedy Center's Finance department.
  • Responsible for ensuring annual schedule compliance with collective bargaining agreement through maintenance of Contract Limitations spreadsheet (3 years), NSO Date Book (4 years), and Concert Hall reservations (3 years).
  • Serve as staff lead for the NSO board Pension Committee and NSO board Finance Committee.
  • Present NSO financial reports for Finance and Executive Committee meetings and board meetings.
  • Prepare annual NSO Musician, Music Director, Principal Pops, and Conductor Laureate payroll spreadsheets and requisitions for implementation by the Payroll and Human Resources Departments.
  • Draft individual letters of agreement for musicians according to standard formats and special information from the Executive Director and/or Director of Orchestra Personnel.
  • Administer musicians' Instrument Loan Fund according to published guidelines: ensure validity of requests, availability of funds, and prepare contracts for the Executive Director's signature.
  • In negotiation years, provide research, including financial modeling as required, revise the Master Agreement and arrange for printing, in consultation with local Union.
  • Serve as NSO liaison to Kennedy Center human resources.
  • Oversee the annual personnel review process on behalf of the NSO.
  • Manage the annual institutional and department goal-setting process in collaboration with Kennedy Center Human Resources.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of nonprofit finance experience preferred.
  • Strong budgeting and forecasting ability.
  • Experience with implementing human resources processes and procedures
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Management experience.
  • Strong communication skills.

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