Company Overview

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.

Our Mission:  “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”

Culture Statement 

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.

Job Purpose

Performs various accounting duties necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the accounting department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• With the support of the Director of Accounting Services, manages the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement closing process.
• Supervises and provides overall guidance to Treasury Accountant and Accounts Payable Specialist.
• Reviews and approves work performed by Treasury Accountant and Accounts Payable Specialist.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals and providing training. Manage personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, execute performance plans where necessary, etc.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Provide support to CFO, Director of Accounting Services, Director of Accounting, Director of Financial Planning and Analysis and other departments by answering financial and accounting questions, identifying solutions, providing financial information and ad hoc reports and other support as needed.
• Performs complex accounting calculations, which includes, but not limited to: accruals, deferrals, allocations and in-kind valuations.
• Reconciles ticketing transactions to ticketing system and general ledger.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and processes adjustments.
• Provides backup for accounts payable and cash accounting.
• Assists with preparation for annual financial statement audit by preparing various schedules and responding to auditor inquires.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• BS/BA/BBA in Accounting required.

Experience

• Minimum five years of experience in accounting.
• Minimum four years of supervising.
• Experience in a not-for-profit environment preferred.

Skills/Abilities

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and general accounting procedures.
• Excel skills must be at least intermediate, include tables, pivot tables, lookups and complex formulas and functions.
• Strong knowledge of ERP accounting softwares.
• Experience with expense management and AP automation systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage, direct and supervise staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Supervises

• Treasury Accountant
• Accounts Payable Specialist

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to move around the office and work environment; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position operates in a hybrid office environment in which select days may be remote.

Benefits

Full time positions include the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance

401k Plan with employer contributions

Time off benefits including personal days, sick days, vacation days and 10 paid holidays.

Some work from home options are available.

In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.