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Senior Accountant and Financial Analyst

Minnesota Orchestra · Minneapolis, MN · 4 days ago
On-siteFinance$85k–$105k/yrFull-time

Location: Minneapolis, MN | Department: Finance | Reports To: Senior Director of Finance | Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

About The Minnesota Orchestra

The Minnesota Orchestra is a Grammy Award-winning orchestra known for acclaimed performances in Minnesota and around the world, a storied history of recordings and radio broadcasts, innovative educational engagement programs and a commitment to new orchestral music. Founded by Emil Oberhoffer in 1903 as the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, the organization was the eighth major orchestra established in the United States. Today the Orchestra performs a wide variety of music including nearly 175 concerts in a typical year, primarily at Orchestra Hall in downtown Minneapolis. The Orchestra is led by Music Director Thomas Søndergård and has an annual budget of $42.6M, ending FY2024 with net assets of $185.5M. The organization employs over 150 full-time employees and over 100 part-time staff, supported by an 80+ member Board of Directors.

Minnesota Orchestra Values

We believe every employee is essential to the success of the organization and critical to accomplishing our mission to enrich, inspire and serve our community. Our working relationships are based on respect, confidence, and a genuine desire to actively listen and collaborate. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization that honors and reflects the community we serve, welcoming and instilling diversity across our organization, and nurturing an equitable and inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

Accounting (50%):

  • Record and reconcile general ledger transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, and journal entries.
  • Perform monthly and annual closings; prepare supporting schedules for audits and governmental reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and fund accounting requirements.
  • Maintain accurate grant and restricted fund tracking.
  • Assist with internal controls and audit readiness.

Financial Analysis (50%):

  • Develop and maintain financial models for annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
  • Analyze financial results vs. budget, investigate variances, and provide actionable insights.
  • Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports and dashboards for all departments.
  • Prepare financial reports and dashboards for CFO and Controller to present at board meetings.
  • Support grant proposals and renewals with budgeting, forecasting, and financial narratives.
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance financial reporting and analysis.

Leadership Expectations

  • Demonstrate integrity in actions and words.
  • Uphold Minnesota Orchestra values in all interactions.
  • Meet deadlines and maintain high accuracy in all deliverables.
  • Support a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
  • Take initiative in identifying and solving challenges.
  • Provide excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Work Environment and Physical and Mental Demands

The Minnesota Orchestra is primarily a place-based organization, offering hybrid schedules that require some consistent, in-person, on-site work. Work is performed in an open office environment with moderate noise levels, on stage, in lobbies, or other locations within Orchestra Hall. The role may occasionally require outdoor work for concerts or other activities. Responsibilities may include:

  • Sitting or standing at a desk or work surface.
  • Talking, hearing, and using hands or fingers to handle objects.
  • Reviewing documents or monitors with small print.
  • Operating computers, phones, and other office tools.
  • Attending meetings or events at Orchestra locations or other sites.
  • Lifting or moving objects up to 15 lbs.

The typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with the possibility of extended evening, weekend, or holiday hours. This exempt position requires delivering work within established deadlines and quality standards, with some autonomy to determine attendance at performances or other events.

Benefits

Health Benefits

  • Generous employer contributions to medical plans.
  • Dental and vision plans.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) funding each pay period.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability.

Time Off Benefits

  • Generous PTO accrual.
  • Generous sick leave accrual.
  • Volunteering Time Off.
  • 13 organizational holidays.

Financial Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan with two ways to earn organizational contributions.

Perks

  • MetroPass.
  • Parking Garage Discounts.
  • Complimentary and Discounted Tickets.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
  • CPA or progress toward it is a plus.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting and/or financial analysis experience, preferably in a non-profit environment.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting.
  • Excellent communication skills, with ability to translate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Skills

  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) a plus.
  • Experience with accounting/ERP software preferred.

Pay

$85,000 to $105,000 annually

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