Financial Analyst

Dallas Summer Musicals, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Drug/Alcohol Free Workplace

Job summary

Dallas Summer Musicals, Inc. seeks a Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning for a nonprofit arts organization. You will track KPIs, perform analyses, and monitor fixed assets and capital projects.

The role requires on-site work at the Music Hall at Fair Park, with up to two remote days per week as assigned. The ideal candidate has a finance/Accounting background, strong Excel skills, and experience with budgeting and NetSuite planning and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field, plus 3 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and capital asset management.
• Proficient in Excel with VLOOKUP, pivot tables and data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and present the Broadway Dallas budget; oversee multi-department budgets and the payroll module.
• Develop three-year forecasts and load budgets into NetSuite; prepare materials for executives and the Board.
• Perform KPI tracking, data analyses, and ad hoc analyses as requested.
• Create data visualizations and summarize rental settlements to inform budgeting.
• Administer fixed assets, depreciation, and capital project monitoring.
• Support monthly and annual close with timely documentation.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

NetSuite Planning and Budgeting

Job description

Position Title: Financial Analyst
Department: Finance
Reports To: Controller, Jeanne Reese
Direct Reports: None
Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried
Compensation : $75,000 annual salary paid twice-monthly
Schedule : Weekday shift from 8:30am-5:30pm, adjusted as necessary for night and weekend work based on Broadway Dallas event/meeting programming
Location: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas, TX
Remote Work: Flex: In person at the worksite, with up to 2 days/week remote as assigned by supervisor
Desired Start Date: November 9, 2026

Position Summary:

Join a team of dedicated finance and administration professionals who support fellow employees, contractors, vendors, renters, and artists working out of the historic century-old Music Hall at Fair Park. As one of the region’s leading nonprofit arts organizations, each year Broadway Dallas presents approximately 18 weeks of touring Broadway performances and dozens of concert, spoken word, and other events at the Music Hall at Fair Park, and another 2-4 weeks of Broadway at the Winspear. Additionally, Broadway Dallas is proud of its growing education and community work in classrooms and throughout the community in North Texas and beyond.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for formulation and presentation of the Broadway Dallas budget, all forecasting and long-term financial planning, Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking , data and analyses, fixed asset accounting, and capital project monitoring.

This position requires regular on-site work in and around the Music Hall at Fair Park. Familiarity with Fair Park and its surrounding neighborhoods is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Budget Formulation & Presentation: Coordinate the annual budget process, from kick-off to post-approval. Build the Broadway Series budget. Build the Third-Party Rental budget. Oversee departmental budget development, working with other Finance staff who support each department. Oversee the payroll module build, working with the Payroll Specialist. Build the three-year forecast. Load the proposed budget into NetSuite and produce reports for the Board’s review. Prepare budget materials for executives, the Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors. After Board approval, load the approved budget into NetSuite, prepare a final budget Excel file for each department, working with other Finance staff who support each department. Prepare and deliver a presentation to each department head individually, and to the full-time staff en masse.
• Long-Term and Monthly Forecasting: In addition to the three-year forecast for the budget, develop other long-term forecasts for existing business activities or for potential new activities. For monthly financial reports to the Board in June - October, update the end-of-FY forecast in NetSuite.
• Key Performance Indicator Tracking and Insights: Review and analyze KPIs, recommend new KPIs, create and maintain stat accounts in the financial system. Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of stat account data.
• Ad Hoc Analyses as requested: for example, analyses of staffing proposals, organizational structure, and budget sustainability.
• Data Visualizations, Analyses, and Ad Hoc Reporting: Develop a strategy and approach for data visualizations and analyses, review it with Finance management, and implement it. Included should be a p rompt review and analysis of Broadway and Third-Party rental settlements and preparation of a summary and insights to inform budgeting and forecasting.
• Fixed Assets and Capital Projects: Administer the capitalization policy, record fixed asset values, determine the useful life of assets, calculate and record depreciation, and prepare the depreciation budget. Monitor capital spending, review and analyze variances from the capital budget, and assist Production Facilities as needed with tracking.
• Department Contact: Serve as the primary point of contact for one or more departments. Work with assigned department(s) to review monthly revenues and expenditures, prepare budgets and forecasts, and answer any finance and accounting questions.
• Monthly and Annual Close: Support the monthly and annual close processes by completing all activities on time and accurately, and providing documentation and schedules as needed. Strictly adhere to deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field, plus t hree (3) years of relevant experience in finance and/or accounting . This requirement may be met by a combination of education and experience for at least seven (7) years total, provided the candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial principles and practices, particularly in budgeting, forecasting, and capital asset management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with knowledge of vlookup, pivot tables, and data manipulation with multiple file formats.
• Demonstrated expertise in analysis and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated success in prioritizing tasks, managing workload efficiently, and meeting deadlines to achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated success in working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Access to consistent method of transport to/from the Music Hall at Fair Park and other designated work locations (venues, off-site event/meeting sites, etc.)

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field.
• Proficient in Oracle NetSuite.
• Proficient in NetSuite Planning and Budgeting.
• Demonstrated experience with both nonprofit 501(c)(3) accounting as well as traditional business accounting.
• Demonstrated appreciation of musical theatre orthe performing arts in general.

Working Conditions:

• Regular office environment.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the organization retirement plan, PTO allowance, and other benefits allotted to full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Drug/Alcohol Free and Safe Workplace, and Anti-Harassment Policies
• Professional development opportunities, including training and seminars on topics such as Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Access (EDIA), safe space training, and other opportunities as available
• Occasional access to complimentary tickets to theatrical performances in the Music Hall and at surrounding arts organizations

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Broadway Dallas is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, so applicants excited about this role but whose experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification are encouraged to apply.

About Broadway Dallas

The non-profit Broadway Dallas has presented the best of Broadway touring productions to North Texas audiences since 1941. Located in the historic Music Hall at Fair Park, Broadway Dallas promotes excellence in live musical theatre with year-round performances for diverse audiences of all ages, impacting the lives of children and families through education and community outreach programs, while enriching the cultural landscape of North Texas and the Southwest Region. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Broadway Dallas relies on a variety of funding sources to offer affordable ticket prices, preserve the beautiful historic theatre, educate young audiences, and develop impactful community programs.

Broadway Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. Broadway Dallas is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, volunteers, sub-contractors, vendors, and clients.

Disclaimer:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.