Strategic Finance & Administration Director

Grand Rapids Ballet Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Ballet is seeking a Director, Finance & Administration to lead all financial and administrative functions for a major regional nonprofit. Based on-site in Grand Rapids, MI, you will oversee budgeting, reporting, audits, HR processes, and donor-informed financial planning to support artistic and educational programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related fields, with CPA or advanced degree preferred; experience in non-profit finance and GAAP is

Qualifications

• Strong Finance and Financial Planning leadership to guide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategy.
• Expertise in Financial Reporting to prepare accurate reports, audits, and stakeholder communications.
• Advanced Analytical Skills to interpret financial data and guide decisions.
• Experience in non-profit or arts organization finance with GAAP and donor reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and core financial management.
• Lead budgeting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Support HR documentation, benefits coordination, and office operations.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Reporting

GAAP

Grant Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/business administration

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Grand Rapids Ballet is seeking a Director, Finance & Administration to lead all financial and administrative functions for a major regional nonprofit. Based on-site in Grand Rapids, MI, you will oversee budgeting, reporting, audits, HR processes, and donor-informed financial planning to support artistic and educational programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related fields, with CPA or advanced degree preferred; experience in non-profit finance and GAAP is