RCI Theatricals, an NYC-based theatrical general management company, is seeking a Director of Finance to join its team managing multiple Broadway, Off-Broadway, national touring, special projects, and developmental productions.

About RCI Theatricals

Since our founding in 1997, we have maintained a powerful presence in the live entertainment industry, managing projects of all scopes - Broadway, Off-Broadway, Regional, and Touring - and leveraging our experience and dynamic industry expertise to develop creative solutions to a range of business challenges. We have managed more than 80 Broadway shows, including but not limited to, Hadestown (Tony Award® for Best Musical), & Juliet, Shucked, Pictures From Home, Take Me Out (Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Play), Ohio State Murders, A Christmas Carol, The Minutes, American Buffalo, Jagged Little Pill, Ain’t Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations, Chicken & Biscuits, The Inheritance (Tony Award® for Best Play), Oklahoma! (Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical), The Great Society, The Sound Inside, Anastasia, American Son, the revival of Torch Song, Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, August: Osage County (Tony Award® for Best Play), Fiddler on the Roof, Race, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess (Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical), It's Only a Play, and many more shows in development.

Reporting to the Partners of RCI Theatricals, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Proficiency in preparing cash positions, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements.

• Experience working with external accounting, audit, and tax accounting firms.

• A desire to support a busy office by managing complex financial accounting and bookkeeping across multiple entities.

• The skills to navigate the financial aspects of Broadway unions, contracts, and investors.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks (web and desktop versions a plus), Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel), and Google Suite.

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and decorum.

• Ability to problem solve, self-start, and maintain a calm and positive demeanor under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• A sense of humor and ability to find the fun in work.

• While not a requirement, individuals who are Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) are highly encouraged to apply.

• An interest in Commercial Theatre or Arts Administration is a plus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Working closely and collaborating with General Management and Company Management teams with ongoing bookkeeping and accounting needs for all actively running shows, developmental projects, and closed entities.

• Manage weekly accounting, budgets, and cash flows for all entities.

• Paying all bills, bookkeeping, accounting, and tax preparation for all RCI entities.

• Managing RCI payroll, insurance, and benefits including onboarding and offboarding of all employees.

• Preparing RCI monthly billing invoices and expense reimbursement invoices for all entities.

• Maintaining QuickBooks users and permissions for all entities.

• Scanning bank deposits and managing bank reconciliations for all entities.

• Applying for EIN and NYS Employment Reference numbers for all entities.

• Managing federal and state tax accounts.

• Registering for tax withholdings in all states for national touring productions as well as registering and paying all foreign withholding taxes for all entities.

• Managing all audit requests (GAAP, IRS, UI, tax credits) and assisting with Workers' Compensation audits as needed.

• Reviewing all quarterly tax returns for all entities.

• Coordinating W-2, 1099 and K-1 distributions for all entities.

• Managing online banking for all users across multiple banking institutions.

• Managing tax credit process for all states including submitting initial and final applications as well as facilitating audit with external tax accounting firm.

• Calculating profit distributions and submitting quarterly reports for all entities.

• Reviewing LLC operating agreements and subscription documents drafts in conjunction with production counsel.

• Completing federal census surveys for all entities.

• Tracking subsidiary rights and licensing income for all entities.

Compensation: $130,000-$160,000 Annually

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 3 months of employment

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) after 6 months of employment (with employer match)

• Commuter benefits

• Sick & Paid Time Off

• Ticket Reimbursement Program

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• Complimentary ticket offers as available

Hours: In-office hours are Monday through Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM. Additional evening or weekend commitments may arise and will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume as PDFs to allison@rcitheatricals.com by Friday, October 25th with the subject line “Director of Finance Application – [LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]”.

RCI Theatricals is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, familial status, national origin, age, ability, or veteran status.

RCI seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color - as well as members of all historically excluded groups - to apply.

Please visit www.rcitheatricals.com for more information on RCI Theatricals.

Application Instructions / Public Contact Information

To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume as PDFs to allison@rcitheatricals.com by Friday, October 25th with the subject line “Director of Finance Application – [LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]”.

Application Deadline
10/25/2024

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