Controller (Part-Time, Year Round)

Hudson Valley Shakespeare (HVS) is a professional nonprofit theater company that presents a rotating repertory season of Shakespeare, contemporary plays, and musicals in an open-air theater from June through September. Located in Garrison, New York, in the heart of the Hudson Valley, our spectacular 98-acre campus is a vibrant community hub, a cultural and educational anchor for the region, and a national model for environmental sustainability in the performing arts. In the summer of 2026, HVS will open its first permanent home: The Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center.

The Part-Time Controller is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s financial records. This role oversees monthly close, reviews the work of the Staff Accountant, ensures compliance with nonprofit GAAP and grant requirements, and supports a successful transition to Sage Intacct.

The Controller reports directly to the Director of Finance. This role focuses on accounting oversight and compliance and does not include fundraising, HR, or executive-level financial strategy responsibilities.

Responsibilities
Financial Oversight & Compliance
• Review and approve monthly close prepared by Staff Accountant
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit GAAP and grant/funder requirements
• Review reconciliations (cash, investments, pledges, restricted funds)
• Oversee proper classification of operating vs. capital activity
• Review payroll and AP for internal control compliance
• Support ongoing refinement of financial policies and internal controls.

Financial Reporting
• Produce and review monthly financial statements (BvA, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Prepare grant and funder financial reports
• Support audit and Form 990 preparation
• Provide accounting support for insurance audits and capital project reporting, in coordination with the Director of Finance

Systems & Sage Intacct Migration
• Lead accounting-side transition from QuickBooks to Sage Intacct
• Assure accuracy of data feeds and system integrity

Qualifications and Experience
• At least 3 years in a nonprofit Controller role (performing arts sector a plus)
• Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit financial accounting and reporting
• Direct experience with Sage Intacct or another multi-entity cloud ERP strongly preferred
• Experience with government grant compliance reporting

Terms & Compensation
• Start Date: March 2026
• Salary Range: $40-45 hourly, commensurate with experience.
• Schedule: 20 hours per week (Mon–Thu, 9:00am–2:00pm, or equivalent) on-site with the option for two remote days per month, except during periods requiring on-site presence
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Organizational Culture & Values
Support HVS’s culture grounded in Excellence, Inclusion, Generosity, Playfulness, and Sustainability.

To Apply
Please send a resume and brief cover letter (PDF format) to jobs@hvshakespeare.org with the subject line: Part-time Controller: [Your Name].
No phone calls, please.