Wheat Ridge, Colorado, United States · On-site
$95k–$110k/yr
Reports to: President & CEO Classification: Full-time, exempt Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed) Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 annually Location: Admin…
Skills: General ledger maintenance, Accounts payable, Accounts receivable, Payroll processing, Bank reconciliations
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The Controller oversees day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of accounting processes and reporting. Key duties include managing the general ledger, payroll, restricted funds, and supporting the annual audit process.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5-7 years of experience, preferably in nonprofit accounting. Proficiency in GAAP, fund accounting, and accounting software like QuickBooks is required.
Reports to: President & CEO
Classification: Full-time, exempt
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed)
Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 annually
Location: Administrative Office: 4875 Ward Road, Wheat Ridge, CO
Application Deadline: Please apply by August 14, 2026 for first round interviews. Position will remain posted until filled.
Some travel may be required to Central City during Festival season and for other organizational needs.
POSITION SUMMARY
Central City Opera Association (CCOA) seeks a Controller to oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the organization and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all accounting processes and reporting.
This role is responsible for managing core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, restricted funds tracking, and financial reporting. The Controller will play a critical role in maintaining strong financial discipline, supporting audit processes, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
This is a hands-on position focused on execution, process management, and operational excellence within the finance function.
The Controller reports to the President & CEO and works closely with the Compliance Officer/Interim CFO and other members of the leadership team.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CCO is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable work environment. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values and we are currently working to expand our capacities in these areas with a company-wide understanding that this is an ongoing process that must be embedded into the fabric of the organization. We encourage candidates who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, otherwise-abled, and other underrepresented identities to apply. All applications will receive consideration for employment.
Founded in 1932, Central City Opera is the fifth oldest professional opera company in the United States.
Central City Opera House Association is the nation’s fifth-oldest opera company, located just 35 miles west of Denver in one of Colorado’s official National Landmark Historic Districts. The company continues to present artistically excellent professional opera in an annual summer festival; to offer career-entry training to young singers; to produce education and community service programs; and to preserve and maintain the Opera House and 28 other Victorian-era properties. For more information or to purchase tickets to the Central City Opera, visit http://www.centralcityopera.org or call 303-292-6700.
Offices: 4875 Ward Rd, Suite 100, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033, US · 124 Eureka Street, Central City, CO 80427, US
Founded in 1932, Central City Opera is the fifth oldest professional opera company in the United States.
Central City Opera House Association is the nation’s fifth-oldest opera company, located just 35 miles west of Denver in one of Colorado’s official National Landmark Historic Districts. The company continues to present artistically excellent professional opera in an annual summer festival; to offer career-entry training to young singers; to produce education and community service programs; and to preserve and maintain the Opera House and 28 other Victorian-era properties. For more information or to purchase tickets to the Central City Opera, visit http://www.centralcityopera.org or call 303-292-6700.
Offices: 4875 Ward Rd, Suite 100, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033, US · 124 Eureka Street, Central City, CO 80427, US
