Join the ACT Community Today

ACT Contemporary Theatre (ACT) is in the midst of a transformative organizational change as we greatly anticipate and plan for an upcoming merger with Seattle Shakespeare Company, effective July 2025. We are excited to announce an extraordinary opportunity for a detail-oriented, collaborative, and highly organized Controller to join our team.

The ideal candidate is to be expertly skilled at organizing the daily operations of the Finance department. They will lead the organizational efforts to merge the two companies accounting processes and records, bringing deep ground-level knowledge of non-profit financial reporting and controls.

The Controller is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the theatre, including careful oversight of accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), payroll, and general ledger activities. This role provides sound financial stewardship in support of the organization’s mission, maintains effective internal controls in accordance with best practices and regulations, and ensures the accuracy of financial records.

The Controller assists the General Manager and Managing Director with the organization and preparation of budgets, cash flow, and financial analyses of operations, including interim and final financial statements. This position requires strong accounting acumen, leadership skills, and a vision for continuous improvement through careful stewardship of the Finance department. The Controller oversees the Senior Accountant.

The role is a hybrid position with 3 days per week minimum onsite. The salary for this position is $110,000 annually. ACT provides comprehensive benefits, including access to health insurance, with ACT paying 92% of the monthly deductible for the HMO plan, dental and vision insurance with employee contribution. Long term and life insurance premiums are fully covered by ACT. We offer 11 paid holidays, access to a 403b plan and $5 downtown parking (except during major conventions), and free tickets to ACT and Seattle Shakespeare productions. PTO begins at 20 days per year and employees also accrue sick time per Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST).

View the full job description here.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to astrid.helgeson@acttheatre.org. Include in your cover letter any training or experience relevant to the position that you would like to highlight and specify why you are interested in joining ACT and Seattle Shakespeare.

If you are not sure if you meet all of our qualifications but believe you could excel in the role, you are encouraged to apply. We are committed to considering a wide range of applicants, including those with diverse experience and backgrounds. If reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application and interview process, please contact astrid.helgeson@acttheatre.org.