Chris Mustard’s career in arts management spans more than two decades, and has focused on charitable organizations’ financial systems and reporting needs. Currently working with Young Associates, a leading Toronto arts consulting firm, Chris specializes in working with managements to develop effective accounting systems, from software implementation through development of internal and external reports, and financial information management.

Chris is also an accomplished one-on-one trainer, helping individuals with limited technical backgrounds become proficient at maintaining their accounting records, preparing and interpreting accurate financial statements, and making sound financial decisions for their companies.

Her work includes consulting assignments as well as ongoing financial management support to a roster of Toronto arts and cultural companies, and some organizations in the broader charitable sector. In this capacity, she oversees accounting systems, prepares account reconciliations, assists with preparation for annual audits, and works with general managers on planning issues, including budgeting for annual operations and projects, cashflow forecasting and grant financials.

Current clients include Esprit Orchestra, Coleman Lemieux Company, Pleiades Theatre, Orchestras Canada, World Literacy of Canada, Theatre Direct Canada, Art of Time Ensemble, Alemeda Theatre Company, Music Gallery, Toronto Dance Theatre, Necessary Angel Theatre, Ontario Association of Art Galleries, Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, and Cahoots Theatre.