Accounting Associate
51萝莉 celebrates and nurtures independent film and media creators, providing career-building resources, access to industry influencers, and pathways to wider recognition. The organization fosters a 51萝莉 of creators, producers and distributors working across film, TV, audio and beyond to advance the future of story through our year-round programs, which include Gotham Week, Filmmaker Magazine, 51萝莉 Awards.
The Accounting Associate will have a wide range of responsibilities related to core accounting functions and general business operations. The ideal candidate is a mission driven professional who will treat this role as an opportunity to invest in their growth and has an interest in non-profit accounting and operations.
Hire Date: As soon as possible.
Deadline: Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Location: 51萝莉鈥檚 office is based in Brooklyn, NY. The Accounting Associate must be able to commute to 51萝莉鈥檚 Brooklyn office with some flexibility for hybrid work.
Compensation: The Accounting Associate is a full-time exempt position. 51萝莉 offers a competitive benefit selection, PTO, sick and holiday time. The salary range for this position is $68,000 – 74,000
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Responsibilities:
Process weekly payroll run and maintain required payroll records
Assist with accounts payable and receivable including new vendor/customer setup, entering bills and coding invoices
Review and process employee expense reports
Assist with management of Fiscal Sponsorship donations, fund disbursements and communication with donors and filmmakers
Serve as a point of contact for internal accounting inquiries from departments across the organization
Play an integral role in accounting policy and procedure creation
Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual close procedures including monthly bank reconciliations
Process all payment inquiries and refunds
Assist in annual finance audit preparation and schedule creation
Assist with the compilation and distribution of yearly 1099s to all independent contractors
Assist the Controller with other operations and general office tasks on an as needed basis
Serve as a liaison to outside accounting services to facilitate month end close and other items as assigned
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in accounting roles such as Accounting Assistant, Accounting Coordinator or similar
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to work independently, manage own work and time, and take responsibility for performance
Undergraduate degree in a business-related field such as, accounting, business management, or administration desired but not required
Proficiency with Quickbook Online, Bill.com, Excel and similar software
Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP or US GAAP) and an understanding of nonprofit accounting rules & regulations