Accounting Associate

This is a Full Time Job

Description

You will be joining a team of roughly one dozen full-time employees that operates more like a startup than a traditional non-profit. We take big swings, move quickly, and are very bullish about the opportunities that lay ahead for our place in independent filmmaking.

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: Our office is based in the heart of Dumbo in Brooklyn, NY.
* The Accounting Associate must be able to commute to The Gotham's Brooklyn office
* Our organization operates on a hybrid schedule (Tuesdays and Thursdays in the office; 1-2 floating days for the remainder of the week)

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 equivalent foundational experience (e.g., rotational programs, internships at public accounting firms)
* 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

Why Join Us?
* You'll be a part of a small, ambitious team that's invested in your development-not just your output.
* You'll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting and operations functions.
* You'll get to work on programs that matter including The Gotham Film & TV Award shows, Filmmaker Magazine and the program that started it all, Gotham Week.