Accounts Payable Clerk
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Classification: Part time, Year-Round, non-exempt position
Department: Finance
Reports To: Accounting Manager, Director of Finance
Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 (hourly non-exempt)
Supervises: none
Location: Cooperstown, NY — In-person is required
Internal applications will receive priority from:10/15/2025-10/20/2025
Position Description:
The Glimmerglass Festival seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to join the Finance team, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and a supportive role within the office. The primary goals of the position include maintaining an accurate and efficient Accounts Payable (AP) process, overseeing invoice management, fostering strong fiscal communication throughout the company, and with external vendors. The position will start as part time, with the opportunity to expand hours and duties starting in the summer of 2026.
Responsibilities:
Manage and distribute incoming invoices, bills and statements
Assist staff members with Purchase Orders as needed
Monitor budget coding information on submitted POs
Obtain proper authorizations for all invoices
Prepare & enter invoices into Quickbooks with data accuracy
Handle confidential financial paperwork with discretion and professionalism.
Electronically deposit incoming monies daily
Assemble weekly check run for signatories and ensure proper procedures are followed
Upload check run weekly to banking system.
Monitor company utilities (phone, internet, heating, water, etc.) and ensure payments are made within the due date
Manage recurring charge accounts
Maintain all Vendor Accounts with current documentation (Addresses, DD, W-9, tax exemption status)
Review 1099 vendor information for year-end processing
Assist with vendor credit applications
Assist Accounting Manager and Director of Finance in any other projects as requested
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Strong proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office; familiarity with QuickBooks Desktop is a plus, though not required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and problem-solve to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to work independently on daily duties, with a capacity to work well in teams and collaborate across departments
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $17 - $20 Hourly
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please prepare a one-page Cover Letter and a Resume in a single PDF document. Submit and complete the application process by clicking HERE, or by going to our Glimmerglass Website Employment Page, and filling out the Employment Application Form.
The Glimmerglass Festival seeks to hire persons of all backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities. Developing and investing in our employees is our highest priority to achieve an environment that fosters company-wide success. The Festival aims to employ individuals at varying stages of their careers who have a desire to work for a leading arts organization that values professional and personal growth through collaboration and commitment to creating the highest quality product possible. To learn more about the initiatives and actions we are taking to make progress in these areas, please visit our website, HERE.
The Glimmerglass Festival is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.
The hiring process is highly competitive. All positions will be posted for two weeks before the start of the interview process and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This job was posted on October 15, 2025.
Application Email/Link: glimmerglass.org/employment/