Accounting Clerk
DESCRIPTION
The Accounting Clerk is an integral member of the organization’s Administration & Finance team, responsible for recording accounts payable, issuing checks, and other accounting duties to support the work of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable
Process invoices and prepare checks for signature weekly. Verify that all
appropriate approvals are present.
Coordinate and obtain second signature for appropriate checks.
Maintain current filing of paid accounts payable invoices.
Assist staff with researching questions related to accounts payable.
Maintain accurate vendor records – EFT information, state tax exemptions, W9 forms, and addresses as required.
Prepare signed checks for mailing/distribution.
Resolve discrepancies between vendors, employees, and third parties.
Cash Management
Report on cash balances and ACH transactions
Verify transactions in development software
Cross-train and serve as backup for bank deposits
Revenue / Accounts Receivable
Confirm accuracy of revenue transactions across subsidiary systems
Entry of miscellaneous revenue and cash disbursements
Creating monthly revenue entries, supported by documentation from subsidiary revenue system (Tessitura)
General Accounting Duties
Accurately enter transactions into accounting software that have been
created by members of the Finance Team.
Reconcile monthly credit card/PEX expenses.
Assist with audit schedule preparation as requested.
Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger and review of data entry.
Promptly box and file previous year’s documents per the document retention policy.
Assist with additional accounting and finance processes and projects as needed.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Attend organizational events as requested;
Attend staff meetings and finance department meetings as available;
Participate in special seasonal projects and other duties as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Associate degree in accounting; or a satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform duties.
Two or more years of strong accounts payable experience.
Experience with an accounting package.
Extraordinary attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, word processing, and spreadsheets.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
Strong verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates a team-oriented approach, while also able to be self-directed
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $42,000 - $45,000 Annual
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
Compensation: $42,000-$45,000 annual salary.
Robust benefits package including health insurance, open PTO policy, 401k match, and more.
Opera Theatre has a flexible work policy which allows for some hybrid remote work and asynchronous schedule arrangements, depending on position and other factors.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants for the position are asked to submit a resume along with a cover letter that describes their interest in the position and outlines their relevant experience and qualifications.
Application Email/Link: recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=7054561