ABOUT NEW 42:
THE ORGANIZATION
New 42 catalyzes the power of performing arts to spark new perspectives, incubate new works and create new opportunities for us all. Through the nonprofit’s signature projects — New Victory Theater (New York City’s premier theater for kids and families) and New 42 Studios (“Broadway’s secret laboratory”) — New 42 makes extraordinary performing arts a vital part of everyone’s life, from the earliest years onward.
We believe that representation matters both on the stage and behind the scenes and seek employees who feel the same. We also know that creative people often come with non-traditional resumes and experience; if you believe you’d be a great fit here, please don’t count yourself out—we want to hear from you! Read more below on how to apply.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant - AP processes payable transactions, reviews and analyzes accounts including expense, accounts payable, bank accounts, and corporate credit card accounts.
The Staff Accountant also maintains proper record retention, updates monthly audit schedules, and performs other duties as assigned by the Controller.
Primary Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Process invoices for payment each week
- Review invoices and purchase orders to ensure appropriate approvals and coding
- Enter invoices and payments into NetSuite software
- Review bank accounts daily and research bank debits
- Maintain vendor files and New 42 Contracts
- Manage Corporate American Express account - verify coding, receipts and approvals
- Respond to vendor inquiries
- Annual 1099 reporting
- Reconcile accounts payable, pre-paid expenses, petty cash and the corporate credit card account
- Assist Controller with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes
- Communicate with staff in all departments on a regular basis
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
- Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience
- Expertise in accounts payable/expense recognition principles
- Experience with journal entries and account analysis
- Nonprofit experience desired, preferably with an arts or cultural institution
- Experience with NetSuite a plus
- Good communication and collaboration skills with all levels of staff
We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic, dependable, organized and have excellent time management skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must. The Staff Accountant - AP is an integral part of the Finance Team and works closely with other departments.
Compensation and Benefits:
Be a part of this leading non-profit performing arts organization that is committed to empowering young people, artists and educators through the performing arts. In addition to a competitive salary, New 42 offers a strong employee benefit package which includes comprehensive Health Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, 403B Retirement Plan, Employee Pension, and Paid Time Off.
To Apply:
To be considered for this position, send the following:
- Cover letter expressing specific interest in and qualification for the position
- Resume
New 42 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: New 42 is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants and to administer all employment decisions regardless of race, color, creed, religion sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital and civil partnership/union status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, alienage or citizenship status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Accounting: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10036: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person