Join the Newark Symphony Hall Team

Current Open Positions

Development Coordinator

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Coordinator is responsible for Newark Symphony Hall’s donor engagement and fundraising programs, especially those geared toward the annual fund, special events, and donor data management. Annual salary range is $45,000 to $55,000.

Staff Accountant

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Staff Account Administrative Assistant is an organized and friendly team member, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The Administrative Assistant will manage the completion of multiple organizational projects while also providing general and administrative support to the team. The team member that will succeed in the role is an effective communicator to the public and the internal team. The Administrative Assistant will report directly to the Finance and Administration Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform various accounting functions, including but not limited to:
    • Reconciliation of various balance sheet accounts
    • Customer Invoicing
    • Accounts Receivable
    • Account Payable
    • General Ledger Journal Entry
    • Accrual Calculations
    • Financial Reporting
  • Participate in the preparation of the annual budgeting process and complete the quarterly budget to actual analysis
  • Assist with the preparation and procession of bi-weekly payroll
  • Assist with the onboarding of new employees into the payroll system.
  • Assist in document gathering and presentation for various audits including Financial Statement, Union, and Workers Compensation
  • Assist the Finance & Administration Manager with ad hoc projects as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or commensurate career experience
  • Extensive knowledge or QuickBooks Online Platform
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and Google Suite
  • Experience with HR/Payroll functions is a strong plus
  • Minimum 2 years reconciling bank accounts and sub ledger accounts
  • Proficient in executing accounts payable and receivable functions

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, consistent, dependable, and honest in the day-to-day business dealings
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Goal and objective driven with strong self-management capabilities

 

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