Staff Accountant

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Staff Accountant plays an integral role in the success of the Freight & Salvage by providing financial and administrative support to key organizational functions. This position will be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records that meet GAAP standards and internal control procedures.  The position requires someone who has solid experience with high volume accounting in a fast-paced setting, is comfortable with accounting software and is excited about the opportunity to contribute to and grow within a dynamic mission-driven organization. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Post daily CRM batches in accounting system
• Post daily POS cash receipts in accounting system
• Record daily EDD compliance forms as well as form 592 entries as needed.
• Record updates to internal records tracking daily cash transactions and show revenue
• Process accounts payables including artist advances, vendor payments and payouts for shows.
• Maintain vendor and payee files with required documentation
• Process bi-monthly payroll
• Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash funds.
• Reconcile donations in CRM with accounting system
• Reconcile credit card accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Assist with annual audit
• Other duties and special projects as assigned by Director of Finance & Administration

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and commitment to maintaining internal controls.
• Proficiency with Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel required
• Understanding of basic GAAP principles required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, adjusting workload to meet changing circumstances
• Nonprofit experience and knowledge of Tessitura, ADP payroll & Square POS systems a plus
• Enthusiasm for and understanding of roots and traditional music a plus
• Desire to help the Freight create a welcoming, anti-racist environment that values equity and inclusion.
• COVID-19 vaccination required