Accounting Manager - The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
New York, NY
About the Job
We are Guggenheim, a global constellation of museums unlike any other in the world. Four museums on three continents, united by the power of groundbreaking art to connect us to ourselves and to each other. Since our founding in 1937, the Guggenheim has introduced, celebrated and brought to the public the newest voices and visions in modern and contemporary art. When Solomon R. Guggenheim and Hilla Rebay set out to share the joy they first experienced in discovering experimental art, they initiated the creative risk-taking that is today synonymous with “Guggenheim” throughout the world. Across the globe, each Guggenheim stands not just as a backdrop for visionary art but as masterpieces in and of themselves to experience.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is seeking an Accounting Manager who will be very involved in the monthly and annual close processes, preparation of reconciliations and analyses, and the management of a staff accountant. The Accounting Manager will have management responsibility for the staff accountant.
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
EDUCATION:
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: CPA strongly preferred
REPORTS TO: Controller
LOCATION: One Liberty Plaza, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10006
WORK SCHEDULE: Hybrid
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Exempt
SALARY RANGE: $100,000 Annually
The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is seeking an Accounting Manager who will be very involved in the monthly and annual close processes, preparation of reconciliations and analyses, and the management of a staff accountant. The Accounting Manager will have management responsibility for the staff accountant.
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or the equivalent
- CPA strongly preferred;
- Minimum 5 years experience public accounting and/or private
- Big Four experience a plus
- Not-For- Profit experience a plus
- Experience with financial systems accounting; Great Plains and FRX accounting software is preferable
- Strong analytical skills are a must.
- Advanced excel skills required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work with all levels of staff, other departments, and as a team player
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Coordinates the monthly/quarterly/annual close process including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts to include, but not limited to, accounts receivables, prepaids, fixed assets, right of use asset/liability, deferred revenue, accounts payable and accrued liabilities.
- Reviews and directs all work performed by staff accountant.
- Assists with the preparation of the of annual financial statements including coordination with auditors and preparation of account analyses, footnote information and requests in connection with annual audit.
- Prepares and accumulates information needed in the preparation of the annual Form 990.
- Key finance contact for coordination of financial information with the Peggy Guggenheim Collection accounting department in Venice, Italy. Reconciles all intercompany transactions on a quarterly basis.
- Assists with follow-up for tax, gifts/grants reporting or other information requested from internal or external sources.
- Collaborates with the financial planning and analysis team and other museum department teams to provide financial information, as requested.
- Establishes, updates, and/or applies policies and procedures to ensure that accounting transactions are in compliance with company policies and are recorded in the financial records in accordance with GAAP.
- Works closely with the Controller to ensure systems are designed for maximum operational and reporting efficiency.
- Conducts training for all accounting department staff to maximize use of all financial systems and prepares user documentation, as needed. Super-User for Financial Edge NXT.
- Documents processes and recommends improvements for all assigned duties.
- Ensures adherence to internal controls systems to prevent inaccuracies in financial statements and make and/or implement recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
- Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties at any of the Guggenheim’s owned or leased properties upon request.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays on occasion.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or the equivalent
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: CPA strongly preferred
REPORTS TO: Controller
LOCATION: One Liberty Plaza, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10006
WORK SCHEDULE: Hybrid
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Exempt
SALARY RANGE: $100,000 Annually
The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.
Source : The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum