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Andrew Jackson Foundation

Accounting Specialist

Andrew Jackson Foundation

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Job Summary

Performs a range of accounting and bookkeeping support functions, General Ledger accounting, daily cash accounting and accounts receivable functions, departmental and company reporting consistent with AJF policies and procedures. 

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Verifies cash and checks processed through ticket office, museum store and donations.  Prepares bank deposits, reconciles petty cash.
  • Data entry into the accounting system for all receipt transactions.
  • Reconcile donations between the accounting system and the donor database
  • Reconcile pledges outstanding
  • Reconciles daily ticket office transactions
  • Performs General Ledger research and reconciliation.
  • Records and reconciles fixed assets and depreciation
  • Balances and submits sales and alcohol taxes and ensures that all taxes are accurate and filings done timely
  • Assist in preparation of the month end reconciliations of cash and accounts receivable general ledger accounts
  • Support to CFO for month end financial statement preparation
  • Support and preparation of standard and ad hoc management and departmental reports through information verification, proofreading, assembly of documents and other related activities.

Qualifications

  • At least three years proven accounting experience
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent years of applicable experience)
  • Ability to communicate effectively and provide feedback with strong verbal and written communication skills, encouraging excellent performance.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize independently and make informed decisions with minimal supervision
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications and other financial software programs. Knowledge of e-mail/scheduling software applications.  General office equipment knowledge.
  • Must possess good interpersonal skills and attention to detail; present a professional demeanor and maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
  • Healthcare Savings Account
  • Employer Paid Live Insurance
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K Plan
  • Museum Store Discount
  • Free or Discounted Entry to Local Venues including the Frist Art Museum, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Dollywood and more!

How to Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@thehermitage.com.

Please put the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Details

  • Date Posted: September 15, 2022
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Accounting / Financial Management
  • Service Area: Arts / Culture
  • Start Date: 09/01/2022
  • Working Hours: 40 hours/week; M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm