Basic Function
The Revenue Staff Accountant is responsible for revenue accounting which includes processing billing, cash receipts and accounts receivable transactions; show/event accounting; sales tax compliance; maintenance and custody of accounting records and the performance other general accounting duties. The ideal individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality; identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; responds promptly to requests for service and assistance and meets commitments.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are examples of the various functions required. The job requirements are not limited to items on this list.
- Create new account numbers in the financial system as needed.
- Enter cash receipts activity.
- Back-up for staff accountant.
- Maintain accounts receivable system records.
- Monitor and maintain show revenue and expense information.
- Work closely with other departments assisting them with reports and other requests.
- Ensure compliance with sales tax rules and regulations.
- Assist senior Finance staff in all budget preparation, input and balancing.
- Coordinate and prepare pertinent information for external auditors.
- Apply customer payments; research and resolve payment discrepancies.
- Perform monthly reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Prepare and enter various journal entries.
- Prepare reports, write business correspondence and assist in the development and update of procedural manuals.
- Recommend resolution for discrepancies and problems.
- Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Ideal Experience
- Four-year Accounting degree
- Minimum three years of related accounting experience using an automated system, preferably Microsoft Great Plains.
- Proficiency in MS Office software.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation.
- Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.
- Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Experience in not-for-profit entities.
- Multi-lingual preferred
- Preference for a multi-ethnic and multi-lifestyle workplace
Personal Characteristics
The Revenue Staff Accountant should be:
- Action-oriented; a doer
- Affable, easy to get to know
- Determined and persistent
- Highly energetic
- Dedicated to accomplishing the organization’s goals
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, communicate, and use repetitive motions.
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee may frequently lift and or move 20 pounds of materials.
- The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from multiple people and interact with the public and other staff.
Suggestions for candidates and expressions of interest should be addressed to:
Email: resumes@arshtcenter.org, with Revenue Staff Accountant search in the title line.
Note: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Adrienne Arsht Center as the requirements of the job change.
The Adrienne Arsht Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented both onstage and off.
