What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Hollywood Theatre?
TITLE: Staff Accountant
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time; Eligible for Overtime
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager
COMPENSATION: $28-$32/hour, based on experience
Benefits Include: IRA Retirement Plan with 3% employer match; annual paid time-off, 5 sick days, jury duty paid time off.
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ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Film Forever Northwest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that owns and operates two of Portland’s most renowned landmarks for film arts: the historic Hollywood Theatre, a movie palace in continuous operation since 1926 and the cultural heart of the Hollywood district; and Movie Madness, an iconic independent video store with one of the largest collections of physical media in the United States.
Our mission is to entertain, inspire, educate, and connect our community through the art of film, while preserving the historic Hollywood Theatre and the world-class Movie Madness video collection. We offer a diverse array of film programming and initiatives that empower audiences to fully explore and participate in cinema's rich cultural heritage.
JOB Summary:
The Staff Accountant works directly with the Finance Manager to assist with the preparation and analysis of the financial activity of the organization
RESPONSIBILITIES including but not limited to:
- Daily QuickBooks data entry, A/P assistance, cash counting and processing, month-end assistance, bank deposits
- A/P – bill creation, coding and entry, check prep, issue resolution, new credit applications
- A/R – Invoice creation, A/R aging, payment processing, merchandise sales and pledge receivable reconciliation
- Daily cash reconciliations with entry into accounting system
- Monthly Bank reconciliations
- Month End balance sheet reconciliations and review
- Month End journal entries, including accruals, and shared expense allocations
- Maintain appropriate supporting schedules for financial review (balance sheet accounts)
- Research and resolve accounting and bookkeeping issues
- Review financial procedures periodically to make sure that they are performing as planned and to update as necessary
- Monthly credit card reconciliation
- Assist with annual budget creation and management
- Payroll – bi-monthly processing
- Provide financial reporting as needed to Development & Engagement and Finance Manager
- Assist in annual audit prep
- Maintenance of all financial record keeping including archives
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- 3 continuous years bookkeeping experience
- Business or Accounting Associates Degree (or higher) preferred
- Knowledge of non-profit business procedures and accounting
- Budget creation and management experience
- Function with a high-degree of autonomy
- Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of QuickBooks, Excel, Donor Perfect, and Google suite software
The work is primarily performed in an office setting and/or remotely, with off-site meetings and events. Occasional travel may be required. This is mainly a sedentary position that requires the employee to sit, stand, walk, and bend, and may occasionally require moving files and other equipment.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for pregnant people and individuals with disabilities, including in the application process. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please send an email with the subject line “Reasonable Accommodation Request” to bryan@sasquatchhr.org.
Commitment to Inclusive Hiring Practices
Research indicates that members of marginalized communities tend to underestimate their qualifications and apply only when they meet all the criteria in a job posting. If you are excited about this opportunity but are unsure if your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application and how your talents and experience can bring value to this role.
Film Forever Northwest is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion or belief, gender, pregnancy, national origin, height and weight, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, physical characteristics such as height and weight, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Film Forever Northwest recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
Salary : $28 - $32