What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeping Assistant position at Mark Seliger Studio?
Company Description
Seliger Studio, founded by Photographer and Director Mark Seliger, is a renowned creative studio based in New York City's West Village. Specializing in advertising campaigns, editorial shoots, and private portraiture, the studio offers a wide range of services including creative ideation, brand storytelling, talent partnership advisory, photography, directing, and full-service production and post-production. The studio collaborates with partners across industries such as luxury lifestyle, fashion, music, entertainment, and technology, with a focus on crafting culture-driven and timeless storytelling. Known for its inspiring space and impactful work, Seliger Studio consistently delivers high-quality photography and video projects in collaboration with its clients.
Role Description
This is an on-site part time role for a Bookkeeping Assistant, located in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Possibility of role turning into full time based on performance. The Bookkeeping Assistant will be responsible for supporting financial and accounting functions, including managing and organizing financial records, assisting with the preparation of financial statements, handling bookkeeping tasks, and utilizing accounting software. The position will require collaboration with various team members to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. You will work closely with our Finance Director and collaborate with the production team on major campaigns for fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment clients such as Netflix, Hulu, Apple, Disney, HBO, and more.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable.
- Contribute to the receivable process by tracking receivables and handling basic collections.
- Work closely with production to wrap jobs within 5 business days from our shoot dates.
- Assist with preparation and processing of invoices.
- Data entry in accounting software (QuickBooks experience is a plus)
- Support month-end and quarterly closing procedures.
- Assist in preparation of P&L reports, and summaries for management.
- Work with internal staff to resolve billing or payment inquiries.
- Enter Amex transactions daily & reconcile all corporate credit cards monthly.
- Perform general office administrative and clerical duties as needed.
- Manage petty cash transactions & check deposits
- Assist with releasing payroll for some of our freelancers.
- Assist with the gathering of insurance certificates from subcontractors and vendors.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
- 2 to 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (entry-level experience acceptable).
- Proficiency in accounting software (Quickbooks or similar) and Microsoft Excel/Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Creative problem solving abilities
- Integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of confidentiality.
- Production & photo/creative studio experience preferred.
Compensation And Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and life insurance (after vesting period).
- Closed on major holidays in addition to being closed the last week of the year
- Commuter benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Email your resume & cover letter to Danilo@seligerstudio.com for considerations.