Associate Accountant

Job Title: Associate Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: UK Head of Sales Invoicing/Director of Finance US

Location: New York (Hybrid/On‑site 3 days minimum & as applicable)

This role is solely based in New York and we will only be accepting applications from candidates who have the right to work in the United States.

About White Cube

White Cube is a leading contemporary commercial gallery which represents over more than 60 international artists and artist estates and has locations across three continents. With established galleries in London, Paris, New York, Hong Kong and Seoul. Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Associate Accountant to join our US Finance team in New York. This is a newly created role supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of our US gallery, ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of transactions, and strong compliance with internal controls.

You’ll work closely with both the UK and US finance teams, delivering sales invoices to customers and support the month-end close, reporting, and audit processes.

Key Responsibilities

Treasury Management

• Monitor and reconcile daily activity across GBP, USD, EUR bank accounts
• Match incoming funds to sales and raise deposit invoices where required

Invoice Management

• Prepare on a timely basis accurate sales invoices for the US market, supporting other markets when required

General Accounting

• Support with month‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process vendor invoices, employee expenses, and payments in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer records

Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and schedules
• Support variance analysis and provide explanations as required
• Compile documentation for internal and external audits

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure transactions comply with company policies and accounting standards
• Support tax‑related filings and information requests (sales tax, VAT, etc., as applicable)

Systems & Process Support

• Work with the implementation of our new financial software – Sage Intaact
• Assist with process improvements and documentation of procedures

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships included)
• Good understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage preferred)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Team‑oriented, proactive, and eager to learn
• Background in or strong interest in art is desirable

Salary

$80,000 – 90,000 per annum depending on experience plus bonus and excellent benefits

This application will close on Tuesday 28th April at 5:30pm and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

(Please note we are currently unable to offer sponsorship, nor guarantee future sponsorship opportunities, for this role).