Bookkeeper

Artist Studio

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A fast paced studio for an established artist seeks an individual to take on the role of Bookkeeper. They must be able to prioritize and complete work efficiently and with great attention to detail within established studio systems. As Bookkeeper, this position will oversee and direct all financials of the studio operations, while keeping the Director of Operations, Manager of Operations, and Artist updated through regular reporting.

Responsibilities

Annually

  • Maintain annual calendar of important financial dates

  • File annual sales and use tax returns

  • Maintain and pay all local taxes including the property taxes, city business license

Monthly

  • Reconcile bank and credit card accounts in QuickBooks

  • Update and maintain studio budgets

  • Oversee business bank accounts and cash flow

Weekly

  • Process employee reimbursements, bills

  • Code all expenses and payroll in Quickbooks

Biweekly

  • Run payroll and associated taxes

Quarterly

  • Generate P&L, Balance, Account Receivable reports and budget forecasts

  • Pay taxes to IRS and CA FTB for both personal and business as advised by CPA

Ongoing

  • Work with galleries regarding accounts receivable - sales, payments, projections

  • Work with the Principal regarding operation expense budgets, investment and savings goals as they pertain to the principal’s various business and personal endeavors

  • Generate artwork production cost reports

  • Maintain complete and accurate digital / paper filing of financial data

  • Work with CPA to provide accurate and timely financial information for annual taxes including processing W2s and 1099s

Requirements

Desired Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of bookkeeping experience in an art studio, art gallery, or related industry

  • Familiarity with the art world and sensitivities required to work around artworks

  • Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality

  • Financial acumen, ability to synthesize financial data accurately

  • Proven proficiency in technology including Microsoft Office and Google Drive, Quickbooks and additional Intuit products, Bill.com

  • Current Driver’s License and reliable transportation

  • Ability to legally work in the US

  • BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation

  • Compensation is commensurate with experience

  • 30 hours a week is full-time

  • Reports directly to Director of Operations

  • Schedule is typically 4 days a week, studio hours are 8am - 7pm

  • Due to the nature of this role, all work required of this position is in-person

  • Benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, and health insurance

  • The studio also includes parking, a full kitchen, snacks, and beverages

How to Apply

Please submit the following as a single PDF to huntingtonparkstudio@gmail.com with the subject line “Bookkeeper”:

  • a cover letter detailing your previous experience and a brief explanation of how you would approach the position

  • a complete CV

  • two professional references

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Posted on August 18