The Gallery’s consistent growth, developed in tandem with its artists’ ambitions, occurs through the unique participation and contribution of each employee. We look for colleagues who are the most driven, the most talented, and the most creative. Every member of the Gallery’s team should aim for excellence and ingenuity, surpassing challenges and discovering new possibilities together. We value long-term commitment and loyalty, and in turn provide avenues for career advancement across all departments.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SALES & INVOICES:

• Internally manage and monitor invoice requests from the Sales team, following standard protocols closely and with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Track and ask clarifying questions of Sales team regarding invoice requests in order to generate prompt and accurate invoices in the database

• Maintain an understanding of when sales tax applies to a sale and/or invoice; assist with monitoring changes to client shipping destinations and resulting sales tax implications

• Upon approval, email invoices to clients, maintaining a high level of customer service and confidentiality at all times

• Communicate details regarding the sale and invoice to the wider team

• Once payment has been received, notify relevant departments to ensure subsequent post-sale processes take place seamlessly

• Generate non-art invoices, as requested

• Review current systems and protocols and propose adjustments and improvements for more efficient and organized workflow

ACCOUNTING:

• Upon receipt of client payments, queue artist payments and prepare Artist Statements

• Work with Bookkeeper to ensure production is properly tracked, allocated, and reimbursed

• Assist Bookkeeper with updating artist accounting statements

• Assist the Finance team with tracking credit card transactions for select Sales team users

• Investigate missing, open, and/or unaccounted transactions and/or receipts

• Scan and digitally file credit card receipts

• Process and collect credit card payments, as directed

• Reconcile Sales team employee expense reports and verify charges

QUALIFICATIONS:

Our ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented (with the ability to spot numerical errors) with exceptional organizational skills; an excellent verbal and written communicator; and possesses the ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. We seek candidates who are extremely self-motivated, responsible, and efficient, and who hold a sincere appreciation for and experience with navigating diverse cultural spaces. In addition:

• Knowledge of contemporary art and an interest in sales encouraged

• At least three 2-3 years of work experience, gallery experience strongly preferred

• BA in Art History, Business, or Economics preferred, but consideration will be given to candidates with related experience

• Academic coursework or work experience in business, accounting, economics, or finance welcomed; customer service experience strongly preferred

• Intermediate skills in a Mac-based environment required, including: Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, including creating spreadsheets and basic financial functions)

• Basic knowledge of ArtLogic and QuickBooks welcomed

• Fluency in multiple languages welcomed

BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• This is a full-time hourly position (overtime eligible) at 40 hours per week.

• The pay scale for this position is $25 – $32 per hour.

Benefits for full-time employees, following a waiting period, include:

• Premium PPO or HMO medical insurance (fully subsidized, at no cost to employee)

• Vision insurance (fully subsidized, at no cost to employee)

• Dental and long-term disability insurance

• Paid personal and vacation days (starting at 13 days annually)

• Paid sick time (6 days annually)

• Paid holidays and floating holidays (10 days annually)

• Paid gallery closures (typically 8-10 days annually)

• Paid family leave

• Participation in a 401k retirement plan (with employer contribution)

• Staff discounts on gallery publications and merchandise

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• This position is based in Los Angeles, CA.

• The gallery greatly values the health & safety of its employees, and is following all COVID-19 city, county, and state business guidelines for the pandemic.