About the Role
Studio in a School (Studio) is seeking a detail-oriented, dedicated, and collaborative accounting professional to join our team as the Accounts Payable Clerk (Part-time). This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of accounting operations while contributing to the growth and success of New York City’s premier visual arts education organization. The Accounts Payable Clerk is a part-time, non-exempt, non-union position, expected to work approximately 14 hours per week and will report to the Controller.
Responsibilities
- Review, enter and process all check requests and invoices, assuring appropriate approvals and uploads of invoices, receipts, and other backup to Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT. Communicate with vendors as needed.
- Scan and upload AP back-up as needed.
- Print and prepare all vendor checks for review and signatures.
- Coordinate ACH payments with the Controller.
- Enter ACH payment dates into Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT.
- Complete monthly credit card reconciliations including collection of receipts, GL coding, and descriptions.
- Support the annual preparation of audited financial statements.
- Perform other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in accounting or a related finance field.
- Two to three years of experience.
- Two years of experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT or similar accounting software.
- Experience in the nonprofit sector or related role is preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Suite including Excel.
- Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Values accuracy.
- Strong work ethic with an appreciation for deadlines.
- Adherence to project plans and following through.
- Willingness to take the initiative and prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivation, assertiveness, positive demeanor, and willingness to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Practiced in handling confidential information and appropriate use of discretion.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to the mission of Studio in a School.
Skills
- Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
- Microsoft Suite
- Excel
- Accounting software
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Work ethic
- Time management
- Initiative
- Prioritization
- Collaboration
- Discretion
- Independent work
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Part-time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Two to three years of experience
Education Level
- Associate's degree in accounting or a related finance field
Salary/Compensations
- $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits
- Paid Sick Time
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Aflac Supplemental Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About the Company
- Studio in a School is New York City’s premier visual arts education organization.
Equal Opportunity
- Studio in a School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to hire staff members who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All positions at Studio in a School are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, employment status, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
