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• Accounting Manager EXEMPT STATUS : Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Finance LOCATION: 212 West 83 rd Street, New York, NY 10024 WEBSITE: www.CMOM.org ABOUT THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is dedicated to inspiring children and families to learn about themselves and our culturally diverse world through a unique environment of interactive exhibitions and programs.
• These experiences include classes, workshops, performances, and festivals.
• Our programs support children as they grow and develop socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.
• We also strive to support caregivers in fostering growth and development at home and at school.
• The Museum’s special areas of focus include early childhood education, creativity, health, and world cultures.
• ABOUT THE POSITION The position reports to the Director of Finance.
• The Accounting Manager will be a highly motivated, detail oriented, and process driven accountant who is looking for a career enhancing opportunity with an organization that is growing. This individual will partner with the Director of Finance to maintain the integrity of data in the financial system for the organization. They will perform all aspects of day-to-day accounting, maintain oversight of the general ledger, which includes monthly journal entries, assist with monthly financial statements, reconcile accounts, and prepare budgets.
• RESPONSIBILITIES Day-to-day accounting activities including or ganizing and updating financial records Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to the Finance Associate Manage journal entries and reconcile accounts for the monthly and annual closing Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Assist with Accounts payable processing and recording Reconcile contributed revenue with development department Support monthly financial reporting, including variance analysis, on a timely basis Develop and maintain reporting from Financial Edge for department directors and other stakeholders Maintain fixed assets schedules, including depreciation/amortization Assist with preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts Yearly audit preparation support Special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed QUALIFICATIONS Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge required Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required Minimum of 4 years of Accounting or Finance related experience Experience providing guidance or supervision to junior finance staff Prior experience in non-profit accounting a plus Public funding requisition experience is preferred Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and supporting annual audits Very high attention to detail required Knowledge of GAAP principles required Knowledge of planning and its relevance to the reporting process is a plus Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Must be a team player and work well with all levels of staff and management Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills, with a high level of professionalism Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment and manage multiple deadlines using own initiative COMPENSATION Compensation range is $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience. BENEFITS Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package including vision and dental options and medical (free medical coverage for employees, with premium plans available for dependents), 403B, life insurance, EAP, Paid Holidays, Personal Time Off, Vacation leave and Sick leave.
• We also offer a range of voluntary benefits, such as, FSA, critical illness, accident insurance, legal services, and pet insurance.
• As a CMOM employee, you are eligible for free admission to other New York City cultural institutions.

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply.

• We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
• If, due to a disability, you need accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
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