
Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper is responsible for providing administrative support to the accounting function of Stages Theatre Company. This is a key role in the day-to-day operations of the organization and is an in-office position. Duties include managing accounts payable and receivable, and processing payroll. Additional responsibilities include management of the facilities and office equipment. The Accounting Clerk possesses a broad array of skills and abilities including familiarity with accounting methodology and software, strong organization skills, a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
Key areas of responsibility
- Manage accounts payable; ensure timely payment of all invoices.
- Manage accounts receivable; prepare invoices and follow up on past due accounts.
- Prepare daily bank deposits.
- Prepare and process employment contracts for employees and independent contractors.
- Prepare and process payroll for wage and contract employees.
- Complete month-end reporting tasks, including account reconciliations.
- Provide support for the annual financial audit.
- Maintain STC’s Chart of Accounts.
- Manage STC’s state and federal tax responsibilities.
- Supervise the maintenance of office equipment.
- Manage records retention for the organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Passionate about STC’s mission, vision, and values.
- Accounting degree or equivalent experience, with solid knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.
- Proficiency with systems, including QuickBooks and Microsoft Office applications. A high level of skill in Excel, including proficiency in advanced features, functions, and techniques beyond basic data entry and manipulation, is a plus.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
- Ability to engage respectfully and professionally with people of different values and styles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Continuous improvement mindset: values new ideas and opportunities to improve accounting processes.
- Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
A successful Accounting Clerk will ensure that STC’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively while supporting all functions in a small office environment.