Bookkeeper

Position Summary
We are seeking a full charge Bookkeeper with ideally entertainment/touring experience to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position can be based out of Manhattan (NY) on a hybrid basis. The Bookkeeper is responsible for computing, classifying, and recording financial transactions to ensure the financial records of assigned clients are accurate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Perform credit card and bank reconciliations
• Maintain electronic filing system
• General communication with vendors, clients, and client representatives via phone, email, and in-person
• Perform cash flow reports and cash balances as required
• Assist in assembling information for year-end tax packages for accountants
• Provide some assistance on insurance questions
• Identify, trace, and correct errors
• Prepare/review 1099 reports
• Prepare journal entries
• Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll, as well as applicable reporting
• Print reports (such as financial statements) for review
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of bookkeeping experience in an entertainment business management firm or 2+ years of general accounting experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required; Associate's degree is preferred
• Excellent communication skills (in person, on the phone, and via email)
• Sense of urgency
• Keen eye for details
• Ability to quickly shift gears without losing focus
• Solid interpersonal skills and other key soft skills (i.e., communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, critical-thinking, etc.)
• Experience with DataFaction and AgilLink software is highly preferred

About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman
Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts. Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.
About Focus Financial Partners
Focus is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. Focus provides access to best practices, greater resources, and continuity planning for its affiliated advisory firms, which serve individuals, families, employers, and institutions with comprehensive financial services. Focus firms and their clients benefit from the solutions, synergies, scale, economics, and best practices offered by Focus to achieve their business objectives. For more information about Focus, please visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com.
This is a non-exempt, overtime eligible position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $55,000 - $65,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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