Accounting Associate

The Gotham Film and Media Institute celebrates and nurtures independent film and media creators, providing career-building resources, access to industry influencers, and pathways to wider recognition. They foster a community of creators, producers and distributors working across film, TV, audio and beyond to advance the future of story through year‑round programs, which include Gotham Week, Filmmaker Magazine, The Gotham Awards.

You will be joining a team of roughly one dozen full‑time employees that operates more like a startup than a traditional non‑profit. They take big swings, move quickly, and are very bullish about the opportunities that lay ahead for their place in independent filmmaking.

The Accounting Associate will have a wide range of responsibilities related to core accounting functions and general business operations. The ideal candidate is a mission driven professional who will treat this role as an opportunity to invest in their growth and has an interest in non‑profit accounting and operations.

Hire Date:
As soon as possible.

Location:

Their office is based in the heart of Dumbo in Brooklyn, NY. The Accounting Associate must be able to commute to The Gotham’s Brooklyn office. Our organization operates on a hybrid schedule (Tuesdays and Thursdays in the office; 1‑2 floating days for the remainder of the week).

Compensation:
This is a full‑time role with a salary range of $72,000 – $79,000, depending on experience. In addition they offer a competitive benefit selection, PTO, sick and holiday time.

• Process weekly payroll run and maintain required payroll records
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable including new vendor/customer setup, entering bills and coding invoices
• Review and process employee expense reports
• Assist with management of Fiscal Sponsorship donations, fund disbursements and communication with donors and filmmakers
• Serve as a point of contact for internal accounting inquiries from departments across the organization
• Play an integral role in accounting policy and procedure creation
• Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual close procedures including monthly bank reconciliations
• Process all payment inquiries and refunds
• Assist in annual finance audit preparation and schedule creation
• Assist with the compilation and distribution of yearly 1099s to all independent contractors
• Assist the Controller with other operations and general office tasks on an as needed basis
• Serve as a liaison to outside accounting services to facilitate month end close and other items as assigned

• You’ll be a part of a small, ambitious team that’s invested in your development—not just your output.
• You’ll gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of accounting and operations functions.
• You’ll get to work on programs that matter including The Gotham Film & TV Award shows, Filmmaker Magazine, and the program that started it all, Gotham Week

• 2+ years of experience in accounting roles such as Accounting Assistant, Accounting Coordinator or equivalent foundational experience (e.g., rotational programs, internships at public accounting firms)
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to work independently, manage own work and time, and take responsibility for performance
• Undergraduate degree in a business‑related field such as, accounting, business management, or administration desired but not required
• Proficiency with Quickbook Online, , Excel and similar software
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP or US GAAP) and an understanding of nonprofit accounting rules & regulations