Client Accounting, Account Manager

Christie's•New York, NY

9d•$63,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Account Manager, Client Accounting The Company Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. . Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business. Why This Role Matters You will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of the client transaction when buying and selling at auction. The role will effectively perform an account management function which focuses on the transaction journey initially from a consignment/selling perspective through the journey to when the lot is sold and ultimately settled to the Seller. The responsibility of the role is to manage the accounting journey to make the client transaction run seamlessly and as effectively as possible ensuring that at all times, legal, company and statutory requirements are met. How You'll Make an Impact Ledger Management Provide support to the CAF Loan Account Manager, providing cover in their absence. Assist with all ledger entries for interest and cost recovery for CAF. Maintain an Advance/Loan Schedule along with assisting in the calculation of all applicable interest to such. Manage receipting and reconciliation of daily bank transfers received, resolving any issues such as third party payments, unidentified wires and duplicate payments. Liaising with Finance regarding bank reconciliation discrepancies. Coordinating with CSC and Post Sale to ensure accuracy of ledger postings and timely issue resolution, ensuring any unresolvable issues are escalated to management. Responsible for all elements of the client transaction experience. Sale Management Manage all client account transactions for a quota of sales assuming responsibility and ensuring the below tasks are carried out adhering to set deadlines. Conduct all credit and pre-sales checks, in accordance with policies as revised and defined. Extended payment term requests, agree and produce required paperwork (in conjunction with Commercial Finance). Ensuring all Payment Instructions are received and entered into JDE (per process definition). Chasing buyer debts over a certain day (to be defined). Processing adjustments to seller transactions. Processing entries on to the AR & AP ledgers, including Sundry Invoicing, Intercompany Receipts, Contras, Post-Sale adjustments and refunds. Debt chasing of all seller debts (to be defined). Manage the proactive communication of the position of a sale and other appropriate information with regards to the buyers and sellers to the Specialist departments and other appropriate stakeholders. Field, resolve or escalate where appropriate both internal and external inquiries regarding client transactions. Ensure legal and statutory requirements are met for all transactions. Manage re-invoicing for approved requests. Resolving Sales Tax adjustments and refunds as appropriate. Sundry credits and invoices to be raised or paid out as requested. Make stock requests, process cancelled sales, and handle after sale requests. Managing stakeholder relationships Develop and maintain strong links with key stakeholders. Timely escalation of issues as appropriate. Process improvement champion. Identify inefficiencies/bottlenecks in end-to-end processes within the team and actively ‘challenge the status-quo’. Champion the changes required to drive the success of the new Finance structure. What you’ll bring to the team Knowledge of basic accounting required. Customer service experience to an expert level. Language skills preferred. Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative in a responsible and professional manner. Exceptional client service skills including strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated with superiors, clients and peers. Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple groups and sites. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Ability to creatively solve problems. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong knowledge of Excel, Outlook and COS and some knowledge of JDE. What’s great about working for us Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums) 401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits) Life Insurance - 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s) Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s) Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks. Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice. Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces. Closing Date: February 5th, 2026 Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay. Compensation Range Salary: $63,000.00 - $75,000.00 Christie’s is the world’s leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories – including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables – as well as a long and successful history of private sales. Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic accounting required.
Customer service experience to an expert level.
Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative in a responsible and professional manner.
Exceptional client service skills including strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated with superiors, clients and peers.
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple groups and sites.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Ability to creatively solve problems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong knowledge of Excel, Outlook and COS and some knowledge of JDE.

Nice To Haves

Language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide support to the CAF Loan Account Manager, providing cover in their absence.
Assist with all ledger entries for interest and cost recovery for CAF.
Maintain an Advance/Loan Schedule along with assisting in the calculation of all applicable interest to such.
Manage receipting and reconciliation of daily bank transfers received, resolving any issues such as third party payments, unidentified wires and duplicate payments.
Liaising with Finance regarding bank reconciliation discrepancies.
Coordinating with CSC and Post Sale to ensure accuracy of ledger postings and timely issue resolution, ensuring any unresolvable issues are escalated to management.
Responsible for all elements of the client transaction experience.
Manage all client account transactions for a quota of sales assuming responsibility and ensuring the below tasks are carried out adhering to set deadlines.
Conduct all credit and pre-sales checks, in accordance with policies as revised and defined.
Extended payment term requests, agree and produce required paperwork (in conjunction with Commercial Finance).
Ensuring all Payment Instructions are received and entered into JDE (per process definition).
Chasing buyer debts over a certain day (to be defined).
Processing adjustments to seller transactions.
Processing entries on to the AR & AP ledgers, including Sundry Invoicing, Intercompany Receipts, Contras, Post-Sale adjustments and refunds.
Debt chasing of all seller debts (to be defined).
Manage the proactive communication of the position of a sale and other appropriate information with regards to the buyers and sellers to the Specialist departments and other appropriate stakeholders.
Field, resolve or escalate where appropriate both internal and external inquiries regarding client transactions.
Ensure legal and statutory requirements are met for all transactions.
Manage re-invoicing for approved requests.
Resolving Sales Tax adjustments and refunds as appropriate.
Sundry credits and invoices to be raised or paid out as requested.
Make stock requests, process cancelled sales, and handle after sale requests.
Develop and maintain strong links with key stakeholders.
Timely escalation of issues as appropriate.
Process improvement champion.
Identify inefficiencies/bottlenecks in end-to-end processes within the team and actively ‘challenge the status-quo’.
Champion the changes required to drive the success of the new Finance structure.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance - 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s)
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits