Associate Accountant

White Cube•New York, NY

17h•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Associate Accountant to join our US Finance team in New York. This is a newly created role supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of our US gallery, ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of transactions, and strong compliance with internal controls. You’ll work closely with both the UK and US finance teams, delivering sales invoices to customers and support the month-end close, reporting, and audit processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
1–3 years of accounting or finance experience (internships included)
Good understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage preferred)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and time‑management skills
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Team‑oriented, proactive, and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

Background in or strong interest in art is desirable

Responsibilities

Monitor and reconcile daily activity across GBP, USD, EUR bank accounts
Match incoming funds to sales and raise deposit invoices where required
Prepare on a timely basis accurate sales invoices for the US market, supporting other markets when required
Support with month‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation
Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis
Process vendor invoices, employee expenses, and payments in a timely manner
Maintain accurate vendor and customer records
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and schedules
Support variance analysis and provide explanations as required
Compile documentation for internal and external audits
Ensure transactions comply with company policies and accounting standards
Support tax‑related filings and information requests (sales tax, VAT, etc., as applicable)
Work with the implementation of our new financial software – Sage Intaact
Assist with process improvements and documentation of procedures