Senior Accountant, Operations

New World Symphony•Miami Beach, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant, Operations supports the New World Symphony (NWS) financial functions with revenue and expense analysis, reconciliation processes, and investigation of variances. This role is also responsible for preparation of financial reports, coordination and monitoring of accounting functions, and support of all operational accounting activities including banking, credit cards, rentals, and endowment-related transactions. As a key member of the Finance team, this role requires regular on-site collaboration with colleagues across the organization to support accurate financial operations, timely reporting, strong internal controls, and the effective execution of day-to-day accounting activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
minimum of five years of accounting experience required
Experience with accounting systems and financial reporting software required
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
Ability to analyze financial data, reconcile complex accounts, and maintain detailed financial records
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal stakeholders across multiple departments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
nonprofit accounting experience preferred
Familiarity with Financial Edge NXT preferred
Passion for the mission of New World Symphony and commitment to its values of community, respect, excellence, accountability and trust

Responsibilities

Ensure the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions within the general ledger, including the preparation and posting of journal entries
Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial analyses
Maintain accurate supporting documentation for all accounting transactions
Support the annual audit by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
Assist in the preparation of schedules supporting the organization's annual tax filings
Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
Generate internal financial reports for organizational departments
Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide monthly financial reporting to department representatives
Ensure the accuracy of financial statement reconciliations and supporting documentation
Monitor daily banking activity, including wires and ACH transactions
Partner with departments to obtain supporting documentation for cash transactions
Prepare and reconcile merchant services and credit card processing activity
Record and reconcile daily cash activity for all bank accounts
Prepare bank and other account reconciliations
Prepare weekly cash flow reports and reconcile bank account balances to the general ledger
Assist in the preparation and administration of the organization's annual operating budget
Coordinate budget development by distributing templates, collecting and consolidating departmental submissions, and preparing budget drafts and final reports
Monitor budget-to-actual performance, analyze variances, and prepare forecasts and reports based on organizational activity and departmental input
Track capital expenditures
Maintain the organization's fixed asset records and related system updates
Record asset additions, disposals, and monthly depreciation
Reconcile the fixed asset subledger to the general ledger
Prepare fixed asset reconciliation reports
Review taxable transactions and calculate applicable sales tax
Validate tax exemption certificates and monitor expiration dates
Reconcile sales tax collected to general ledger postings
Prepare monthly tax reports and file returns with the Florida Department of Revenue
Prepare fixed asset schedules supporting tangible personal property tax filings, including depreciation and fair market value calculations
Complete Florida Form DR-405 for tangible property tax filings
Serve as backup for Accounts Payable processing during staff absences
Support continuous improvement of internal controls and processes
Assist with special projects and other ad hoc assignments as needed to support departmental and organizational goals
Perform other job-related duties as assigned