Assistant, Accounting

Independent Artist Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Artist Group (IAG) seeks an Accounting Administrative professional to support the Accounting Director with clerical duties, record-keeping, and basic bookkeeping tasks. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will handle deposits, reconciliations, and document preparation while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Strong communication skills and independent work ethic are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook and 10-key required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical/problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting and clerical support
• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
• Prepare bank deposits and daily reconciliation
• Mail checks, file, make copies and scan as needed
• Assist with various projects
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

10-key

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Discretion with confidential info

Education

General understanding of Quickbooks/Bookkeeping

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

About Us

Independent Artist Group (IAG) was launched upon the merger of Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) and Artist Group International (AGI) in the summer of 2023. IAG combines the breadth of APA’s renowned full-service representation capabilities as a legacy Talent and Literary agency in the entertainment industry, with AGI’s reputation as the premiere independent Music Touring agency with a roster of superstar stadium and arena acts, as well as cutting-edged emerging music and comedy artists.

Description

Independent Artist Group (IAG) was launched upon the merger of Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) and Artist Group International (AGI) in the summer of 2023. IAG combines the breadth of APA’s renowned full-service representation capabilities as a legacy Talent and Literary agency in the entertainment industry, with AGI’s reputation as the premiere independent Music Touring agency with a roster of superstar stadium and arena acts, as well as cutting-edged emerging music and comedy artists.

What We Are Looking For

This position will assist our Accounting Director providing administrative and general accounting support to our growing accounting team.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide accounting and clerical support
• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
• Prepare bank deposits and daily reconciliation
• Mail checks, file, make copies and scan as needed
• Assist with various projects
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook at 10-key
• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy
• Self-starter who can take responsibility and work independently
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required in order to work with customers and vendors. Strong people skills needed.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks as needed to accommodate changing department/company needs.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Education And Experience

• General understanding of Quickbooks/Bookkeeping

IAG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.