Finance Associate

Goodman Theatre; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401K & parental leave

Job summary

The Goodman Theatre in Chicago is seeking a Finance Associate to join the Business Office. The role focuses on payroll processing, accounts payable management, journal entries, and ongoing communication with staff, leadership and artists.

Three years of accounting/payroll experience are required, with strong skills in Excel and payroll/HRIS systems. The position supports the CFO on special projects and participates in annual audits and year-end close activities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in accounting/payroll areas.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Suites and payroll/HRIS systems such as Paycom, Sage Intacct, Ramp, and Tessitura.

Responsibilities

• Administers and processes weekly and semi-monthly payroll, including labor allocations and system training.
• Processes accounts payable with proper approvals, coding, and entry into the accounting system; handles artist and designer payments.
• Responsible for account reconciliations including receivables, payables, fixed assets, and more.
• Maintains fixed assets system and additions.
• Assists with daily banking functions and submission of payments for approval.
• Assists with filing for the Illinois Live Theatre Tax Credit.
• Supports Chief Financial Officer in special projects.
• Assists in preparing annual audit and year-end closures, including schedules, 1099s and W-2s.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Communication

Tools

Paycom

Sage Intacct

Ramp

Tessitura

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

COMPENSATION RATE: $57,000 - $60,000 annually

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Associate is a critical member of the Business Office. This position supports the theatre through payroll processing, accounts payable management, processing journal entries and overall communication with staff, leadership and artists.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers and processes weekly and semi-monthly payroll, including labor allocations, training staff in system and coordinating payroll processing between Finance and Human Resources.
• Processes accounts payable, ensuring invoices are properly approved, coded, and entered into the accounting system. This includes fee payments for artists and designers.
• Responsible for account reconciliations including receivables, payables, fixed assets, and more.
• Maintains fixed assets system and additions.
• Assists with daily banking functions and submission of payments for approval.
• Assists with filing for the Illinois Live Theatre Tax Credit.
• Supports Chief Financial Officer in special projects.
• Assists in the preparation of annual audit and year-end closures by preparing and maintaining schedules, assisting finance team, and preparing and distributing 1099s and W-2s.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years of experience in accounting/payroll areas.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Strong computer skills/experience including Microsoft Suites (Excel, Word, Teams), Payroll/HRIS management systems such as Paycom, Sage Intacct, Ramp, and Tessitura software a plus.
• Model Behavior and values consistent with The Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering The Goodman’s IDEAA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Access) goals.

BACKGROUND:

Chicago’s theater since 1925, The Goodman is a not-for-profit arts and community organization in the heart of the Loop, distinguished by the excellence and scope of its artistic programming and community engagement. The theater’s artistic priorities include new play development (more than 150 world or American premieres), large scale musical theater works and reimagined classics.

We at The Goodman believe that a diversity of people, ideas and cultures in our organization enriches both the art on stage and our civic engagement. In our workplace, we strive to reflect the communities we serve, and make space in which everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work. The Goodman values equity, diversity and inclusion and is committed to approaching our work through the practice of anti-racism. Learn more at GoodmanTheatre.org/Accountability

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Goodman Theatre offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, paid vacation, sick leave, 401K & Parental Leave.

The Goodman is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. By dedicating itself to three guiding principles—quality, diversity and community— The Goodman seeks to be the premier cultural organization in Chicago, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in our city.

The Goodman is an inclusive and accessible employer. Successful candidates will have experience working with diverse groups of people and will demonstrate a deep commitment to advancing equity and inclusion at The Goodman.

The Goodman uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.