Media Finance & Gift Processing Coordinator

National Opera Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Opera is seeking a Media Finance & Gift Processing Coordinator to oversee day-to-day financial operations of media programs and donor gift processing. You will collaborate with Finance, Development, and other teams to ensure accuracy in revenue, expenses, and reporting.

This role requires 1-3 years in finance or gift processing, experience with VBA macros, and familiarity with Tessitura or CRM software, with strong attention to detail and deadlines-driven work ethic.

Qualifications

• College degree, major in accounting or finance preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, revenue operations, or gift processing.
• Working knowledge of CRM software and Tessitura a plus.
• High attention to detail with strong organization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process all Media transactions, including billings, cash receipts, invoices, cash expenditures, and journal entries.
• Review media contracts and agreements to validate billing and terms.
• Support ticket sales data collection from international and domestic distribution partners.
• Support weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting on media program revenues and expenses.
• Aid in assembling accurate and timely royalty and publishing statements.
• Support year-end revenue sharing process, gathering documents and auditing data for accuracy.
• Coordinate with Finance on media forecasts, reporting, closes, and related matters.
• Process donor gift transactions in Tessitura, ensuring recording according to restrictions.

Skills

VBA macros

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Accounting or Finance major

Tools

Tessitura

CRM software

Access

Job description

Media Finance & Gift Processing Coordinator

Network(s): Finance, HR, & Administration

DESCRIPTION

The Media Finance & Gift Processing Coordinator supports all day-to-day financial operations of the Met’s media programs and donor gift processing. This role reports to the Director of Media Finance & Gift Processing and is ideal for someone who enjoys working with financial data, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Process all Media transactions, including billings and cash receipts, invoices and cash expenditures, and journal entries in a timely manner

Review media contracts and agreements to validate billing and terms

Support ticket sales data collection from international and domestic distribution partners for The Met: Live in HD

Support weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting on media program revenues and expenses

Aid in assembling accurate and timely royalty and publishing statements

Support year-end revenue sharing process, gathering supporting documents and auditing data and calculations for accuracy

Coordinate with other members of Finance on matters including but not limited to media forecasts, projections, reporting, monthly and year-end closes, etc.

Process donor gift transactions in Tessitura, ensuring accurate recording according to restriction and recognition requirements

Partner with Development to ensure accurate and timely reporting on contributions

Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency

Skills and Qualifications

College dress, major in accounting or finance preferred

1-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, revenue operations, or gift processing

Working knowledge of VBA macros and Access a plus

Experience with CRM software and/or Tessitura a plus

High attention to detail with strong organization skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset

$55,000 - $65,000 a year

The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.