Accounting Clerk at Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra – Cincinnati, Ohio

The Accounting Clerk supports the Finance Department by performing a wide range of administrative and clerical accounting functions. Under general supervision, this role is responsible for processing and verifying financial data, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with routine accounting operations in accordance with established policies and procedures. Daily responsibilities are detail-oriented and quantitative in nature, requiring regular use of computerized accounting and data management systems. The Accounting Clerk contributes to the accurate recording of financial transactions, prepares reports and summaries, and provides general support to ensure efficient and effective financial operations across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees accounting functions for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO), EVT Management LLC, and related subsidiaries and partner organizations.
• Completes accounting functions in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepares, reviews and enters daily cash receipts and prepares invoices as needed.
• Review, code and enter vendor invoices into the accounting software.
• Prepares vendor payment checks for mailing and files supporting documentation.
• Participates in monthly general ledger reconciling and closing.
• Participates in daily mail opening/check log procedure.
• Enters annual budget and projection information into the accounting software.
• Assists with grant preparation as required.
• Maintains department calendar of activities, due dates and vacation dates.
• Prepares and files various Federal, State and Local governmental reporting and payment forms on a regular basis.
• Analyzes general ledger activity and proposes adjustments, as needed.
• Completes special projects and miscellaneous assignments.
• Maintains and assists with company postage machine.
• Assists accounting personnel, Human Resources, Director of Finance and CFO as needed.
• Maintains all corporate documentation, correspondence, insurance, grant, and financial files in an orderly systematic manner.
• Ensures the work area is clean, secure and well maintained.
• Participates in the annual audit(s) as assigned.
• Reflect the CSO’s mission, vision, and values in your work as well as supporting a respectful organizational culture.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship: Accounting Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional accountant with a minimum of two plus years of accounting experience. Other qualifications include:

• Experience with accounting software, such as QuickBooks or similar software
• Experience with Microsoft software products with a heavy focus on Excel
• Detail oriented individual with a high level of accuracy
• Cooperative attitude and willingness to learn and assist others
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others and seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Capable of discerning and maintaining confidentiality of information.
• Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively in writing and verbally.
• Nonprofit experience preferred.

Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, flexibility, and professional growth. This includes generous PTO, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, employer contributions to both an HSA and 401(k), affordable health and dental coverage, free mental health support services, annual incentive compensation opportunities, dedicated professional development funds for all employees, and flexible work arrangements.