Assistant Bookkeeper : New York

AGMA Retirement Plan
AGMA Health Fund
1430 Broadway, Suite 1203 – New York, NY 10018
Telephone (212) 765-3664 – Fax (212) 956-7599
E-Mail: resumes@agmafunds.org

Assistant Bookkeeper

New York, NY

The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) Retirement Plan and Health Fund Office seeks an Assistant Bookkeeper. The Fund Office works closely with AGMA, the Union that represents the classical artists in the fields of music, concert, recital, dance, oratorio and opera. The AGMA Health Fund provides comprehensive medical benefits for 500 members nationally and oversees a medical reimbursement account program for over 4,000 members. The AGMA Retirement Plan manages the employer-funded contributions of over 6,000 members.

Primary duties include (but not limited to):

• Process Health Fund contributions from employers and members for medical, dental and vision benefits and for COBRA coverage
• Prepare and monitor reports for new and terminated coverage
• Process Retirement Plan contributions from employers
• Financial responsibility for the Retirement Plan including paying bills, creating journal entries and updating bank and investment reconciliations
• Respond to information requests as needed for the annual audit
• Prepare mailing lists as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar combination of education and work experience
• Accounting software experience, with a preference for past Peachtree/Sage Accounting
• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting standards
• Prior benefit fund office experience is desirable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office with very strong Excel skills required
• Ability to effectively communicate with members as customers

Desired Attributes

• Accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work
• Display confidence working with technology
• Experience working in a non-profit environment and appreciation of the arts, particularly opera and classical dance

Compensation
Salary D.O.E. We offer a generous benefit package including full medical insurance and a 401(k) match program.

To Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter by email to resumes@agmafunds.org with “Assistant Bookkeeper” in the subject line; professional references upon request. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. No calls please. EOE.

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