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A UK based Art Gallery is seeking a seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Director, Finance. This person will be an important part of their New York team and will oversee the various accounting/finance functions working closely with the global finance team. This is a blended role where you’ll be responsible for month end close, monthly sales tax, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Multi-state sales tax experience is an absolute must! This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team in the art world and make a significant impact on the gallery’s growth here in NYC. If you or someone you know is interested in this role, please send resumes to carly.suchoff@roberthalf with “Associate Director, Finance” as the subject.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and analysis for review and consolidation.

• Conduct financial analysis and reporting for the management team as needed.

• Prepare the annual budget and forecasts collaborating with the local team to manage expenditure.

• Regularly review to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the sales and purchase ledger.

• Collaborate with colleagues to complete the month-end close process, including posting journal entries and preparing account analyses.

• Advise the sales team on commercial deals, sales tax implications, and other compliance-related matters.

• Raise sales invoices as required.

• Work closely with the registrar team regarding the movement and release of artworks.

• Perform monthly sales tax reconciliations and submissions.

• Oversee submission and reconciliation of credit card expenses for the NY team.

• Liaise with US tax advisors, accountants, and other relevant parties as needed.

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, standards, and other relevant legislation, including employment-related matters.

• Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.

  Requirements

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of prior accounting and finance experience, ideally in a gallery or other art-related organization.

• Relevant accountancy qualification or equivalent experience.

• Excellent communication skills and a detail oriented manner.

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of sales tax.

• Ability to structure tasks, balance competing priorities, and manage multiple stakeholders.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Experience with SAGE accounting software is an advantage.

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