Volunteer Bookkeeper Nonprofit Film Center

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Position: Bookkeeper. This work will require 2-3 hours a week and could be ideal for a retiree seeking to donate service or an employed bookkeeper looking to add nonprofit experience.

Employer: Upper West Side Cinema Center, Inc. (501c3)

Reports to: Ira Deutchman, President

Location: Remote at home with occasional in-person meetings on Manhattan’s Upper West Side

Start date: As soon as convenient. The President currently handles the books but is increasingly busy.

Overview: Upper West Side Cinema Center (UWSCC) is a nonprofit film center that bought the former Metro Theater on Broadway and 100th Street in April 2025 with the mission to restore and operate it as a multi-screen arthouse cinema. UWSCC has launched a capital campaign for restoration and is assembling a team of volunteer professionals including the key role of Bookkeeper.

Responsibilities: The Bookkeeper will work closely with the President and manage day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and transparency. This includes tracking income and expenses, vendor payments, monitoring budgets and reconciling accounts, and reporting for the President and external CPA.

More specifically, the Bookkeeper will:

* Issue payments for vendor bills and reimbursements in an accurate and timely manner;

* Ensure all expenditures and revenue are appropriately categorized;

* Record donations, grants, contracts, pledges, etc. in the system;

* Communicate timely regarding deposits and payments to ensure adequate cash flow;

* Maintain / select online bill-pay systems;

* Ensure adherence to audit requirements outlined by the external CPA in preparation for taxes and audit;

* Proactively maintain organized system for invoices, reimbursements and other financial records;

* Assist as needed with budget and financial data preparations for Board and other presentations;

* Transition current accounting software from Quicken to QuickBooks.

Position Requirements: A demonstrable track record of similar responsibilities along with superb organization, good judgment and integrity. Degree in accounting or related field. Location in NYC area with easy access to the Upper West Side for meetings is preferred. Past experience with small businesses and/or start-ups is a plus. So is enthusiasm for the arts in general and UWSCC's mission in particular.

UWSCC encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. A diverse workforce is part and parcel of our goal to be an inclusive center of the community.

The preceding is a general summary of UWSCC’s need and the skills to fill it. Our interview process will cover more of the specifics. Please email your resume along with a brief cover note to kayson212@gmail.com and many thanks for your interest.

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