What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Gotham FC?
NJ/NY Gotham FC (“Gotham FC” or “the Club”) is a National Women’s Soccer League (“NWSL”) team representing New Jersey and New York. The team plays at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ.
The Role
Gotham FC is looking for a highly organized, detail-driven individual to be a part of its accounting team as an Accounting Clerk, who will report directly to the Senior Accounting Manager, The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach in the day-to-day accounting operations and will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the Club’s financial operations. They will have excellent communication and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities
Based at Gotham FC’s business office, which is located at 15 Exchange Place in Jersey City, New Jersey, on a hybrid working schedule which consists of three core in-office/in-person days (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two non-core days (Monday and Friday), with the option of being in the business office or remote. The ability to attend all home games and any mandatory events as well as away games, as necessary. Gotham FC requires its associates to live in its market, that is, within reasonable commuting distance of Gotham FC’s offices, practice facility and Sports Illustrated Stadium.
Gotham FC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. We are committed to broadening the pool of qualified talent for consideration, including those who have been historically underrepresented. We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Job type: Full-time Exempt position
Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000, plus benefits
This job description is a broad summary of the essential job functions and general duties for this position, the additional job duties that may be required from time-to-time, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. The Accounting Clerk may be required to and must be willing to perform other duties as assigned, to meet organizational needs. This job description may be modified from time to time, at the sole discretion of Gotham FC.
This employee must follow and enforce all policies and procedures formulated by Gotham FC and be a role model for the organization.
The existence of this job description does not modify the employee’s “at-will” status. That is, unless a signed employment contract specifying a term of employment exists between Gotham FC and the employee or his/her/their representative, both Gotham FC and the employee will have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without reason or notice, unless otherwise prohibited by law.
The Role
Gotham FC is looking for a highly organized, detail-driven individual to be a part of its accounting team as an Accounting Clerk, who will report directly to the Senior Accounting Manager, The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach in the day-to-day accounting operations and will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the Club’s financial operations. They will have excellent communication and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Cash – recording all cash transactions
- Accounts Receivable – create customer invoices
- Accounts Payable:
- Process, code, and maintain vendor invoices in the accounting system.
- Ensure vendors provide proper tax documentation (e.g., W-9 forms) and validate payment details.
- Post and apply payments, ensuring all transactions are accurate and up to date.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Record-keeping:
- Maintain well-organized, accurate records of all financial transactions and supporting documents.
- Financial Operations Support:
- Reconcile certain balance sheet accounts to ensure accurate coding and reporting.
- Support the preparation and organization of schedules, documentation, and reports.
- Take on ad hoc financial projects and analyses as needed. Provide general support to the finance team as needed.
- Experience: At least 4 years in bookkeeping or accounting roles.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
- Familiarity with Rippling Spend Management is a plus.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Familiar with Google Products such as Sheets, Docs, Drive and Calendar.
- Previous experience in a small company (less than 100 employees) preferred.
- Attention to Detail: A keen eye for accuracy and a commitment to maintaining clean, organized financial records.
- Data Entry Proficiency: Ability to handle large volumes of financial data efficiently and accurately.
- Strong analytical and proactive critical thinking skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, including the ability to work independently.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with Club members, external partners, etc.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Based at Gotham FC’s business office, which is located at 15 Exchange Place in Jersey City, New Jersey, on a hybrid working schedule which consists of three core in-office/in-person days (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two non-core days (Monday and Friday), with the option of being in the business office or remote. The ability to attend all home games and any mandatory events as well as away games, as necessary. Gotham FC requires its associates to live in its market, that is, within reasonable commuting distance of Gotham FC’s offices, practice facility and Sports Illustrated Stadium.
Gotham FC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. We are committed to broadening the pool of qualified talent for consideration, including those who have been historically underrepresented. We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Job type: Full-time Exempt position
Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000, plus benefits
This job description is a broad summary of the essential job functions and general duties for this position, the additional job duties that may be required from time-to-time, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. The Accounting Clerk may be required to and must be willing to perform other duties as assigned, to meet organizational needs. This job description may be modified from time to time, at the sole discretion of Gotham FC.
This employee must follow and enforce all policies and procedures formulated by Gotham FC and be a role model for the organization.
The existence of this job description does not modify the employee’s “at-will” status. That is, unless a signed employment contract specifying a term of employment exists between Gotham FC and the employee or his/her/their representative, both Gotham FC and the employee will have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without reason or notice, unless otherwise prohibited by law.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000