At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary market, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today.
Who will work well with us:
- The ideal candidate is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the commercial art world is not required.
- We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply.
About the Opportunity
Staff Accountant | $67k-70k annually
David Zwirner is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role reports to the Accounting Manager. This position will be hybrid Monday-Friday, 10am to 6pm (on site 4 days/week). As the Staff Accountant, you must be detail-oriented and able to deliver information in a timely manner in order to effectively support and collaborate with the Finance team.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Assist Accounting Manager with the month-end, quarterly and annual closes.
- Responsible for timely balance sheet reconciliations including prepaids, accruals and fixed assets.
- Assist with daily bank reconciliations.
- Assist with Sales Orders coverage.
- Assist with accounts receivable including invoice coding and accounts reconciliation.
- Assist with corporate credit card expenses review, approval and import to the accounting system.
- Prepare audit schedules for external auditors.
- Work effectively within a multi-entity group environment, supporting the needs of different subsidiaries.
- Ad hoc analyses/projects as needed.
What you’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP/IFRS).
- Experience in accounting software and ERP systems (Sage Intacct preferred).
- Advanced Excel skills; excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
What you will love about David Zwirner:
- David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery’s long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including: David Zwirner Online, David Zwirner Books, Dialogues, Utopia Editions, and Consignments.
- Premier Access - to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars.
- Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner's commitment to Galleries Commit.
- Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, and family medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.
Please submit a resume and cover letter, and be prepared to provide three (3) professional references upon request.
David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you need assistance in applying to a role, you may reach out to recruiting@davidzwirner.com. No calls or walk-ins will be considered for positions at David Zwirner.
