Reports to: Business Operations Director, Core Directors, Finance Coordinator
Direct Reports:
Works closely with: Finance Coordinator, Finance Assistants, Artist Manager
Objective/Duties & Responsibilities
In Festival: September to mid-October
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Accurately record all financial transactions during the festival; costs and deposits
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Collaborate on finance department strategy to ensure accurate record keeping
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Assist with organizing payments for daily distribution
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Organize and categorize all hard copy records generated during the festival
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Other duties as assigned – use your imagination, anything is possible during the festival
Requirements
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Experience with bookkeeping and financial record keeping
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Experience settling daily deposits
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A love of spreadsheets
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Super organized
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Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
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Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and artists
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Handles high pressure situations with grace and good humor
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Punctuality and professionalism
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Ability to make decisions quickly
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Proficiency with personal computing environment, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, and the Internet
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Ability to use common sense approaches and make prudent and sound decisions
Desired
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Experience managing finances for a small to medium size business
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Experience with Quickbooks or other bookkeeping software
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Knowledge of event settlement practices
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Previous experience working with electronic music
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Previous experience working with a music festival
Employment Conditions
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Weekly Decibel meetings for the month before the festival and two weeks after (Sept 1 – mid-October)
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Position requires work during Decibel festival
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Must have personal computer or daily access to computer
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Willingness to be in regular touch with your Decibel team via email (Sept 1 – mid-October)
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Evening and weekend required
- Reliable transportation to/from various Decibel meetings, events and during festival