Employment Opportunitites

The Paramount Theater is Charlottesville's historic and intimate venue for the performing arts!  The Paramount offers unique employment opportunities with competitive pay and benefits.

We are currently seeking applicants for:

Accountant

The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville has an immediate opening for an Accountant.  The Accountant performs the daily activities of the financial functions at the Theater and other duties as required by the Production and Facilities Manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assists in the development and implementation of facility goals and priorities relating to financial management, budget, accounting, purchasing, and payroll in compliance with State and Federal law and Theater policies and procedures.
• Receives and processes accounts payable and accounts receivable for multiple corporate entities.
• Books and tracks all contributions received to The Paramount.

• Prepares financial statements, and other financial reports, including monthly statements, annual budget and annual reports for the Theater.
• Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, cost, property, operating expenses and insurance records.
• Coordinates preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting. Works with auditors in verifying financial information/procedures.
• Verifies daily deposits of the Box Office and reporting of ticket sales for entry into accounting software.

• Manages all payroll functions.

• Responsible for signing all checks and for cash flow management. Responsible for projecting year-end numbers to meet budget and also ensures proper cash flow is available for operations.
• Reviews all food & beverage deposits and reports for accuracy.
• Maintains contract with Risk Management Department and insurance broker for coordination of appropriate coverage.
• Prepares invoices and settlement documents for events and settles all events; may need to be on-site for ticketed events. Prepares post event recaps to determine profitability of the event.

• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accounting degree from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Peachtree and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook, Financial Edge).

• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedules.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the team.

• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, all levels of employees, Board of Directors, volunteers, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.

• Ability to work flexible hours based on events, including daytime, evening, weekends and holidays as needed.

TO APPLY:

This position offers a competitive salary and benefit package.  Resumes must include salary requirements for consideration and may be sent to:

Mary Beth Aungier
General Manager
The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville
215 East Main Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902
marybethaungier@theparamount.net
Fax: (434) 979-8460

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Box Office Associates

The Paramount Theater is searching for part time Box Office Associates.  Successful candidates are well-organized, self-motivated, and friendly with excellent customer service skills. 

Associates will learn The Paramount’s internal ticketing software and are capable of light manual labor.  Applicants must be available to work performances at the theater; some nights and weekends are required.  Responsibilities include placing ticket orders, answering telephone calls, performing accurate data entry, and serving as The Paramount’s first point of contact with the general public.

Please forward a current resume and three references to:

Matthew Simon
Box Office Manager
The Paramount Theater
215 East Main Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902