The Global Regional School System is looking for an Accounting Coordinator for East/Northeast Bronx Region
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Rosemary.Goncalves@archny.org
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Accounting Coordinator will work closely with the principals of the Catholic School Regions of the Archdiocese of New York to provide direct financial administrative support and resolve financial and accounting issues. The Accounting Coordinator will be assigned to no more than five schools and will be present in his or her assigned schools at least once a week. The Accounting Coordinator reports to the Accounting Supervisor and will ensure that there is a review of all information sent to the Treasury Operation unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Make on-site weekly visits to each assigned
- Collect and review vendor invoices and in school deposits with principal.
- Coordinate with principal on funding needs for upcoming events.
- Process vendor invoices and consolidated bills using ConnectNow Accounting; maintain accounts payable
- Consolidate all accounts payable for finance manager
- Coordinate with the treasury operation unit to review and identify exceptions in
- Record banking deposits of funds received at the school level that are not electronically interfaced with the Treasury Operations
- Input payroll data for assigned schools.
- Manage and maintain all phases of the payroll process.
- Perform other related bookkeeping duties, as
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Four year accounting degree or equivalent experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Be able to work in a team environment to assist in carrying out the overall function of the regional
- Be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented and highly organized
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook
- Experience with ConnectNow Accounting, Microsoft Sharepoint, Smart Tuition and Paychex a plus
The Sheen Center is looking for a Development Membership Associate.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: bill@sheencenter.org
Development/Membership Associate – Position Description
About The Sheen Center
The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center for Thought & Culture is a project of the Archdiocese of New York, presenting more than 75 events in theatre, film, music, and thought per season. The state-of-the-art complex has a 274-seat proscenium theater equipped with five-camera high-definition live stream capability and a multi-track recording studio with thirty-two onstage inputs; an 80-seat black box theater; four rehearsal studios; and an art gallery. This facility is the newest arts center in Manhattan in 35 years and a significant addition to the growing artistic community in NoHo/East Villa.
Mission Statement
The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center for thought & Culture is a forum to highlight the true, the good, and the beautiful as they have been expressed throughout the ages. Cognizant of our creation in the image and likeness of God, the Sheen Center aspires to present the heights and depths of human expression in thought and culture, featuring humankind as fully alive. At the Sheen Center, we proclaim that life is worth living, especially when we seek to deepen, explore and challenge ourselves, Catholic and non-Catholic alike, intellectually, artistically, and spiritually.
The Position
The Sheen Center is seeking a hands-on, enthusiastic Development/Membership Associate to build the membership base, help plan and execute special events, assist with prospect and foundation research, prepare and write proposals, manage and fulfill sponsor agreements, organize regular annual fund direct response mail/e-mail donor appeals, and manage our donor database including donor receipting, correspondence and reports.
Reporting to the Sr. Development Counsel, the Development/Membership Associate will work closely with donors, sponsors and patrons as well as Sheen Center colleagues.
Major Responsibilities:
Strategy and Planning
• Work as a member of the development team to execute a comprehensive development plan with measurable goals and outcomes, consistent with the financial needs of Sheen
Special Events
• Support planning and execution of fundraising events including the annual Friends of Sheen lunch and Jazz benefit as appropriate
Sponsor Fulfillment
• Work closely with corporate sponsors to fulfill agreements and requests for tickets, branding and special events
Membership
- Strategize with Sr. Development Counsel to develop and execute comprehensive programs to recruit, steward and retain members
- Engage with members to improve their experience at The Sheen Center through communications, personal contact and various activities
Relationship Management
• Working with Sheen staff, ensure that donor and patron records are maintained accurately
• Utilize the Ovation (and eventually Raiser’s Edge) system to maximize its CRM capabilities
• Develop and write donor acknowledgements, funder reports, donor recognition and cultivation materials
Prospect Research
- Research prospect donors utilizing on-line resources such as I-Wave and Donor Search. Work with Sr. Development Counsel to develop and maintain updated donor profiles.
Qualifications and Attributes
- A passion for the mission and work of Sheen
- A proven track record in managing fundraising events is preferred, preferably with specific experience in arts and culture.
- Excellent administrative skills including experience with donor management programs, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office
- Excellent writing and proof reading skills
- Superb interpersonal skills and the ability to interact discretely and appropriately with professional artists and other industry professionals as appropriate.
- The appropriate candidate will be diligent, tireless, passionate about the cause, and able to build and articulate a compelling case for support to a diverse group of donors and prospects.
- The ability to work effectively and collegially with other Sheen staff, Board members, patrons, and supporters.
- High degree of comfort working with various publics including donors, members and corporate sponsors and representing The Sheen Center at public occasions as appropriate
- The desire, ability, and willingness to roll up his/her sleeves and get the job done, often with limited resources
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with prospect, donor and member information is a MUST
- A college degree in a relevant field is desired and some experience in each area of responsibility is preferred.
The Environment
The Sheen Center is a diverse, interesting, casual, and vibrant work environment that is brimming with activity day and night, up to seven days a week. There is a steady stream of artists, musicians, speakers, patrons, fans, and supporters who create an intense, yet fascinating, environment.
Start date: September 2018
Compensation: Competitive salary with full benefits
To apply for this position email and submit the following:
- Cover letter detailing your interest in this position at The Sheen Center including salary requirements
- Resume
- Two writing samples
The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
No phone calls please.
The Sheen Center is looking for a Director of Development.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: bill@sheencenter.org
POSITION TITLE: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The development director works with the Executive Director to secure necessary resources in a variety of funding areas to augment earned income. The ultimate goal is to ensure the long-term stability of the organization. By the end of the 2020-21 fiscal year, contributed income should represent roughly 50% the total operating budget (approximately $1.8 MM annually).
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct the organization and management of the comprehensive development program through supervision of volunteers and development staff
- Prepare annual plans and calendars for all fund development activities. Execute three-year (3 year) plan for the development program which is updated annually
- Create a plan for a sustainable annual fund (Step up for Sheen)
- Develop proposals, build relationships, solicit gifts and steward appropriate foundations
- Identify, cultivate, solicit and secure major gifts. Maintain an active portfolio of prospective benefactors. Work with Executive Director, Managing Director and Board members to maintain their portfolios and strategize and track progress in major and leadership giving
- Collaborate with Executive Director to secure annual Board member contributions
- Conduct a minimum of five (5) outreach meetings per month with potential benefactors in the form of discovery, cultivation, solicitation or stewardship meetings
- Supervise the stewardship process, including prompt gift acknowledgement, for all benefactors
- Oversee membership program, meet annual recruitment and renewal goals
- Serve as part of leadership team, collaborate with various department and supervise Development/Membership Associate in his/her duties
- Plan and supervise direct mail, phone-a-thon, special events, and other solicitation activities as needed
- Identify potential new Board members and make recommendations to the Executive Director and Recruiting/Norminating committee regarding their worthiness and reasons for their likely interest.
- Assist the Executive Director as staff to the Nominating/Governance and the Institutional Advancement Committees of the Board.
- Prepare board packet for each meeting of the Board of the Directors. Once approved, supervise assembly of all documents needed for the meeting’s agenda and mail all hard copies of materials to the Board at least one week before each meeting.
- Assist the Executive Director in assigning new Board Members to various committees.
- Attend major events and opening nights with the Executive Director for proper cultivation of members, donors, potential donors and board members.
- Represent Sheen as required as part of public facing duties
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reviews and analysis of progress and impact
- Other duties as required
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Baccalaureate degree. Master’s degree is preferred.
- 5 or more years experience in progressively responsible development duties (including major gifts experience with proven success)
- Enthusiasm and excellent people skills are essential. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to handle the needs of a fast-paced office and the special needs of benefactors. In addition, must be adept at working collaboratively with multiple constituents including fellow staff, Board members and high level volunteers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to analyze data and creatively problem solve
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and to lead and motivate others, especially volunteers.
- Thoroughness in planning and implementing work, including goals, budget, timetables, and action steps to achieve objectives.
- Due to handling of confidential donor information, discretion and tact are essential
- Adept at customary office and development technology including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Raiser’s Edge
- Willingness to work effectively in a “start-up” endeavor
- Respect for The Sheen Center mission mandatory, experience working in a performing arts environment a plus.
EXPECTED COMPENSATION
- $90-110K depending on experience and benefits
Institutional Commodity Services (ICS) is looking for an Accounting Manager.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Dorota.Czyzewska@nyics.org
Position Description: Institutional Commodity Services (ICS) is the central purchasing office for parishes, schools and Catholic institutions in the Greater New York area. Founded and headquartered in the Archdiocese of New York, it also serves the Archdiocese of Newark and the Dioceses of Albany, Bridgeport, Brooklyn and Camden.
The accounting manager is responsible for administering effective accounting guidelines and procedures supporting the financial strategies and activities of ICS. The accounting manager reports to the Executive Director of ICS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage monthly and year-end closing of financial records and posting of month-end and year-end
- Maintain journals for accruals, inventory, depreciation, and other necessary adjustments to journal entries.
- Prepare monthly financial statements for ICS and related organizations.
- Supervise ICS support staff and oversee accounts receivable and payable Train and evaluate employees to enhance their performance.
- Respond to financial questions/concerns of the Finance Office of the Archdiocese of New York.
- Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance retail sales, financial and informational
- Act as liaison between the Archdiocese and outside accounting firm in connection with year- end audits and ensure that proper information is maintained for historical
- Prepare and recommend department budget for approval. Monitor spending for adherence to budget and identify variances as
- Establish/maintain cyclical schedules (biweekly, monthly, quarterly) for the major ICS accounting functions.
- Provide reports and analyses for the Executive Director, as directed.
- Assure that policies, practices, methods and procedures conform to the professional standards and to the mission and ethical values of the
- During an initial staff transition period, review equipment sourcing proposals prepared by sales representatives and assist in establishing pricing for all products sold.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Minimum 3-year supervisory experience required
- Public accounting experience preferred; CPA preferred
- Working knowledge of Catholic church structure and organization
- Well-organized, with ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Lawson a plus
The Department of Education is looking for a Curriculum and Assessment Associate.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Steven.Virgadamo@archny.org
POSITION SUMMARY
The Curriculum and Assessment Associate works collaboratively with the Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Staff Development to support and enhance the Archdiocesan curriculum and assessment programs to maximize the educational experience of every student within the Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of New York.
Primary Duties: Curriculum Development
- Coordinate the development of robust curricular programs by creating a variety of resources to support teacher effectiveness (e.g. pacing guides, model assessments, sample question sets, recommended text lists, etc.) Successfully facilitate implementation of these resources through effective delivery to principals and teachers.
- Research a variety of topics (e.g., instructional strategies, curriculum guidelines, instructional technology, etc.) and convey information/recommendations regarding district curriculum to the Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Staff Development as needed.
- Develop and coordinate special projects and events to enhance the Archdiocesan curriculum (e.g. essay contests, blended learning programs, partnerships with curricular providers).
- Manage the Archdiocesan Curriculum Staff Access page, maintaining up-to-date content and resources for teachers.
Primary Duties: Assessment
- Manage student achievement data from standardized tests housed in various data systems; organize, classify and report on data for use in decision-making and monitoring at a system level as well as a local school level.
- Analyze assessment data to identify successful strategies, programs and plans for continuous improvement, particularly in areas of weak performance.
- Collaborate with a variety of individuals to develop and administer bi-annual Archdiocesan interim assessments.
Miscellaneous Duties
- Work collaboratively with a team of 7 regional instructional specialists to plan and implement effective professional development in all 7 archdiocesan regions.
- Bring an imaginative approach to solving problems and be a good negotiator while
working cooperatively with all members of the Superintendent of Schools Office.
- Provide direction in the area of educational renewal and assessment with the vision of the strategic plan, Pathways to Excellence.
- Collaborate with the Office of the Partnership for Inner-City Education to oversee allocation and use of grant monies in support of curricular programs in inner-city schools; monitor compliance of awarded monies, facilitate professional sharing opportunities and write reports on grants.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Superintendent of Curriculum/Staff Development.
Clerical Duties
- Assist the Associate Superintendent in managing all operations of the Curriculum and Staff Development office
- Maintain confidentiality of all operations of the office
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master’s Degree
Experience: Minimum three (3) years successful teaching experience
Minimum three (3) years successful administrative experience
Math/ Science background preferred but not required
Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to forge and maintain cooperative relationships; ability to use and present data clearly through word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs; ability to effectively plan and manage projects, and prepare and maintain accurate records.
Knowledge of: Principles of best instructional practices, curriculum design, adult learning styles and how to effect change successfully; how to review, interpret and write technical information, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions.
Ability to: schedule a number of activities; communicate, lead meetings and/ work with a diversity of individuals; routinely gather, collate and/or classify data; make sound decisions; demonstrate leadership and vision; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; work as part of a team.
Compensation for this position is competitive, and a comprehensive benefits package is included.