Job Description
Job Description
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 markets, 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 someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn.
- We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, and those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply.
About the Opportunity
Accounting Intern
David Zwirner seeks a dynamic Accounting Intern at its HQ in Chelsea, NYC. This role will support the Finance team by working closely with all levels, gaining exposure to financial reporting, analysis and various accounting tasks, and reports to the Global Controller.
Qualified candidates should be highly personable, organized, motivated, and responsible, with an interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery.
What you'll do:
- Assist Accounting Manager with balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support Accounts Payable with vendor statement reconciliations.
- Help complete bank reconciliations.
- Aid with document retrieval for year-end audit.
- Support with credit card reconciliations.
- Provide assistance to the Tax Manager with document retrieval for sales tax compliance.
- Assist Global Controller on ad-hoc projects.
What we would like you to have:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in accounting.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The Winter/Spring internship runs from January through April. Hours are 10AM – 6PM, 3 days a week, and there is no option for remote work. To ensure that our interns have a well-rounded and educational experience, we ask for a commitment of 3 months. All interns are paid NYC minimum wage of $17/hour. All candidates must be residents of NY, NJ, or CT. No lodging or commuting expenses will be provided.
Please submit a resume and cover letter.
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.