Staff Accountant at Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT JOB DESCRIPTION 

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Department:Finance 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Work Location: Hybrid 

FT/PT: Full time 

Last Revision Date: 8/22/2025 
 

The Organization: The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is known internationally for trailblazing performances, collaborations with the world’s foremost musical artists, and a deep commitment to serving our community. Making its home in historic Orchestra Hall at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center, the DSO actively pursues its vision to be an inclusive and culturally relevant community where all people can experience their world through music. 
 

The DSO is a complex organization. Operating 365 days per year in historic Orchestra Hall, one of America’s most acoustically perfect concert halls, we are a performing arts institution, an educational facility, and a community center. We are governed by an independent Board of Directors and employ both union and non-union employees as musicians, stage crew, and administrative staff. Creating a unified culture throughout the institution is an organizational imperative, and we are guided by our values of excellence, diversity, resilience, collaboration, and innovation. The DSO is also deeply invested in the city of Detroit; through our Detroit Strategy initiative, we are expanding the DSO’s participation in the growth and well-being of the city.   
 

The DSO offers a unique, fast-paced working environment, an excellent overall compensation package, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information visit www.dso.org. 
 

Position Summary:  

We seek a ​well-organized and principled candidate to ​join ​the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Finance Department. The​ Staff ​​Accountant will ​assume primary responsibility in the areas of gift processing, ​accounts payable, ​and other duties as assigned​.​ 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Gift Processing 

  • ​​​Oversee and direct all aspects of day-to-day gift processing.​​ 
  • ​​Compile daily checks/cash batches for deposit. ​ 
  • Communicate with the Advancement team to determine how gifts are applied.  
  • Record transactions in Tessitura, assuring accuracy. 
  • Provide reports and other tools to keep Leadership and Advancement team apprised of major giving. 

• Accounts Payable 

  • Maintain vendor records, verify vendor information.  
  • ​​Process​ invoices and payments by check or bank transfers. ​​     ​​ 
  • ​​​Communicate with outside vendors - respond efficiently to vendor inquiries ​​ 
  • ​​​Coordinate with other internal departments to process vendor payments accurately and timely. 

• Other 

  • Account reconciliations performed during the month-end procedures. 
  • Support the rest of the Finance team, providing administrative support. 
  • Assist during the year-end financial statement audit. 
  • ​​Other duties as assigned.​ 

Required Qualifications  

• ​​​​Associate degree in Accounting ​​OR pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting OR two or more years of experience in Accounting.​​ 
• ​​Understand fundamental accounting concepts. ​ 
• ​Proficient Microsoft Office knowledge and skills, including advanced knowledge of Excel.  
• ​Attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.  
• ​Excellent time management and organizational skills. 
• ​Strong work ethic and ability to treat confidential and private information with discretion. 
• ​Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• ​Ability to act independently, take initiative, and meet changing priorities. 
• ​Successful experience working in, and contributing to, a collaborative, team environment. 

Desired Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 

Additional Information: 

• This is a salaried, non-union position  
• This position will begin November 1, 2025 or after
• All positions at the DSO require the successful completion of a background check prior to beginning employment. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates.     
   

Physical Requirements:  This role primarily works in an office environment and frequently has prolonged periods of sitting and looking at a computer screen.  

Position Reports to: Director of Accounting & Financial Reporting 

Works closely with: Other members of the Finance team, Advancement Team, other internal DSO departments and vendors. 

If an accommodation is needed to ensure your successful participation in the 
application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected] for assistance. 

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