THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT

ANNOUNCES FULL-TIME JOB OPENING FOR

BOOKKEEPER

Full-Time, Salaried, Hybrid Schedule  

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks an experienced, dependable, detail-oriented individual to take on the full-time, salaried position of Bookkeeper. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Bookkeeper will utilize and optimize the existing financial systems and processes to keep up with AMP’s growth, budgetary goals, and fiscal reporting.

The Bookkeeper will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and other staff members to comprehensively manage the financial administration of the organization. The successful candidate will demonstrate impeccable integrity, have 3+ years of professional experience in accounting and bookkeeping of a $1MM+ business or organization, and recognize the value of Atlanta Music Project’s mission. 

About the Atlanta Music Project

Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project (AMP) provides world-class music training and performance opportunities supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music.

AMP serves over 1,000 young musicians annually through band, orchestra, and choir programs, private lessons, and the annual month-long AMP Summer Series. The AMP Senior Youth Orchestras and Choirs perform and compete both nationally and internationally. Additionally, AMP houses a college and career program, supporting AMP high school students and alumni. Since 2021, AMP has awarded $545,000 in college scholarships to its alumni.

AMP music ensembles perform more than 60 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as cellist Sterling Elliott, rapper Lecrae, operatic baritone Edward Parks, R&B singer Monica, The Piano Guys, the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, pianist Terrence Wilson, and the Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. 

AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, and performed with the Atlanta Opera, the Atlanta Ballet, and the Fox Theatre. AMP ensembles have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico, Canada, and New Zealand. The AMP Senior Youth Choir was crowned winner of the Youth Choirs category at the Open Competition of the 2024 World Choirs Games.

 AMP is the recipient of several prestigious awards: 2015 Local Community Service Award (Spelman College), 2016 Neighborhood Builder (Bank of America), 2016 & 2017 Top 50 Youth Arts Program (USA President’s Committee on the Arts & Humanities), 2018 MLK Jr. Community Service Award (Emory University), 2019 Luminary Award for Arts Education (ArtsATL), and 2021 Infusion Award (Lewis Prize for Music).

 AMP’s current major funders include the Chestnut Family Foundation, Intuit Mailchimp, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, The Rich’s Foundation, the Sartain Lanier Foundation, the Luluma Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Department of Education, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Delta Community Credit Union, the Next Generation Fund, and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta.

In 2024, AMP became the recipient of five Steinway pianos and was awarded the prestigious honor of being a Steinway Select School, making AMP one of eight schools in the country with this distinction.  

AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation.

AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs.

For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Key Duties of the Bookkeeper

• Understand and represent the AMP philosophies for empowering youth and uplifting communities through the pursuit of musical excellence

• Learn, understand, and stay current on the structure and details of all AMP programs 

• Serve as the staff person overseeing and managing the administration of AMP’s budgets, expenses, and revenue

• Maintain and improve upon standard operating procedures related to the organization’s financial management

• Collaborate regularly with the Chief Executive Officer, other staff members, and outside contractors 

• Guarantee timely and accurate financial reporting 

• Serve as the staff liaison to the AMP Board Finance Committee

Financial Management (90%)

• Manage the annual budgeting and planning process in coordination with Chief Executive Officer

• Ensure all financial transactions for the organization are recorded timely and accurately, including the performance of data entry and reconciliation activities to the organization’s accounting system

• • Prepare monthly financial statements for use by senior management and Board of Directors in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Participate in meetings of the Board of Directors as requested

• Continuously monitor bank balance and transaction integrity

• Produce cash flow projections and monitor cash flow

• Produce bi-weekly payroll summary in collaboration with program staff and Chief Executive Officer

• Manage and complete all financial components of grant applications & ongoing reporting, in collaboration with the development and program staff 

• Serve as AMP’s point of contact and manager for annual external audit process

• Coordinate and implement external audit recommendations

• Collaborate with the Development Team on donation and check deposit processes

• Manage Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable including bills, utilities, invoices, earned income, program registration fees, donations, grant awards, expenses, purchases, leases, rentals, and more. 

• Manage and optimize procedures related to expense reporting 

• Prepare tax documents including annual 990 form

Administrative Responsibilities (10%)

• As needed, provide general administrative support related to AMP’s day-to-day activities

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent certification 
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks & Excel required
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in corporate or non-profit accounting/finance
• Strong proficiency in financial analysis and reporting
• Strong proficiency in Google Docs & Microsoft Suite 
• CPA preferred 

Candidate Profile and Skills:

• Impeccable sense of integrity 
• Passion for excellence and results
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently 
• Superior mathematical skills
• Superior organization skills, both cloud-based and office-based
• Superior time-management skills and consistent ability to meet deadlines
• Optimism and tenacity, especially in the face of challenging, high-pressure situations
• Entrepreneurial and innovative spirit which thrives in a dynamic work environment
• Impeccable communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to adapt, be flexible, and have a sense of humor
• Knowledge of music, music education, and youth development is highly preferred  

Additional Work Demands

• Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends in order to meet critical deadlines 
• Must be willing to work from the office minimum 3 days/week including but not limited to pre-scheduled in person meetings

Notes: The Bookkeeper is a full-time, salaried position. Hybrid schedule. Compensation is commensurate with experience and may range from $70,000 – $90,000. AMP will provide a MacBook laptop, optional healthcare coverage, 401(k) with employer matching, and generous vacation policy. Background check required. 

To Apply:

Prepare one document in PDF format consisting of the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three professional references

Email the one document in PDF format to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Bookkeeper.” Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.