Art Director directs and develops the creative design and execution of visual communications to meet an organization's marketing or advertising objectives. Provides internal clients with design standards, tools, and guidance on communicating corporate image, branding, and identity. Being an Art Director leads the design and production operations of all visual elements including publications, infographics, and social content, that are deployed across digital, interactive and print. Stays current on latest trends. Additionally, Art Director develops a network of vendors, freelance artists, and designers to utilize for project support. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in art, graphic design or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Art Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Art Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Art Institute of Chicago shares its singular collections with our city and the world. We collect, care for, and interpret works of art across time, cultures, geographies, and identities, centering the vision of artists and makers. We recognize that all art is made in a particular context, demanding continual, dynamic reconsideration in the present. We are a place of gathering; we foster the exchange of ideas and inspire an expansive, inclusive understanding of human creativity.
We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package:
The Director, Accounting is responsible for the accurate and timely accounting and account reconciliation processes for the Institute, including, but not limited to, cash, investments, student accounts receivable, debt, inventories and accounts payable, as well as that of various revenue and expense accounts. Establishes, documents and monitors procedures and internal controls necessary to identify and mitigate errors and/or irregularities which compromise the integrity of the general ledger and financial systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervises the Accounting Manager and team responsible for the preparation of the majority of the Institute’s balance sheet account reconciliations and associated analyses, including but not limited to:
• Supervises the Manager, SFA Accounting, in ensuring timely and accurate accounting for federal and state student financial aid programs including Perkins, FSEOG, Pell, FWS, Direct and alternative/private loans.
• Ensures sound internal controls over accounting and account reconciliation such that reconciling items and disparities are identified, analyzed and resolved on a timely basis. Establishes procedures for the analytical review of financial reports and general ledger data.
• Identifies and implements accounting processes and best practices to gain efficiencies and maintain proper segregation of duties within areas of responsibility. Documents processes and procedures as needed.
• Responsible for keeping current with relevant technical accounting, auditing and tax law changes and implementation of necessary adjustments. Assists and advises others in development of implementation strategies.
• In partnership with the Director, Financial Reporting and Compliance, responsible for accumulating audit schedules and other data required by the Institute’s external auditors for the financial statement, retirement plan, and federal and state financial aid program audits.
• Prepares, directs or assists in the preparation of any internal financial reports or analyses required by the Officers, Vice Presidents, Board of Trustees or other operating departments, performing necessary reconciliations or analyses to ensure the accuracy of such reports.
• Performs special project assignments or other duties as directed by the Controller or the Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration. Oversees and directs consultants hired for special assignments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status or citizenship. The Institute complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Department of Human Resources at apply_help@artic.edu.
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