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  • Personal Assistant (PA)
    Personal Assistant (PA)
    7 days ago
    $2000–$2500 monthly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Company: Remote and part-time personal assistant position in Mr. Houle's Fintech Industry. Location: Remote (USA). Type of employment: Part-Time, Independent Contractor. Hours: 10-15 hours a week (Flexible Schedule) Salary: 20,000-30,000 annually (Pro-rated in terms of experience and number of hours) Do you consider yourself to be an organized and tech-savvy employee who is interested in working remotely but wants flexibility? We are currently recruiting a capable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to offer advanced administrative services to a hectic executive in the fast-paced fintech sector. It is a tremendous bonus to an individual who works better in an isolated setting and wants to supplement their existing job, education, or lifestyle with a part-time job. We want to hear from you if you are a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, and have a way to organize things. About the Role: In this position, you will be the right hand of Mr. Houle, and you will be running some of his daily activities comfortably from the comfort of your home. Your major duties will involve: Email Management: Surveillance, categorization, and handling of inboxes, drafting email and sending them to customers and business associates. Administrative Assistance: Light administrative support in the form of schedule making, information input, and document preparation. Financial Liaison: Following and auditing small bookkeeping activities to facilitate financial activities in the fintech sector. Task Coordination: Assisting with the coordination of projects within a rapid context and meeting deadlines. What We're Looking For: The candidate to hire is expected to be dependable, self-reliant, and willing to learn. These are the things you need to have: Good Organizational Skills: The capability to handle time and multitask without a hitch. Technical Skills: Feels at ease with online tools, such as Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of project management software or fintech platforms is an added advantage. Good English: Good written and spoken English skills to be able to communicate with clients and other staff professionally. Proactive Attitude: This is the capacity to look ahead, be self-scheduled and perform tasks without much oversight. Experience: The right candidate does not have to have prior experience in administrative, bookkeeping, or executive support but it will be an advantage. Why Join Mr. Houle's Team? Work Anywhere: This is a completely remote role and has a flexible working schedule that is customized to fit your life. Attractive Salary: Make between 20,000 to 30,000 a year, compensated in part-time. Career Insight: Acquire valuable experience and knowledge of the industry of accounting and finance technology (fintech). Urgent Position: This job is urgently required, and hence, the time of commencement is instant in the case of a successful candidate. Ready to Apply? We would be interested in hearing from you if you are a responsible and self-driven person and want to get a part-time job with flexible hours that would suit your lifestyle. Please include a resume and a brief cover letter as to why you are the best candidate to fill this position. Your response will be appreciated.

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  • Senior Director of Brand & Marketing
    Senior Director of Brand & Marketing
    10 days ago
    $156000–$195000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Uncommon Schools is seeking a Senior Director of Brand & Marketing to lead the organization’s brand and marketing strategy and ensure its mission and impact are powerfully represented across all audiences. This role will harness the power of Uncommon’s brand as a national leader in education, deploying best-in-class marketing across owned and paid channels to elevate awareness, engagement, and loyalty. Reporting to the Chief External Officer, you will serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Team and lead both internal and external partners, including creative and media agencies, to deliver on ambitious growth and brand goals. You will ensure Uncommon’s brand is executed with excellence today while building a flexible, forward-looking strategy that supports the organization’s next chapter of growth. Responsibilities Elevate the Uncommon Brand • Harness the power of Uncommon Schools’ brand as a leader and innovator in public education by deploying best-in-class marketing through owned and paid channels., • Lead the development and implementation of a cohesive, organization-wide brand strategy informed by market trends, customer behavior, and competitive dynamics., • Ensure brand cohesion through a strategic framework that supports both immediate marketing priorities and longer-term growth., • Oversee marketing strategy and execution for major organizational growth initiatives, meeting clear targets and timelines., • Build a multi-channel, performance-driven marketing approach that advances brand health, enrollment growth, and donor engagement., • Use data and analytics to understand audience insights, drivers of choice, and the effectiveness of marketing activities, providing regular updates on brand performance to senior leadership., • Lead, mentor, and develop the Marketing team to deliver results aligned to Uncommon’s mission and strategic priorities., • Model a client-focused mindset, emphasizing collaboration, accountability, and results., • Communicate marketing plans and performance metrics transparently, providing regular updates on ROI and impact to leadership and stakeholders., • Apply strategic insight and creativity to develop integrated campaigns that reflect Uncommon’s values and advance awareness and engagement., • Drive innovation by testing new channels, creative formats, and marketing technologies to expand reach and efficiency., • Leverage marketing automation, CRM, SEO/SEM, and emerging and AI tools to optimize campaign performance and audience connection.

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    2 months ago
    $65000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Newport, Jersey City

    About the Concept We are a waterfront restaurant in Jersey City entering an exciting new chapter as a modern, Thai-inspired pan-Asian kitchen & bar. The concept blends bold Southeast Asian flavors, elevated casual dining, a cocktail-forward bar program, and a strong focus on year-round operations, takeout & delivery, and disciplined service standards. We are seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to help lead day-to-day operations, maintain structure across teams, and support inventory and vendor management across both FOH and BOH. Position Summary The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations and front-of-house execution while partnering closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure consistency across service, labor, inventory, and the overall guest experience. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented operator who is comfortable managing inventory and vendor relationships, driving cost control, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, Asian or Asian-inspired restaurant environment. This is not a passive management role — the ideal candidate thrives in building systems, coaching teams, and driving results. Key Responsibilities Operations & Leadership • Oversee daily restaurant operations, with primary ownership of front-of-house execution, • Lead by example on the floor during service, ensuring pacing, quality, and hospitality standards, • Ensure proper opening and closing procedures are followed; personally open/close shifts as needed, • Partner closely with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain food and beverage consistency Inventory, Ordering & Vendor Management • Track and manage bar inventory levels, including spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, • Monitor usage, par levels, and ordering cadence to minimize waste and stockouts, • Support BOH leadership with kitchen inventory and ordering, as needed, • Manage and maintain relationships with multiple vendors (food, beverage, beverage distributors, supplies), • Coordinate deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely replenishment of stock, • Assist with cost control and inventory accuracy Team Management & Training • Hire, train, and develop FOH staff including servers, bartenders, runners, and hosts, • Enforce service standards, appearance guidelines, and operating procedures, • Conduct ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action when necessary, • Build clear training systems for menu knowledge, service flow, and guest interaction Labor, Scheduling & Performance • Create and manage schedules aligned with sales volume and labor targets, • Monitor labor cost, sales per labor hour, and staffing efficiency, • Ensure staff performance aligns with expectations and business needs Guest Experience • Handle guest concerns and service recovery professionally and efficiently, • Maintain a consistent, elevated guest experience during all service periods, • Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities for improvement Financial & Administrative Oversight • Support inventory management and cost-control initiatives, • Review sales performance, labor metrics, and operational reports, • Utilize POS and restaurant management systems (Toast experience preferred) Qualifications • Minimum 4+ years of restaurant management experience in full-service dining, • Experience in Asian or Asian-inspired concepts strongly preferred, • Proven ability to manage high-volume service environments, • Ability to create and implement SOPs for FOH staff to follow and execute, • Strong understanding of FOH systems, labor management, and service standards, • Comfortable enforcing accountability and performance expectations, • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, • Proficiency with POS systems (Toast a plus), • Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays What We Offer • Leadership role in a growing, evolving concept, • Opportunity to shape systems, standards, and culture, • Year-round operation with strong bar and dinner traffic, • Competitive compensation + performance bonus based on experience, • Growth potential as the concept continues to evolve If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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  • Financial Controller
    Financial Controller
    2 months ago
    $75000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Mid Island, Staten Island

    CONTROLLER Full-Time, Staten Island, New York WHO WE ARE Snug Harbor is an expansive culture park on Staten Island where arts, nature, education, and history converge to offer dynamic programming, events, and festivals to our diverse community. Located less than 1.5 miles from the Staten Island Ferry and easily accessible by public transportation, Snug Harbor welcomes nearly 500,000 visitors each year. Visitors can explore multiple museums, performances, festivals, a farm, and 83 acres of gardens, parkland, woodland, and wetlands. Founded in 1976 as a nonprofit organization, Snug Harbor is one of the largest adaptive reuse projects in America, transforming a 19th-century charitable rest home for sailors into a vibrant hub of contemporary culture and community connection. Today, Snug Harbor’s mission is dedicated to creating a vibrant culture park in Staten Island offering arts, nature, history, education and events for all. THE POSITION The Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting for Snug Harbor. This role manages two key team members: • Accounting & Purchasing Specialist – responsible for payables, procurement, and basic bookkeeping tasks., • Accounting & Revenue Systems Specialist – responsible for revenue-related accounting and managing revenue systems such as ticketing platforms, CRMs, and space rental SaaS systems. The Controller will maintain strong internal controls, ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and support strategic financial initiatives. The Controller serves as a member of the Snug Harbor Senior Staff, attends Senior Staff meetings, and participates in collaborative strategic initiative work as assigned. The Controller may serve as a project manager on strategic initiatives as required. The Controller reports to the Chief Financial Officer. RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Oversight • Manage daily accounting operations through general ledger, including month-end close procedures and reconciliations., • Review biweekly payroll and related journal entries., • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. Team Leadership • Train, supervise and mentor the Accounting Specialists., • Delegate effectively and ensure timely completion of tasks. Accounts Payable & Procurement • Oversee processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports., • Ensure adherence to procurement policies and approval workflows., • Track payables and maintain schedules of uncleared transactions., • Supervise quarterly sales tax filings and related issues. Revenue & Systems Management • Oversee timely revenue recognition and reconciliation for ticketing, space rentals, and other earned income streams., • Ensure accuracy and integrity of data in ticketing systems, CRMs, and rental management platforms., • Maintain receivables tracking and follow-up procedures. Cash Management / Banking • Work with CFO to ensure cash flow to support operations and lead strategic initiatives as required., • Monitor bank account activity and report any unknown transactions or unexpected activity to the CFO., • Track bank balances against outstanding payables and incoming funds., • Review monthly bank reconciliations and ensure that unreconciled transactions are addressed., • Review bi-weekly check run before it’s presented to the CFO and President for approval., • Provide supervisory communication with the bank as necessary and coordinate administrative functions related to bank accounts, such as signature cards. Financial Reporting • Prepare quarterly reports for review by department heads, meet to discuss variances and ensure that adjustments are made within the close period., • Assist CFO with grants tracking and oversee payment substantiation for grant reporting by Accounting & Purchasing Specialist as requested., • Support CFO or President with budgets, forecasts, Board reporting and audit preparation as assigned. Internal Controls & Compliance • Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard organizational assets., • Ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements and restricted fund tracking. Risk Management • Oversee the corporate insurance renewal process, analyze existing policies with outside broker, and recommend changes to enhance coverage and reduce costs., • Lead negotiations with insurance carriers and brokers to secure optimal coverage terms and pricing for the organization., • Manage the claims process and ensure timely and fair claim resolution. Process Improvement • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and optimize system integrations. QUALIFCATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)., • Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities., • Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred., • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) and familiarity with ticketing/CRM systems., • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. SALARY AND BENEFITS Annual salary is commensurate with experience, at a range of $75,000.00 to $85,000.00. Snug Harbor offers a generous vacation/holiday schedule and participation in the Cultural Institutions Retirement System pension plan. TO APPLY Qualified candidates should complete the employee application form Snug Harbor celebrates and commits to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We value and seek the strengths of human variety across communities, in programming, with staff, the Board of Directors, volunteers, artists and visitors. Snug Harbor strives to build a culture of diversity of voice and representation, authentically inclusive spaces and equity for all. Snug Harbor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

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