Josh Lowenthal
Management & Administrative Professional
Personal Statement
Detail-oriented Management & Administrative Professional, Post-Grad Student, and AAT Level 2 Accounting candidate with over 25 years of experience overseeing payroll, HR, and theater management and hospitality. Works well alone and also in collaborative spaces. Seeking to explore new industries while pursuing an MSc in Sustainable Cities.
Education & Qualifications
MSc, Sustainable Cities – Birkbeck, University of London, UK – 2026 - 2027 (current)
AAT Level 2 Accounting Certification – Training Link, UK – 2025 - 2027 (current)
BFA, Theater Production & Performance – Hofstra University, USA – 1996 - 2000
Key Skills
Day to day operations and management of theatrical productions/special events both On & Off Broadway
End-to-End Payroll Processing: Managed weekly payroll for 60+ employees across diverse union contracts
Expert knowledge of complex Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and labor laws; ensuring accurate tax withholdings and benefits contributions
Maintaining strict oversight of petty cash disbursements and reconciliations to ensure adherence to organizational financial policies
20+ years of experience in nightly cash/credit settlements; reconciling high-volume ticket sales and commissions
Directing high-volume public-facing operations for venues seating up to 1,000 guests, ensuring premium service while maintaining strict adherence to company and safety protocols
Work Experience
Theater Manager (Company & House)
Lincoln Center Theater
November 2001 - July 2006 / February 2009 - Present
Managed 80+ productions and special events in multiple venues over several seasons - 3-6 productions per season
Managed end-to-end payroll processing for up to 60 personnel per production, ensuring adherence to complex union labor laws and tax regulations
Co-led a strategic migration of payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and continuity during the implementation phase
Modernized financial reporting by digitizing office forms, reducing processing time and enhancing audit trails for the finance department
Coordinated complex domestic and international travel logistics, overseeing expense reconciliation and ensuring compliance with company travel policies
Administered attendee data and financial tracking for large-scale events, collaborating with the marketing and development departments to ensure accurate reconciliation of guest lists against donor records
Executive Coordinator, The Ride NY
Blue Man Productions
March 2008 - December 2008
Managed sensitive financial documentation and digital archives, ensuring data integrity and ease of retrieval
Produced formal records of management meetings, tracking action items and financial deliverables to facilitate clear communication between creative and executive departments
Managed complex multi-departmental schedules, aligning production timelines with budgetary cycles and resource availability
Managed full-cycle personnel administration, from initial onboarding to payroll integration, ensuring adherence to organizational policies
Administrative Assistant
American Express, Inc.
April 2007 - March 2008
Conducted reconciliation and auditing of corporate credit card expenses for senior executives, ensuring alignment with corporate financial policies
General admin support for multiple VPs, Directors, & Managers
Responsible for all travel and hotel arrangements, both domestic and international for various staff members
Company Manager, Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well...
RCI Theatricals, Inc.
September 2006 - March 2007
Executed nightly financial settlements, reconciling complex revenue streams including ticket sales, commissions, and merchandise income to ensure 100% accuracy in banking deposits
Lead liaison for all on-site operations and resource allocation for multi-departmental teams
Additional Training & Certifications
Board Certified Union Company & Theater Manager - ATPAM / IATSE Local 18032
Diversity Training - Harriet Tubman Institute - September 2020
Management Training - Advisory Board for the Arts - January 2025
Covid Compliance Officer Training - Health Education Services - August 2021
FDNY Certified - Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel (F03)
CPR Training
References available upon request.