Non-Profit Bookkeeper

3 weeks ago


Durham, United States AVANT Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNon-Profit Organization Bookkeeper:
This position is supervised by the Executive Director and is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports for the organization. They provide financial support to the organization through bookkeeping, banking, reporting, preparing payroll, and financial data management. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the selected employee maintains all necessary and appropriate records, files, and processes to ensure the smooth and compliant financial operation of the organization, focusing on accuracy and transparency. The person is also responsible for specific tasks related to general administration, internal communication, facilities management, and compliance management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associates degree and at least three years of work experience in nonprofit financial management and accounting including audit, compliance, budget, and grants management.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and website applications.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and standards for nonprofit organizations.
• Capable of multi-tasking in a dynamic, fast-paced office environment (demonstrated proficiency managing multiple tasks concurrently).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including: staff, Board of Directors, and funders.
• Must possess organizational skills, ability to problem solve, attend to details, and work as part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, business administration or related field and five years of experience.

GOALS OF POSITION:
• To support the mission of the organization.
• To ensure the accounting operations of the organization including payroll processing.
• To support the Executive Director, managers and staff in achieving organizational goals with timely responses to meet reporting/auditing deadlines.
• To adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

General Ledger and Financial Reporting
• Records all month-end journal entries and prepares all reconciliations.
• Maintains fixed asset records for acquisitions, disposals and depreciation; reconciles to general ledger.
• Ensures timely completion of end of month closing process for distribution of internal financial statements to program managers, board members and funders.
• Prepares funder invoices after approval of internal financial statements.
• Follows up with funders regarding outstanding AR balances over 30 days.
• Provides AR aging summary reports to ED and finance committee.

General Accounting
• Payables and Expenses: Prepares checks and records expenditures by budget category; calculates and records allocations for shared expenses; keeps journal entries and maintains the integrity of the general ledger.
• Manages accounts receivable.
• Banking: Monitors cash flow and reconciles bank accounts monthly.
• Interfaces with third-party payroll service.
• Ensures that transactions are appropriately classified among projects, programs, grants as well as other restriction considerations.
• Remains informed on accounting best practices, standards, and legal requirements.

Budgeting
• Budget Development and Reporting: Participates in annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the Executive Director and Management Team; prepares budget documents.

Grant Budgets and Reporting
• Works with staff on preparing project and grant proposal budgets from initial proposal through contract finalization.
• Prepares and submits required reports to funding sources; reviews and analyzes budget reports; and prepares and develops budget modifications and recommendations.
• Creates tools and assists managers in tracking spending by program and funder.

Audit Preparation
• Maintains, compiles, and collates all fiscal, budgetary, and monetary data relevant to annual agency audit and programmatic/funder audits.

Sales Tax Returns
• Prepares semi-annual sales tax return for refund.

General Administration
• Collection and distribution of incoming daily mail.
• Maintenance of office supply inventory and supply orders.
• Preparation and delivery of deposits of incoming funds.
• Ensures facility compliance with legal safety requirements, responding to facility inspections by the Fire Department, maintain sprinkler heads, safety lights, and fire extinguishers.
• Maintains relationships with all general agency vendors/suppliers (janitorial, security, utilities, phones, insurance, benefits) and shop for new services/reviews new proposals when needed.
• Takes minutes at staff meetings and maintaining a folder of minutes.

Compliance
• Maintains files of all legal documents and non-grant contracts.

Human Resources
• Maintains personnel files, ensuring information is current and in compliances with internal policies and legal requirements

Teamwork
• Supervises work of finance staff, volunteers, and vendors;
• Develops and maintains a strong understanding of the work of each program and functional area and their role within the organization, collaborating with team members as appropriate to achieve goals;
• Participates in regular supervision meetings and check-ins with the Executive Director;
• Provides leadership through participation as an active member of the agency’s Management Team;
• Participates as an active team member in staff meetings, team meetings, and other internal collaboration opportunities.

Perform other duties as assigned.
This position provides a competitive salary ($55,000.00 to $70,000.00 depending on experience) and a comprehensive benefit package that incudes employer paid insurances, paid-time-off, 401k, educational development opportunities, and more.
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