Bookkeeper

About the Opportunity

A mission-driven organization in the Greater Philadelphia area is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records supporting reporting processes and ensuring smooth day-to-day accounting operations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work and wants to contribute to a purpose-driven organization making an impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Record-keeping

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records
  
• Record daily financial transactions including income and expenses
  
• Perform regular reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts
  

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process invoices and ensure timely accurate payments
  
• Manage invoicing and track incoming payments
  
• Follow up on outstanding balances as needed
  

Reporting & Budget Support

• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports (income statements balance sheets)
  
• Track expenses to support budgeting and forecasting efforts
  
• Support audit preparation and year-end reporting processes
  

Data Entry & Documentation

• Accurately enter financial data into accounting systems
  
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
  

Compliance & Process Support

• Ensure adherence to internal policies and financial regulations
  
• Assist with documentation for audits grants and reporting requirements
  

Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams to support financial operations
  
• Assist with ad hoc finance projects and administrative tasks as needed
  

Why This Role

• Opportunity to make an impact in a mission-driven environment
  
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
  
• Exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance functions
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Accounting Finance or related field
  
• 23 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Experience with accounting software and financial systems
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  

Nice to Have:

• Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
  
• Exposure to audits grants or fund accounting
  

What Theyre Looking For

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
  
• Proactive with a strong sense of ownership
  
• Team player with strong communication skills
  
• Comfortable in a fast-paced collaborative environment