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Bookkeeper / Finance Officer
Small nonprofit is looking for a Bookkeeper/Finance Officer to oversee the financial health of our agency by administering accounting operations to meet legal requirements. You should be familiar with audits, invoices, and budget preparations, particularly with non-profits. Our ideal candidate demonstrates excellent skills in Excel and shows interest in managing non-profit accounting activities, budget preparation and management, accounts payable and accounts receivable, and requests for reimbursements. You should have excellent organizational skills and be able to handle time-sensitive tasks.
Must have a valid Alabama driver's license and be able to lift up to 20lbs.
Responsibilities
- Keep accurate records for all daily transactions
- Prepares and submits payroll and requests for funds
- Prepare grant budgets and revisions
- Process invoices
- Record accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Update internal systems with financial data
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
- Participate in financial audits
- Track bank deposits and payments
- Assist with budget preparation
- Review and implement financial policies
- Assist with agency fundraising activities
Skills
- Proven work experience as a Finance Officer or similar role (with non-profits preferred)
- Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
- Experience using financial software, QuickBooks in particular
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Knowledge of financial regulations
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills
- Sharp time management skills
- Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data
- BSc degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics desired
- Experience and college may be considered
Full-time position - 40 hours per week
- Dental Insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Applications should be made by email with a Resume and a cover letter to: ed3@thelighthouseabeacon.org
