Bookkeeper, Finance Department

Asian Americans Advancing Ju•Norcross, GA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta seeks a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to provide accounting and financial administrative support to its Finance Department. The role supports day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, cash flow tracking, account reconciliations, financial recordkeeping, and payroll support. The Bookkeeper works with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to process transactions promptly, maintain accurate records, and support the efficient operation of the department while following financial policies and procedures and maintaining confidentiality. The organization’s Finance Department manages overall finances and supports other departments through vendor payments, cash-flow and expenditure tracking, investment management, financial planning, and analysis of business trends. The organization advances justice and builds power within Asian American, Pacific Islander, Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, South Asian, and immigrant communities across Georgia and the Southeast. This is a hybrid position requiring the candidate to be local to the Metro Atlanta area and travel to the organization’s office as necessary. The candidate must have reliable transportation. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The starting salary is $60,000–$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and based on internal equity.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of relevant accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experience.
Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
Prior accounting or financial administrative experience within a nonprofit organization.
Working knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate financial records.
Ability to prioritize assignments, manage deadlines, and work independently.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and organizational information.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Must be local to the Metro Atlanta area and have access to reliable transportation.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable transactions and coordinate timely vendor payments.
Review invoices for accuracy, supporting documentation, and required approvals before processing payments.
Obtain and maintain vendor W-9 forms, payment information, and supporting documentation.
Track outstanding invoices and payment obligations.
Process and maintain records of employee reimbursements.
Investigate and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.
Support accounts receivable activities, including recording and tracking incoming payments.
Monitor and maintain cash-flow records and assist with tracking balances.
Record donations and other financial transactions.
Enter and maintain accurate financial data in QuickBooks.
Prepare and post journal entries and update financial records as directed.
Verify, record, and reconcile organizational credit card transactions.
Investigate questionable transactions, discrepancies, and incomplete financial data, and recommend corrective actions.
Keep financial records organized, accurate, and supported by appropriate documentation.
Review and enter timesheets into TriNet.
Provide backup for designated payroll processing responsibilities as needed.
Help verify payroll-related information and resolve discrepancies.
Compile financial data and prepare routine and ad hoc reports as requested by the CFO.
Maintain organized electronic accounting records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
Provide general accounting and administrative assistance for daily Finance Department operations.
Communicate financial discrepancies, outstanding items, and potential concerns to the CFO in a timely manner.
Assist with additional finance-related projects and assignments as directed by the CFO.