Bookkeeper

Nourishing Hope•Chicago, IL

7d•$24 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bookkeeper will help perform Nourishing Hope’s day-to-day financial needs. In supporting the growing organization, the Bookkeeper will have an astute attention to detail, be prepared to adhere to strict deadlines, and will help out the larger Operations department as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.
Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time management skills; proven ability to meet deadlines.
Eagerness to learn, master, and improve processes and reporting.
Manual dexterity to use computer, mouse, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
Primarily sedentary work.
Close visual acuity (with correction) to read needed work documents & computer monitor.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of nonprofit accounting.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Sage Intacct.
Experience with BambooHR.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain accurate financial records - Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded, categorized, and reconciled in a timely manner, maintaining consistency, organization, and adherence to accounting standards.
Enter accounts payable transactions - Accurately record and process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and alignment with organizational policies and funding requirements.
Enter accounts receivable transactions - Record incoming payments and receivables, ensuring accurate classification, timely posting, and alignment with donor intent, program funding, and organizational records.
Enter food donation transactions - Track and record the value and details of in-kind food donations, ensuring accurate valuation, proper documentation, and compliance with nonprofit reporting standards.
Run biweekly payroll - Process and manage biweekly payroll in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring proper documentation, compliance with applicable regulations, and alignment with organizational policies.