Full Charge Bookkeeper

We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support the financial operations of a nonprofit organization. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, overseeing grant-related financial activity, and delivering timely reporting that helps leadership make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping expertise, experience with restricted funding, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Manage general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, budget-to-actual reports, cash-flow forecasts, and management reports.
• Track grants, restricted funds, programs, and funding sources using appropriate accounting systems.
• Develop and maintain cost-allocation methods for personnel, facilities, and shared administrative expenses.
• Review grant expenditures for allowability, budget compliance, proper allocation, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare grant budgets, financial reports, reimbursement requests, and required supporting schedules.
• Monitor grant balances, cash requirements, funding restrictions, and reporting deadlines.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable grant regulations and organizational policies.
• Coordinate payroll accounting, vendor documentation, and personnel-cost allocations.
• Maintain audit-ready records and assist with financial audits, grant monitoring, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with leadership, program staff, auditors, and funding partners on financial planning and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, with added value given to work involving grants or restricted funds.
• Hands-on experience with full charge bookkeeping, including reconciliations, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll support.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and strong spreadsheet skills, including the ability to analyze data and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Working knowledge of grant accounting, budget oversight, cost allocation, and internal control practices.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and funding requirements while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills in an office environment that requires attention to detail.