Nonprofit Full Charge Bookkeeper Church

Job Description

Job Description

Non-profit Full Charge Bookkeeper (Church)

Status: Full-time employee

Relevant

Work Experience:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping for non‑profit organizations.

Education Level
:
Associate degree in accounting a must.

Compensation: Salary commensurate with knowledge, experience, and job duties.

Benefits: 100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance with sick and vacation time,

Job Description:

Bookkeeper (Nonprofit Organization)

The Bookkeeper ensures the financial integrity of our nonprofit by managing day‑to‑day accounting operations, maintaining accurate records, this role requires meticulous attention to detail, proficiency in nonprofit accounting standards.

• Record all financial transactions (donations, grants, expenses, payroll) in Shelby.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations monthly.
• Process accounts payable (A/P) payments and donor contributions.

• Generate monthly financial statements (Statement of Financial Position, Activities, Cash Flows).
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for all financial documents (7‑year retention).

• Enter approved budgets into accounting system and monitor actual vs. budget variances.
• Provide program directors with real‑time budget reports.

• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and bookkeep during annual audit.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Education:
  
  Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience in a nonprofit.
• Hands‑on experience with Shelby is helpful and fund accounting.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, budgeting templates).
• Familiarity with payroll systems and 1099/W-2 requirements.

• Nonprofit Passion:
  Understands mission‑driven financial management and the importance of transparency.
• Accuracy & Ethics:
  Uncompromising integrity in handling donor funds and confidential data.
• Communication:
  Explains financial concepts clearly to non‑finance staff and board members.
• Adaptability:
  Thrives in a small‑team environment with evolving priorities.

Christ Church is a diverse, inclusive United Methodist community on mission to experience and reflect the love, hope and joy of Jesus Christ to each other and our community. To do this, we place a priority on gratitude, people first and spiritual growth.