Bookkeeper

Description

We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join a nonprofit organization in Alcoa, Tennessee in a part-time, onsite capacity. This Contract to permanent opportunity is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing payroll and day-to-day accounting work while maintaining a high level of accuracy and discretion. The position partners closely with leadership and offers training from the Executive Director, making it a strong fit for someone who is detail-oriented and values structure, accountability, and mission-focused work.

Responsibilities:

- Manage bi-weekly payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.

- Review and balance employee time records before submitting payroll information for processing.

- Record payroll details in Quick Books Desktop and maintain organized supporting documentation.

- Prepare and print checks when needed, while keeping payment records current and accurate.

- Support payroll tax-related tasks and maintain complete payroll files for reporting and compliance purposes.

- Retrieve contribution data from online donation systems such as Pushpay and enter or reconcile information within financial records.

- Assist with core bookkeeping duties, including administrative accounting support and other finance-related tasks assigned by leadership.

- Protect sensitive employee and financial information by following confidentiality standards and careful recordkeeping practices.

Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, or a closely related accounting support role.

- Recent hands-on experience using Quick Books Desktop in a detail-focused work environment.

- Demonstrated ability to process payroll, review timecards, and enter payroll data with precision.

- Familiarity with payroll tax support activities and related record maintenance.

- Working knowledge of bookkeeping functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.

- Experience handling check preparation and other routine accounting transactions.

- Strong organizational skills, close attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in an onsite environment.

- Availability to work up to 25 hours per week onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and either Wednesdays or Thursdays, with no Friday hours.

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