Bookkeeper; Part-Time

Position: Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
Description

Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a private nonprofit school in Portland, Oregon on a Contract basis. This part-time opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing day-to-day accounting activity, payroll coordination, and financial recordkeeping in a school environment. The role requires onsite availability three days per week for eight-hour shifts with a flexible start time. Candidates who bring hands-on experience with Quick Books Online, Paychex, and core bookkeeping functions will be well positioned for success.

Responsibilities:

- Review employee time records, process payroll through Paychex, and keep payroll documentation current and organized.

- Manage accounts payable activities by preparing payments, entering transactions, and resolving adjustments to maintain accurate vendor records.

- Handle incoming funds by recording receivables, preparing deposits, and posting transactions in Quick Books Online for school programs, grants, and donations.

- Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, gift cards, and credit card activity to support accurate month-end balances.

- Maintain employee demographic, compensation, and benefits data across payroll and HR-related systems, ensuring updates are entered promptly.

- Oversee petty cash replenishment and tracking so funds remain balanced and properly documented.

- Support responses to unemployment, disability, and related claims by gathering records and maintaining accessible files.

- Partner with finance and operations staff to improve vendor and billing system data, update finance forms, and document accounting procedures as needed.

- Provide backup support for the Finance Director and assist with financial reporting or analysis when priorities require additional coverage.

Requirements

- At least 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a nonprofit, education, or similarly mission-driven organization.

- Practical experience with Quick Books Online and Paychex in a hands-on accounting or payroll capacity.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and account reconciliations.

- Ability to maintain accurate financial records while handling confidential employee and organizational information.

- Strong attention to detail and dependable data entry skills with a high level of accuracy.

- Available to work onsite 3 days each week for eight-hour shifts.

- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with finance, operations, and administrative teams.

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