Accounting Bookkeeper

Accounting Bookkeeper Description

Overview: The Accounting Bookkeeper is responsible for accurately maintaining daily financial records, including recording income and expenses, processing reimbursements, and reconciling banking and credit card statements.

Key tasks include managing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with payroll processing, assisting with budgeting and financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit financial regulations, standards, and organization policies. This role supports the organization's financial health and involves preparing for audits and managing funds according to donor restrictions and grant requirements.

Key Responsibilities

● Financial Data Management: Record, organize, and track all financial transactions, including donations, grants, operational expenses, and other revenue.

● Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process reimbursements, record bill payments, and record any incoming receivables.

● Bank Reconciliation: Compare bank statements with internal records to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.

● Payroll Processing: Participate in the processing of payroll and attend Personnel Finance Committee meetings.

● Budgeting & Financial Reporting: Assist with creating and monitoring budgets, tracking spending against the budget, and providing information as requested by department leaders.

● Grants Management: Help Department leaders track grant spending, monitor fund balances, and ensure proper expense allocation in compliance with grant terms. Support grant application writing by supplying the requested information to writers.

● Compliance & Internal Controls: Maintain internal controls to prevent fraud, ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and adhere to nonprofit financial regulations and organizational policies.

● Audit & Tax Support: Prepare financial records for internal or external audits and assist with tax filings, such as FBAR. Skills and Qualifications

● Proficiency in using Excel and accounting software, such as QuickBooks, GP, or similar.

● Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, including debits, credits, and general ledger maintenance.

● Experience with preparing financial statements and reports.

● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate records.

● Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and regulations preferred.

● Good communication skills to collaborate with leadership, finance staff, other departments, and external accountants.

Spiritual Maturity and Personal Character - The Accounting Bookkeeper must have an active and growing relationship with Jesus Christ that includes a faithful, personal walk with The Lord, membership and involvement in a local evangelical church, and a commitment to handling all their personal and professional relationships in a Biblical and Godly manner. The Accounting Bookkeeper should embrace the vision, mission, and core values of South America Mission.

To apply Please send your resume to resumes@southamericamission.org with the subject line “Applying for the Accounting Bookkeeper position.”