Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a non-profit organization in Somerville, Massachusetts on a part-time contract basis with potential for a permanent position. This role supports day-to-day financial activity and is ideal for someone who enjoys accurate transactional work in a largely digital environment. The position offers a flexible schedule of approximately 20 to 24 hours per week, with potential remote flexibility after initial training.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks to support accurate financial records and smooth accounting operations.

• Process accounts payable activities, including reviewing and entering invoices and preparing payments.

• Handle accounts receivable functions by recording incoming payments and maintaining up-to-date customer account information.

• Reconcile and track credit card activity to ensure transactions are properly documented and coded.

• Assist with routine transactional accounting work to support senior accounting staff with high-volume processing tasks.

• Maintain organized electronic financial records within a paperless workflow.

• Learn and use internal financial systems effectively, with training provided as needed.

• At least 2 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience in a detail-focused setting.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general transaction processing.
• Experience reviewing and recording credit card transactions with strong attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a technology-driven, paperless environment and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy in financial data entry.
• Ability to work independently in a part-time schedule while managing priorities effectively.
• Previous non-profit experience is preferred but not required.