Bookkeeper

About the job

Location: Remote (anywhere in the U.S.)

Job Summary:

Opal’s Heart, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting unhoused individuals in the Metropolitan D.C. area, is seeking a meticulous and reliable Bookkeeper. The Bookkeeper will manage the organization’s financial records, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance. This role is crucial to maintaining the fiscal health of our mission-driven organization and will directly support our work in providing essential care to those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledgers, receipts, and expense tracking.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and donations are recorded.
• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor financial transactions for consistency and accuracy.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership and the board of directors.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the annual budget.
• Collaborate with external accountants for audits and tax filings, ensuring compliance with non-profit regulations.
• Record and report on grant funding, donations, and restricted funds, ensuring proper allocation and use.
• Support payroll processing for volunteers or staff, if applicable.
• Monitor and track in-kind donations and ensure they are recorded appropriately.
• Assist with financial policies, procedures, and compliance with federal and state non-profit regulations.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, preferably in a non-profit organization.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Nonprofit) and MS Excel.
• Familiarity with financial reporting requirements for 501(c)3 organizations.
• Knowledge of grant management and restricted funds accounting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Certification in bookkeeping, accounting, or related fields is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with non-profit organizations or volunteer-based groups.
• Knowledge of fundraising software or donor management systems (e.g., DonorPerfect, Bloomerang).

Commitment:

This is a part-time position (10–15 hours per week) with flexible scheduling. This role is fully remote, with occasional in-person meetings required in Prince George’s County, MD.