Bookkeeper – Nonprofit Accounting Associate

Overview

This full-time remote position offers a salary range of $45,000 to $51,000. The role focuses on bookkeeping and student billing for independent schools within a nonprofit team.

Responsibilities

• Manage student billing processes, dedicating approximately 60% of time to this area, including direct interaction with parents.
• Record and classify financial account activity, including tracking grants.
• Support reconciliations, reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.
• Maintain accurate documentation and notes within accounting systems and client records.
• Continuously develop expertise in new accounting platforms and software.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of accounting and/or bookkeeping experience, preferably with independent schools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple sets of books simultaneously.
• Proactive and resourceful with a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative team approach.
• Availability to work hours overlapping with 8 AM to 5 PM EST or CST.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a team-based environment.
• Commitment to helping schools succeed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary between $45,000 and $51,000.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Five weeks of paid time off plus holidays.
• Full benefits package including 401(k) match.
• Supportive, collaborative, and low-ego team environment.
• Opportunity to provide advisory services with real client impact.
• Technology-forward work approach.

Location

Remote position with preferred working hours overlapping Eastern or Central Standard Time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.