Part Time Bookkeeper

About the Role

Beacon Hill is partnering with a well-established nonprofit organization in the Central New Jersey area to hire a Part-Time Bookkeeper. This is a flexible, contract-to-hire opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a variety of responsibilities and wants to contribute to an organization with a strong local presence and mission-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger records
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close activities
• Support payroll processing and related reporting
• Post and track incoming revenue and donations
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Assist with audit preparation and supporting schedules
• Support grant file management and administrative tracking
• Collaborate with internal staff and external vendors
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting software systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Nonprofit experience is a plus, but not required

Schedule

• Approximately 20 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Open to a variety of arrangements, including partial days, full days, or a customized schedule

Pay

$27-$30/hour

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Flexible hours that can fit around your schedule
• Stable contract-to-hire position
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced finance leadership
• Diverse accounting responsibilities with meaningful impact
• Strong organizational culture focused on serving the local community