Bookkeeper
Job Purpose
The Bookkeeper will manage the core financial functions of The Philadelphia Project (TPP) and her sister construction nonprofit, TPP Construction Ministries (TCM). Primary tasks will be centered around bookkeeping, primarily with Quickbooks, including A/P, A/R, and reporting. However, there will be some work related fundraising and online giving systems. As with any small nonprofit, staff are expected to wear multiple different hats and help when needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Reconcile accounts
Provide regular financial reports (profit & loss, budget vs. actuals, balance sheet) to staff, the executive director, and the Board of Directors
Provide effective cash management through cash flow forecasting and historical analysis
Provide coordination and management of TPP’s & TCM’s annual financial review
Ensure all required local, state, and federal filings are made accurately and in a timely fashion
Assist with annual budget development process
Manage payroll systems and run biweekly payroll
Provide coordination for the employee benefit programs: health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement savings
Qualifications
Active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Ability to maintain a positive, teachable attitude in all things, remaining Christ-centered in life
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team
2+ years of relevant nonprofit bookkeeping experience
Proficiency with QuickBooks (Online), ADP, bill.com, DonorPerfect, Google suite, or similar software programs, strongly preferred
Strong understanding of budgeting, accounts payable, debits, credits, and general ledger accounting principles.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, participants, partners, and supporters
Familiarity with administrative functions of a nonprofit organization
A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills
how to apply
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@thephillyproject.org. Anticipated to be 10-20 hrs a week, $15-$20 per hour DOE. Some in-office hours required in Philadelphia.
About The Philadelphia Project and TPP Construction Ministries
The Philadelphia Project works to see churches across our region offering hope and service. We partner with the local church, serve our most vulnerable neighbors, and provide transformative service opportunities. TPP Construction Ministries exists to combat community deterioration by providing home repair construction services.