Bookkeeper

We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join a nonprofit organization in Alcoa, Tennessee in a part-time, onsite capacity. This Contract to permanent opportunity is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing payroll and day-to-day accounting work while maintaining a high level of accuracy and discretion. The position partners closely with leadership and offers training from the Executive Director, making it a strong fit for someone who is detail-oriented and values structure, accountability, and mission-focused work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage bi-weekly payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.
• Review and balance employee time records before submitting payroll information for processing.
• Record payroll details in QuickBooks Desktop and maintain organized supporting documentation.
• Prepare and print checks when needed, while keeping payment records current and accurate.
• Support payroll tax-related tasks and maintain complete payroll files for reporting and compliance purposes.
• Retrieve contribution data from online donation systems such as Pushpay and enter or reconcile information within financial records.
• Assist with core bookkeeping duties, including administrative accounting support and other finance-related tasks assigned by leadership.
• Protect sensitive employee and financial information by following confidentiality standards and careful recordkeeping practices.
• At least 1 year of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Recent hands-on experience using QuickBooks Desktop in a detail-focused work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to process payroll, review timecards, and enter payroll data with precision.
• Familiarity with payroll tax support activities and related record maintenance.
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Experience handling check preparation and other routine accounting transactions.
• Strong organizational skills, close attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in an onsite environment.
• Availability to work up to 25 hours per week onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and either Wednesdays or Thursdays, with no Friday hours.