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Robert Half
Bookkeeper
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What they do
A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$53,986 / year median in California
-17% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to provide part-time financial support for a nonprofit church organization in Capitola, California. This contract opportunity offers an initial schedule of 15 hours per week, typically 5 hours per day from Tuesday through Thursday. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, manage routine accounting activities, and support continuity through a brief knowledge-transfer period.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the organization's financial records by entering checks, donations, and other daily transactions with accuracy.
- Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure balances, deposits, and payments are properly documented.
- Process accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices and preparing timely payments.
- Record charitable contributions and other receipts in the bookkeeping system while keeping supporting documentation organized.
- Assist with a short cross-training period to ensure a smooth handoff of recurring bookkeeping duties.
- Monitor financial entries for completeness and follow up on discrepancies when needed.
- Support part-time accounting operations on a Tuesday through Thursday schedule, averaging 15 hours each week.