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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.
$44,943 / year median in Tennessee
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to support a mission-driven nonprofit in Knoxville, Tennessee. This part-time opportunity is a contract position with the potential to become permanent, offering 15-20 hours per week, scheduled three or four days a week -Monday through Thursday. Organization is closed on Fridays. The person in this role will help keep financial operations accurate, organized.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily bookkeeping activity by entering and maintaining accurate financial records for routine transactions.
- Reconcile banking and accounting information regularly to ensure balances are correct and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
- Administer donation tracking and electronic giving records, making sure contributions are properly documented and posted.
- Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, and event-based staff using payroll software with a high level of accuracy.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including recording incoming funds and preparing payments as needed.
- Produce monthly financial reports and maintain organized records for review by internal leadership and external stakeholders.
- Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks, including serving as backup support for weekly bulletin preparation when necessary. Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, or financial administration.
- Working knowledge of accounting systems and the ability to learn and use cloud-based financial software effectively.
- Experience with payroll processing platforms such as Inovah or a comparable system is preferred.
- Strong background in account reconciliation, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive financial information confidentially.
- Solid organizational, time-management, and data entry skills with the ability to work independently in a part-time schedule.
- Prior experience supporting nonprofit accounting operations is an advantage.
For immediate consideration please contact:
Kelly Fellows 865-370-2219. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance