Bookkeeper/Office Assistant-Part Time

South Royalton Rescue Squad is looking for a part-time bookkeeper/office assistant, approximately 5 hours per week. Knowledge of Quickbooks and Excel is a must. This position is for part-time work encompassing bookkeeping, filing of bookkeeping/payroll records, general clerical support, and minimal customer service. Duties Works independently and with the Administrator and AB to do the following: Maintains records according to generally accepted accounting principles including the recording of general journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and reconciliation of bank statements using Quickbooks. Keeps payroll records up to date. Completes daily bank deposits and monthly reconciliation. Maintains and purges bookkeeping/payroll files when required by law. Provides assistance with other miscellaneous reports (for example, lists or compilations of membership, runs to date analysis, etc., using Excel or other reporting software). Provides general clerical support, as necessary, including typing, copying, faxing, emailing, document preparation, mailing, and filing. Takes minutes of meetings and posts agendas, per Vermont Open Meeting Law. Works independently and with the Advisory Board to do the following: Prepares budgetary reports and distributes to the Advisory Board, including a month-end closing, year-end closing, and audit preparation using Excel or other reporting software. Prepares other financial reports as requested by the Administrator and/or the Advisory Board. Prepares for and presents at monthly Advisory Board meetings, when necessary. Works with professionals and volunteers for the welfare and growth of the South Royalton Rescue Squad and the communities it serves. Provides support for grant writing and management. Post updates to South Royalton Rescue's webpage and social media. Maintains professional standards of confidentiality. Willingness to work extra or extended hours based on work demands. Perform other duties as assigned. Statement of Qualifications Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in bookkeeping is required. Previous experience working in an office environment is desirable. Experience working with web pages and social media sites is desirable. Knowledge of grants, grant writing, grant management is a plus. A background check may be required. Required Skills Good knowledge of bookkeeping principles. Good oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated computer competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access Database, and QuickBooks. Use of phone lines and other office equipment. Strong organizational skills, including the ability to organize alpha and numeric files, lists and other documents.

Functional Attributes Physical Demands:

Position requires light lifting, stooping, reaching, handling, talking, and hearing and depth perception.

Mental Functions:

Position requires comparing, copying, computing, compiling, coordinating, synthesizing, communicating, and interpersonal skills.

Environmental Conditions & Physical Surroundings:

Position does not involve work in dangerous environmental conditions or physical surroundings.

Hazards:

Position does not involve work with identified hazards. Please send a cover letter and resume to southroyaltonrescue@gmail.com. South Royalton Rescue is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Deadline:

open until filled.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person