StepUp Durham

Part-Time Bookkeeper

Durham, NC
Part Time
Experienced

📍 Durham, NC (Hybrid)
💼 Part-Time | 20-25 hours/month
💰 $50-60/hour
Part-Time Bookkeeper

About StepUp Durham

StepUp Durham is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to empowering our community through workforce development and economic opportunity. We believe in creating pathways to success for individuals facing barriers to employment, and we're looking for a skilled financial professional to support our mission through excellent bookkeeping and financial management.

Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper to serve as our outsourced financial services professional. This role is critical to maintaining the fiscal health and transparency of our organization. You'll work closely with our Executive Director, Development Director, and Board leadership to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented financial professional who values flexibility and wants to make a meaningful impact in the nonprofit sector.

What You'll Do

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Manage payroll processing and serve as primary liaison with our payroll services provider
  • Perform monthly and year-end accounting close procedures
  • Maintain QuickBooks with accurate data entry of income and expenses
  • Generate monthly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow)
  • Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and manage credit card statements
  • Prepare ad hoc financial reports for Board leadership

Budgeting & Analysis

  • Collaborate with Executive Director and Board Treasurer to prepare the annual organizational budget
  • Input Board-approved budget into QuickBooks with appropriate tracking
  • Track and report actual vs. budget performance monthly
  • Provide cash projections and cost-center analysis as needed

Collaboration & Support

  • Attend Finance Committee and Board meetings as needed
  • Communicate regularly with leadership team and Board Treasurer
  • Provide grant application and reporting support
  • Recommend improvements to financial systems and procedures
 

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Minimum 2-3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
  • Experience with nonprofit accounting and fund accounting principles
  • Demonstrated proficiency with QuickBooks (Desktop or Online)
  • Knowledge of payroll processing and compliance
  • Experience presenting to boards or committees

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bookkeeping certification or CPA credentials

Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
  • Comfortable with cloud-based financial systems
  • Ability to learn new software platforms as needed

Key Competencies

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • Professional discretion and confidentiality
  • Collaborative approach and relationship-building skills

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of $50-60/hour based on experience
  • Flexible schedule with approximately 20-25 hours per month
  • Hybrid work arrangement (weekly onsite meetings with remote work otherwise)
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the Durham community
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Work Schedule & Location

  • Flexible schedule tied to monthly accounting cycle
  • Weekly onsite presence at StepUp Durham offices (112 Broadway St, Suite B, Durham, NC 27701)
  • Remainder of work performed remotely
  • Occasional evening availability for Board/Finance Committee meetings (with advance notice)

Special Onboarding Period

For the initial engagement period (April through June 2026), you'll serve as liaison with our outgoing bookkeeper to ensure complete transfer of information and accurate financial reporting. This transition support is critical to our success.

Our Commitment to Community

StepUp Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment where all employees can succeed. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We actively encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Please contact us if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!
 
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