Full Charge Bookkeeper Jobs

Position Opening: Full Charge Bookkeeper

Annual Salary: starting at $54,500 with generous benefits

Offered Compensation Dependent On Qualifications

Exempt, full-time position

POSITION AT A GLANCE

• ISAIAH is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper with solid accounting knowledge and experience (preferably in the non-profit sector) and has a clear interest in ISAIAH's mission to promote a strong multi-racial democracy.
• This is a full-time, exempt position with generous benefits. The ideal starting date is late June/early July 2023.
• ISAIAH and its related organizations have a combined annual budget of ~$3-4.5 million. ISAIAH’s related organizations include a 501(c)4 non-profit, political committee, and sponsored programs. More info is at the end of this posting.
• The Full Charge Bookkeeper reports to the Director of Operations and works with two other operations staff.
• ISAIAH is located in St. Paul, MN, near 280 and University Ave. It is helpful to be able to work in person at least once a week. Remote work is negotiable.

WHY IS THIS POSITION IMPORTANT?

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is key in ensuring we have strong financial controls, timely and accurate financial statements, and an organization that starts and ends each year in good fiscal health. Our staff and leaders advocate for issues aligned with our shared values, such as a caring economy that works for all, a just and inclusive Minnesota, and environmental stewardship.

This work is only possible with strong financial management and internal controls. Finding a capable Full Charge Bookkeeper is critical in helping our organizations stay on top of day-to-day accounting, adherence to accounting standards, and long-term needs through forecasting, planning, and monitoring internal finances. The Full Charge Bookkeeper will be trained on relevant advocacy and campaign regulations to help ensure compliance with the law.

Responsibilities of the Full Charge Bookkeeper

Financial Accounting

• Ensure that ISAIAH properly records all revenue and expense items, maintains documentation for auditors, and tracks pledges and receipts.
• Prepare monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations, and spot-check large and unique transactions.
• Work with a contracted accountant on journal entries and advanced postings.

Financial management, analysis, and guidance

• Work with the Operations Director to implement and refine financial controls.
• Utilize budgeting, analysis of financial statements, and comparison between actuals to budgeted to maintain the accuracy and stewardship of a combined $3 to 4.5 million annual budget.
• Prepare regular financial and narrative reports for the Director of Operations, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.

Audit, tax, and annual filings

• Prepare and issue reports and forms such as W-2/1099 forms, Charity Annual Report, and Secretary of State renewals.
• Serve as liaison to external auditors; prepare financial records for the audit.
• Work with outside accountants to prepare 990s and ensure payroll software is filing 941s and other tax filings on time and accurately.

Payroll and Human Resources

• Collect timesheet data on a bi-weekly basis; follow up on late timesheets.
• Assisting with enrolling/terminating employee benefits and reconciling benefit invoices.
• Assist with maintaining and administering floating holiday use, insurance claims, and wage garnishments.

Organizational administration

• Remain up-to-date with current developments in accounting standards and other rules and regulations affecting ISAIAH.
• Work with Operations Director to comply with MN’s campaign finance reporting requirements and Internal Revenue Code related to lobbying activities.

HOW WILL WE KNOW IF YOU'RE A GOOD FIT?

ISAIAH seeks to build a staff who are open to self-development. While these desired items are important, we encourage candidates who meet most but not all of the desired skills to still apply. A demonstrated history of continuous self-development and increased responsibility can help us assess your potential to grow and take on new challenges.

Ideal candidates should have:

• Ability to balance the “big picture, long-term view” with a day-to-day focus.
• Experience collaborating with a diverse team with different strengths and weaknesses.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong data entry skills, thorough, and able to reduce and minimize errors.

Knowledge and experience candidates should have:

• Comfort using spreadsheet software; formulas, filters, and conditional formats.
• Knowledge of GAAP and FASB standards and IRS regulations.
• Comfortability using Microsoft and Google products for word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Comfortable using Zoom/video conferencing products.
• Experience preparing financial reports, monitoring budgets, and overseeing accounts receivable/payable.
• At least 1-2 years of bookkeeping experience with accounting software suitable for medium to large organizations (QuickBooks Online preferred).

Other details about this position:

• The position requires sitting for extended periods, working on a computer, performing repetitive motions, and effective verbal and written communication.
• Candidates who can work in-person at least once a week are preferred; ISAIAH is open to remote candidates who can deliver high-quality results.

Benefits

• Full benefits details may be provided to candidates selected for interviews.
• ISAIAH offers generous family medical and dental insurance, basic life, short/long-term insurance, paid/sick time off, holidays, and 401k contributions.

How to Apply

• This position will remain open until filled. Applications are reviewed as they’re received.
• It is important that the Full Charge Bookkeeper takes a personal interest in ISAIAH and Faith in Minnesota’s mission and work. Your cover letter will be an important factor for our consideration.

Our Statement Regarding Being An Equal Opportunity Employer

ISAIAH believes that a team with diverse experiences and backgrounds, working in an inclusive and safe work environment, generates richer discussions and more nuanced thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage people whose identities and backgrounds reflect the rich diversity of our community and are traditionally underrepresented in nonprofits to apply to our positions.

About ISAIAH

ISAIAH, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is a vehicle for multi-racial, multi-faith coalitions across Minnesota to act collectively and powerfully towards racial and economic equity in MN by addressing both local and regional community issues, including mass incarceration, immigration, healthcare, and racial inequity. Faith in Minnesota is our 501(c)4 organization that gives us a platform to organize and advocate directly in our state’s elections and political process.

Together, we have more than 100 member and partner churches and mosques, more than 25 barbershops, and more than 200 childcare centers who work to promote a caring economy and a multi-racial democracy that honors every person’s dignity. We do this work through intentional, intensive leadership development, collective action, and deep partnerships with grassroots organizations and public servants.

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