Bookkeeper, Carey & Co

Summary

Carey & Co partners with nonprofits to provide finance, HR, fundraising, and technology support. The Bookkeeper will manage day-to-day accounting for nonprofit clients, including transaction recording, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, month-end close support, and financial recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-Day Bookkeeping: Record transactions, code expenses, and maintain accurate general ledgers for assigned nonprofit clients
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor bills, prepare invoices, record deposits, and follow up on outstanding balances
• Reconciliations: Complete monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Month-End Close: Support month-end close tasks, journal entries, and supporting schedules across assigned client engagements
• Nonprofit Accounting Support: Track restricted funds and grant activity accurately; assist with audit and tax preparation as needed
• Team & Client Support: Collaborate with the Director of Bookkeeping and Finance team to keep work consistent across engagements, and respond to routine client accounting questions
• Recordkeeping: Maintain organized financial records, follow documented procedures, and flag opportunities to improve processes

Skills

• * 1–3 years of relevant bookkeeping or transactional accounting experience; experience in a small business, office management, or professional services setting is welcome
• * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with comfort managing deadlines in a fully remote environment
• * Clear written and verbal communication skills
• * Experience managing books for multiple entities or clients at the same time a plus
• * Familiarity with nonprofit accounting (restricted funds, grants) and basic GAAP principles a plus
• * Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage Intacct a plus; QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification a plus
• * A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is a plus, but relevant experience is what matters most

Qualifications

Must Haves

• * 1–3 years of relevant bookkeeping or transactional accounting experience; experience in a small business, office management, or professional services setting is welcome
• * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with comfort managing deadlines in a fully remote environment
• * Clear written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Haves

• * Experience managing books for multiple entities or clients at the same time a plus
• * Familiarity with nonprofit accounting (restricted funds, grants) and basic GAAP principles a plus
• * Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage Intacct a plus; QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification a plus
• * A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is a plus, but relevant experience is what matters most

Benefits

• Fully remote, flexible work environment.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Room to grow your skills alongside an experienced finance team.
• Opportunity to support mission-driven organizations making an impact.
• Hands-on exposure to a wide range of nonprofit organizations and accounting practices.