Business Manager

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to support the financial and operational needs of a library organization in Nyack, New York. This Long-term Contract position is fully on-site and offers the opportunity to oversee core bookkeeping, reporting, payroll, and year-end audit preparation while partnering with leadership on budgeting and resource planning. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, hands-on QuickBooks Desktop experience, and the ability to manage financial processes with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities, including cash handling, deposits, banking transactions, and routine financial record maintenance.

• Produce periodic financial reports, monitor budget performance, and help shape annual budgets, forecasts, and longer-range financial planning efforts.

• Lead reconciliation work across bank accounts, cash activity, and balance sheet items to ensure accurate reporting and clean month-end and year-end close processes.

• Process payroll and related disbursements on a regular schedule while maintaining organized supporting documentation and strong internal controls.

• Prepare materials for independent and governmental audits, including year-end financial statements, reconciliations, and audit support schedules.

• Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including check runs, payment processing, and follow-up on financial transactions.

• Partner with leadership, department managers, and board-related committees on purchasing decisions, service agreements, financial analysis, and operational planning.

• Support employee benefit and compliance administration by coordinating related financial matters, researching plan options, and tracking applicable policy or regulatory updates.

• Oversee assigned administrative or support staff and assist with vendor coordination, facilities-related financial matters, and other business office priorities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience in financial management.
• At least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or business operations, with demonstrated responsibility for organization-wide financial processes.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and practical experience managing general ledger activity and reconciliations.
• Background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting audit preparation, year-end close, and the creation of accurate financial statements.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal control practices, preferably within a nonprofit or similarly regulated environment.
• Ability to work effectively with leadership, staff, vendors, and board-level stakeholders while handling sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in an on-site work environment.

Compensation

$30.00-$40.00 Hourly

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