Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the daily financial operations of an independent day school in Stamford, Connecticut. This Long-term Contract position offers an opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven educational environment by maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting processes, and helping ensure sound financial practices. The role works closely with school leadership and external partners to keep accounting activities organized, timely, and compliant. Candidates who thrive in collaborative settings and bring strong bookkeeping expertise will be well suited for this part-time opportunity.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee routine accounting transactions by entering invoices, issuing payments, and keeping vendor obligations current and properly documented.
• Administer receivables activities, including tuition invoicing, payment tracking, and outreach regarding overdue balances.
• Record incoming funds such as cash collections, charitable contributions, and grant receipts in the appropriate accounts.
• Run payroll for approximately 50 employees while maintaining supporting records for tax forms, direct deposits, benefit deductions, and employee withholding details.
• Prepare payroll-related submissions and assist with required tax filings, including periodic and year-end reporting documents.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card activity, petty cash, and other balance sheet accounts to support an accurate general ledger.
• Produce monthly financial summaries for school leadership and assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and year-end close activities.
• Organize financial documentation for annual review processes and support compliance efforts, including vendor records, W-9 collection, 1099 preparation, and applicable nonprofit filings.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or comparable bookkeeping experience.
• At least 5 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience, with prior work in a nonprofit or educational setting considered an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll administration, and bank reconciliation procedures.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and comfort using accounting platforms, spreadsheets, and related financial tools.
• Familiarity with nonprofit accounting practices, including fund accounting and awareness of Form 990 reporting expectations, preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Effective organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate with staff, leadership, and auditors.

Compensation

$27.71-$32.09 Hourly

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