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Bookkeeper/Administrator (part time, contract)

Remote, Work must be performed in Indiana, US
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    August 1, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    July 16, 2026
    Experience Level:
    Mid-level
    Compensation:
    USD $35 / hour
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Family, Housing & Homelessness, Poverty

    Description

    Title: Administrator (contract)

    Hours: Approximately 5-10 hours per week

    Compensation: $35/hour

    Location: Remote with a preference for Bloomington Indiana

    Start Date: Flexible

    ABOUT US

    Bloomington Cooperative Living creates and maintains affordable, communal housing in Bloomington, Indiana that is democratically controlled by residents. We currently operate five houses with approximately 75 member-residents.

    PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Finances (70%)
      • Reconcile organization’s books in QuickBooks Online
      • Coordinate with volunteer treasury committee to ensure correct and compliant bookkeeping. Train volunteers in QuickBooks as needed.
      • Manage annual tax filings with federal, state and local governments, in coordination with contracted CPA
      • Maintain organization’s insurances (general liability, homeowners insurance, etc.)
      • Attend monthly treasury committee meetings via Zoom
    • Administrative (30%)
      • Maintain business registration with IN Secretary of State
      • Maintain sales tax and property tax exemptions with state and local entities
      • Maintain rental permits with HAND (Housing and Neighborhood Development) with the City of Bloomington
      • Maintain registration with SAM.gov
      • Submit brief monthly reports to the Board of Directors on your hours worked and progress
      • Keep board of directors informed of upcoming deadlines
      • Attend remote monthly board of directors meetings
      • Others administrative duties as assigned
    • Other
      • We are a dynamic organization with many ongoing projects, coordinated almost entirely by members. Current projects you could optionally be involved in include: fundraising, outreach to potential members, social media, project management, budgeting, managing contractors for a major renovation, etc. If you have skills and interests in administering additional projects, the role is flexible and can grow to your interests.

    ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

    • Non-profit administration experience (1+ year)
    • Experience bookkeeping in QuickBooks (2+ year)
    • Self Driven
    • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
    • Highly organized

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with member-based non-profit organizations
    • Interest in affordable housing and/or cooperatives
    • Familiarity with Slack and Google Workspaces
    • Understanding of regulatory compliance
    • Experience with the following aspects of nonprofit organizations
      • Fundraising
      • Communications
      • Construction project management
      • Capital expansion

    Please attach a resume and briefly answer the application questions. Cover letters are discouraged.

    Please note: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We will respond to all applicants so if you have not heard from us, we are still considering your application.

    Location

    Remote
    Work must be performed in Indiana, US
    Associated Location
    404 W Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404, USA

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