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Freelance part-time bookkeeper for small nonprofit

Remote, Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    November 9, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    October 12, 2026
    Salary:
    See below
    Please submit your hourly rate when applying.
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Environment & Sustainability, Climate Change, Civic Engagement

    Description

    Organization Description

    Earth Day Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that builds on the legacy of Earth Day, which has inspired environmental education and action since 1970. The organization promotes environmental awareness and practical solutions through partnerships with schools, community groups, businesses, and government agencies. Earth Day Initiative runs year-round programs and organizes major annual Earth Day events to engage the public in sustainability issues. The team works to carry the enthusiasm and spirit of Earth Day into the 21st century to address today’s environmental challenges. For more information about Earth Day Initiative and its programs, visit www.earthdayinitiative.org.

    Role Responsibilities

    We are a small nonprofit, seeking a freelance bookkeeper to perform the following responsibilities.

    • Maintaining general ledger
    • Tracking and entering accounts payable and receivable
    • Reconciliation of all bank statements
    • Entering payroll items (from payroll service)
    • End of year reporting to accountant
    • Filing forms 1099s
    • All work done with Quickbooks Online

    Total hours: Roughly 45-50 hours per year.

    Start date: Before the end of the year.

    Location: Remote but located in New York

    Our current freelance bookkeeper can onboard you, explaining all responsibilities before you take over the role.

    To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience as a bookkeeper and your hourly rate.

    Location

    Remote
    Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
    Associated Location
    New York, NY, USA

    How to Apply

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    To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience as a bookkeeper and your hourly rate.

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