Bookkeeper

Leaders of Today and Tomorrow (LOTT) ignites women to lead with confidence. When women are ignited to lead with confidence, their leadership will build stronger, more equitable communities that will transform the world. We advance women’s leadership by inspiring emerging leaders through an intensive fellowship where emerging women leaders are matched with mentors and attend workshops led by local women leaders.

The Leaders of Today and Tomorrow (LOTT) is an active and volunteer-only run organization. We rely on volunteers who generously give time, expertise, talent, and enthusiasm to make the program happen; they are crucial to the structure and success of the organization. We are seeking a volunteer to join our Finance Committee as a committee member.

Position Summary: The Bookkeeper supports the day-to-day financial operations of Leaders of Today and Tomorrow by maintaining accurate financial records, processing financial transactions, and assisting with accounting and reporting functions. This volunteer position is responsible for a variety of bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, deposits, credit card reconciliation, bank reconciliation, purchasing, and tax returns. The Bookkeeper works closely with the Treasurer to ensure financial information is accurate, timely, well-organized, and properly documented.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Record deposits and other cash receipts accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Process and maintain purchase orders and related documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and assist with year-end preparation and distribution of 1099s (if needed).
• Prepare and enter journal entries to Quickbooks to appropriately record financial activity.
• Prepare accounting reports and financial documentation as requested.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with preparation for the annual financial audit, including gathering documentation, reconciling accounts, and responding to information requests.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the organization to ensure financial procedures and documentation requirements are followed.
• File 990 tax returns
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and organizational information.

‍Required Skills and Abilities

• Daytime availability to manage interactions with banks required
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and bookkeeping practices.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to organize, record, reconcile, and analyze financial information.
• Ability to use accounting and financial software (QuickBooks) to record, maintain, and analyze financial data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and follow through to resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated discretion, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Previous bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable, or related financial experience preferred.

Policies

This position is unpaid. Volunteers will be asked to complete a conflict-of-interest disclosure and a confidentiality agreement, and will be subject to a background check.