Part-Time Volunteer Bookkeeper

Art With A Heart Inc.; Whitby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Art With A Heart Inc. in Durham Region, Canada, is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper to maintain financial records, manage AR/AP, payroll, and monthly reporting for a charitable nonprofit. Reporting to the Founder and Board, this role supports audits, budgets, and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience, familiarity with charity regulations, and proficiency in QuickBooks, Word, Excel, and Google Workspace while collaborating with diverse community programs.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in accounting/bookkeeping or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years bookkeeping/accounting experience (non-profit sector preferred).
• Familiarity with regulations governing charities.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Strong organizational and financial management skills.
• Professional confidentiality and people skills.
• Self-directed and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records from ledger entries to trial balance.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable.
• Prepare and process deposits.
• Run a small payroll.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual remittances and reports.
• Generate financial reports for internal use.
• Coordinate annual audit and liaise with auditors.
• Support annual budget preparation and presentation.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

People skills

Self-directed

Ability to work with diverse Popуляtіо

Education

Degree or certificate in accounting/bookkeeping or equivalent experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Part-Time Bookkeeper – Art With A Heart Inc.

About Us

Art With A Heart Inc. (AWAH) is a Canadian Registered Charity celebrating 16 years of creative impact. Based in the heart of Durham Region, we deliver inclusive, expressive arts-based programs that foster well-being and connection. Our work spans all ages and backgrounds, with a special focus on marginalized communities— supporting individuals in shelters, youth outreach, mental health transitions, seniors’ centers, and more.

The Role

We’re seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper to join our passionate team. Reporting to the Founder and Board of Directors, this role is essential to maintaining the financial health and transparency of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records from ledger entries to trial balance
• Manage accounts receivable and payable
• Prepare and process deposits
• Run a small payroll
• Ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual remittances and reports
• Generate financial reports for internal use
• Coordinate annual audit and liaise with auditors
• Support annual budget preparation and presentation

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in accounting/bookkeeping or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years bookkeeping/accounting experience (non-profit sector preferred)
• Familiarity with regulations governing charities
• Proficiency in QuickBooks
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Workspace
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Strong organizational and financial management skills
• Professional confidentiality and people skills
• Self-directed and reliable

Ideal Candidate

• A semi-retired or retired professional seeking meaningful community engagement
• Someone re-entering the workforce and looking to refresh their resume
• A volunteer with bookkeeping skills eager to make a difference

Minimum 2 year term.