Accounting Manager (Part-Time)

CARITAS For Children; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

CARITAS For Children is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting functions. You will manage financial records, process transactions, and support audits.

The ideal candidate has experience in nonprofit accounting, can work independently, and maintain accuracy under pressure. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling, primarily based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with possible hybrid options.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or financial management.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Process accounts payable and record financial transactions.
• Manage and record all check deposits received.
• Process payroll and record payroll journal entries.
• Support annual audit preparation.
• Provide financial reports to organizational leadership and board.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reports to: President / Executive Director

Time Commitment: Part-time, flexible schedule (approximately 20–30 hours per week, with occasional additional hours during audit and year-end reporting periods)

Compensation: Based on Experience

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin preferred; hybrid or flexible arrangements may be considered depending on experience and organizational needs

Position Summary

CARITAS For Children is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee the organization’s day‑to‑day accounting and financial processing functions. This is a hands‑on role responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, supporting audits and compliance requirements, and assisting leadership with financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, experienced in nonprofit or small‑business accounting, comfortable working independently, and confident managing transactional accounting processes from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial records
• Process accounts payable and record financial transactions
• Manage and record all check deposits received
• Process payroll through payroll provider and record payroll journal entries
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Oversee cash flow tracking and financial record maintenance
• Support annual audit preparation and work with external auditors
• Assist with IRS Form 990 preparation and compliance reporting
• Maintain internal accounting controls and financial processes
• Provide financial reports and support to organizational leadership and board reporting needs
• Support sponsorship-related account tracking and financial reporting as needed

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or financial management
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting processes
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional accounting
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred

Systems & Software

• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools

What This Role Requires

This is a hands‑on accounting role without support staff. The individual in this position will handle day‑to‑day financial processing and accounting tasks independently while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting organizational reporting needs.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please send a short cover letter, resume, and any other documents you wish to share.