Bookkeeper

Kcialaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 3,416,000 - 4,134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Additional benefits

Job summary

Kids’ Corps, Inc. in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking a Bookkeeper to support our financial operations in a full-time role. The position involves processing invoices, tracking donations and deposits, assisting with payroll and tax payments, and maintaining vendor and insurance records.

The role also covers financial reporting, audits, grant documentation, and ensuring documentation for all financial transactions. Experience with Head Start or nonprofit settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED with 12 months working in a similar position.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Preferred understanding of Head Start and nonprofit organizations.

Responsibilities

• Process and code invoices; prepare payments to vendors.
• Track and record incoming payments, donations, and deposits.
• Assist with payroll, payroll deductions, and tax payments.
• Maintain up-to-date records for vendors, contracts, and insurance.
• Support financial reporting, audits, and grant documentation.
• Ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions.
• Work with staff to track childcare billing and co-payments.
• Help with inventory and in-kind donation tracking.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative and independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Kids’ Corps, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, dedicated to providing a full Head Start to low-income families—from prenatal support through age five—using a comprehensive, two‑generation approach to foster school readiness and family well‑being. Founded in 1987 and funded as a Head Start grantee since 1990, we currently serve 187 children and families across multiple locations in Anchorage. Through our early education, health, and family engagement services, we prepare children for success while empowering parents and strengthening our community.

Under the direction of the Accountant, the Bookkeeper supports the financial operations of Kids’ Corps, Inc., helping to ensure accurate recordkeeping, compliance, and timely processing of transactions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing and coding invoices; preparing payments to vendors
• Tracking and recording incoming payments, donations, and deposits
• Assisting with payroll, payroll deductions, and tax payments
• Maintaining up-to-date records for vendors, contracts, and insurance
• Supporting financial reporting, audits, and grant documentation
• Ensuring proper documentation for all financial transactions
• Working with staff to track childcare billing and co-payments
• Helping with inventory and in‑kind donation tracking

This position plays a key role in keeping our financial systems organized and compliant with Head Start regulations and internal policies.

Position Overview:

• Role:Bookkeeper
• Location: Anchorage, Alaska
• Type: Full-time, non-exempt position
• Starting Salary: Dependent on education level:
  • High School Diploma/GED + 12 months of experience: $24.80
  • Associate's degree: $27.29
  • Bachelor's degree $30.01
• Benefits: Includes health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required with 12 months working in a similar position
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Preferred- understanding of Head Start, and nonprofit organizations

Full Job Description Link

Join us at Kids' Corps, Inc. and embark on a rewarding career where you can help shape the future generation! To learn more about the amazing work we do at https://www.kcialaska.org/ .