Bookkeeper

St Vincent de Paul Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Vincent de Paul Georgia is seeking a Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records, process accounts payable and receivable, and support the preparation of financial reports for our nonprofit operations.

As part of the Finance team, you will manage restricted and unrestricted funds, grants, donations, and retail operations, ensuring precise recording and timely reporting across SVdP Georgia’s statewide network.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience.
• Proficient math skills for bookkeeping, revenue accounts, expenses, and reports.
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in 10-key typing and data entry.
• Deadline-driven with strong time management.
• Commitment to nonprofit Catholic mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable process using accounting software and other programs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors.
• Reconcile bank activity daily.
• Record ACH debits in all accounts.
• Record donations received daily to Raiser's Edge.
• Post entry from Raiser's Edge to Financial Edge for donations.
• Record funds transfers within various bank accounts.
• Prepare a weekly report of deposits and payments.
• Research stale dated checks older than 15 days.
• Void and place stop payment on voided checks.
• Enter bills into the system for payment.
• Collect payments on outstanding invoices.

Skills

Math skills

GAAP knowledge

Confidentiality

10-key typing

Data entry

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Financial software

Non-profit mission

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Job description

St. Vincent de Paul Georgia (SVdP) envisions a more just and compassionate Georgia, where every neighbor lives with dignity and opportunity. Our mission is to serve our neighbors with love and respect: delivering help, hope and pathways to self-sufficiency. With a core focus on preventing homelessness, fighting hunger, and improving health, we are the oldest and largest state-wide social service nonprofit. Our programs include rental and utility assistance, food recovery and distribution, and prescription fulfillment through an onsite pharmacy. Our essential elements are Faith, Friendship and Service, and we strive to practice the Vincentian Virtues of Simplicity, Selflessness, Gentleness, Humility and Zeal. Services are provided through the headquarters’ (Council) facility in Chamblee, GA, 74 Conferences (parish-based chapters) throughout the state, and 9 Thrift Stores. To learn more about SVdP Georgia and our programs, visit our website at www.svdpgeorgia.org

Feed. Clothe. House. Heal.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Controller/Director of Finance, the Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate, timely, and well-documented financial records in support of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia’s financial operations and mission. This position performs day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities, including recording and reconciling financial transactions, processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining supporting documentation, assisting with bank and account reconciliations, and supporting the preparation of financial reports.

Working as part of the Finance team, the Bookkeeper supports the accurate accounting and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds, grants, donations, retail operations, and other organizational revenue and expenses. The position also assists with financial activity associated with SVdP’s statewide network of parish-based Conferences and works with staff and volunteer leaders as needed to ensure financial information is complete, accurate, and properly recorded.

The position requires strong attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and integrity, as well as an understanding of the importance of accurate financial reporting and responsible stewardship of resources entrusted to a nonprofit organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable process using accounting software and other programs
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
• Reconcile bank activity daily
• Record any ach debits in all accounts
• Record donations received daily to Raiser’s Edge
• Post entry from Raiser’s Edge to Financial Edge for donations
• Record funds transfers within various bank accounts
• Prepare a weekly report of deposits and payments
• Research and inquire about stale dated checks out for 15 days or more
• Void and place stop payment on voided checks
• Enter bills into the system for payment
• Collect payments on outstanding invoices

Qualifications

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
• Proficient math skills to handle bookkeeping, revenue accounts, expenses, transactions reports, and related financial duties.
• Understanding of GAAP accounting principles.
• Familiarity with financial software; Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in entering financial data.
• Outstanding math and research skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with 10-key typing and data entry.
• Deadline-driven with excellent time management ability.
• Ability to support the mission of a Catholic based, non-profit organization