Bookkeeper

Chattanooga Zoo; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join the Zoo Crew. The ideal candidate is passionate about numbers, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate data and spreadsheets.

The role focuses on general ledger maintenance, invoice processing, and cash reconciliation to support the Zoo's financial health. Responsibilities include cash reconciliation, bank deposits, credit card verification, vendor payments, and maintaining financial records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of relevant college coursework.
• Minimum one (1) year relevant, hands-on experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel is required.
• Experience / knowledge of Sage Intact and Bill.com preferred.
• Any combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling daily cash receipts and recording cash transactions.
• Prepare bank deposits.
• Verification and reconciliation of credit card transactions and receipts.
• Invoice processing and reconciliation.
• Posting checks and vendor payments.
• Maintain electronic and physical financial records.
• Assist in account analysis and account coding.
• Log transactions and create and utilize spreadsheets.
• Assist with audits, forecasts, and other financial planning.
• Handle incoming mail, scan and photocopy documents.
• Filing, mailing, and other duties as assigned.
• Please see Full Job Description below.

Skills

Excel

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Confidential handling

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Two years college coursework

1 year hands-on experience

Tools

Sage Intact

Bill.com

Job description

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join the Zoo Crew! To be successful in this role you will need to have a passion for numbers, possess a high level of detail, and thrive on accurate data and spreadsheets.

The Bookkeeper plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and contributes to the overall financial health of the Zoo. This position involves various tasks related to general ledger maintenance, invoice processing and cash reconciliation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reconciling daily cash receipts and recording cash transactions
• Prepare bank deposits
• Verification and reconciliation of credit card transactions and receipts
• Invoice processing and reconciliation
• Posting checks and vendor payments
• Maintain electronic and physical financial records
• Assist in account analysis and account coding
• Log transactions and create and utilize spreadsheets
• Assist with audits, forecasts, and other financial planning
• Handle incoming mail, scan and photocopy documents
• Filing, mailing, and other duties as assigned
• Please see Full Job Description below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two (2) years of relevant college coursework
• Minimum one (1) year relevant, hands-on experience
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel is required
• Experience / knowledge of Sage Intact and Bill.com preferred
• Any combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered

COMPETENCIES

• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Exceptional attention to detail; high level of accuracy
• Excellent computer skills; Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets
• Analytical thinker with problem solving skills
• Proficient fact-checking abilities
• Trustworthy and discreet when working with confidential information

LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS

Valid driver's license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light:

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force to constantly move objects.
• This position requires sitting for long periods of time, but also may require some movement across Zoo grounds, including bending, stooping, and kneeling to collect coin donations.

Physical Environment

This position is generally required to perform work within an office setting and occasionally exposed to external elements which include heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid and extreme weather conditions

The Friends of the Zoo, Inc (Chattanooga Zoo) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Zoo will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to be their authentic selves. We value the diverse qualities, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals.