Bookkeeper

The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) is seeking a highly experienced Bookkeeper to manage complex financial operations and ensure compliance across multiple programs and funding sources. This role is critical to maintaining financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making for our mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities include overseeing AP/AR/payroll, bank reconciliations, financial reporting for leadership and grants, and supporting audits with GAAP compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Expertise in QuickBooks and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of grant reporting and fund accounting.
• Proven ability to manage complex financial systems and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Manage reconciliations for multiple bank accounts and funding streams.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership and grant compliance.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Assist with budgeting and cash flow management in collaboration with the CFO.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Train and mentor junior staff on accounting processes and best practices.

Skills

QuickBooks

Excel

Grant reporting

Fund accounting

GAAP

Education

Accounting degree (Assoc./B.S.)

Tools

Excel advanced

Job description

Description

The National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) is seeking a highly experienced Bookkeeper to manage complex financial operations and ensure compliance across multiple programs and funding sources. This role is critical to maintaining financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making for our mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Manage reconciliations for multiple bank accounts and funding streams.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership and grant compliance.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Assist with budgeting and cash flow management in collaboration with the CFO.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Train and mentor junior staff on accounting processes and best practices.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Expertise in QuickBooks and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of grant reporting and fund accounting.
• Proven ability to manage complex financial systems and meet strict deadlines.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.