Bookkeeper

Family Promise of Hawaii; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Honolulu is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to oversee financial transactions, support grant documentation, and contribute to the mission of preventing homelessness. Applicants should have 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping and familiarity with QuickBooks. The role involves working in a collaborative finance team and offers flexible work options. Competitive hourly compensation and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience required.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting practices preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Summarize staff timesheets for monthly grant reporting.
• Post bank transactions in accounting system.
• Assist with preparation of grant invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Trustworthiness

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Job description

Part-time (20 hours/week), in-office or hybrid

Department

Finance

Last Updated

September 26, 2025

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Job Summary

Family Promise of Hawaiʻi is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness for children and families. As the part-time Bookkeeper, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring FPH’s financial systems run smoothly as the organization grows to serving more families in need. This position is primarily transactional, with an emphasis on grant documentation and accurate accounting, and it also offers the opportunity to grow your skills in nonprofit finance and compliance.

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive finance team, reporting to the Director of Finance and working closely with the Accounting Manager. This role offers a chance to be part of an expanding nonprofit that is making a tangible difference in the community. If you’re detail-oriented, eager to learn, and motivated by contributing to a mission that changes lives, we encourage you to apply.

Family Promise of Hawaiʻi (FPH) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to transform the lives of families with children in Hawaiʻi facing homelessness by providing housing, resources, and support. Founded in 2005, FPH operates emergency shelters to give families a safe place to sleep, study, and get back on their feet; provides individualized case management and rental assistance to help families navigate and overcome their challenges; and organizes community-based opportunities to help families build skills and social capital. Each year, FPH serves thousands of children, parents, and family members on Oʻahu and Maui.

Essential Job Functions

Summarize staff timesheets for monthly grant reporting.

Gather, organize, and file supporting documentation for grant invoice submissions.

Assist with the preparation of grant invoices and related reporting.

File supporting documentation to appropriate grant folders for reimbursement.

Transaction Processing (35%)

Post bank transactions in the organization’s accounting system (QuickBooks Online) to proper accounts, projects, and classes with supporting documentation.

Post credit card and expense management transactions to the appropriate accounts, projects, and classes; synchronize with the accounting system.

Process bank deposits and prepare checks in the accounting system.

Audit & Compliance Support (10%)

Support financial audits and grant monitoring visits by collecting and organizing documentation.

Maintain awareness of compliance requirements (grant restrictions, cost allocation rules), flagging potential issues for the Director of Finance.

Partner with the Accounting Manager on day-to-day assignments and coordinate closely with the Director of Finance.

Maintain confidentiality of donor, employee, client, and organizational financial information.

Engage in growth-minded development by participating in conferences, workshops, and training sessions to remain current on best practices and community needs.

Contribute flexibly to the finance team’s evolving needs, supporting special projects and new initiatives as they arise.

Required Qualifications & Experience

At least 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Experience with QuickBooks Online and Excel.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

Trustworthy and dependable, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

General awareness of compliance needs (grant restrictions, cost allocation rules) and ability to flag potential issues.

Familiarity with or willingness to learn nonprofit accounting practices and organizational systems.

Committed to high ethical standards and operating with professionalism and integrity.

A team player who's open to feedback, adaptable to change, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing organization.

A passion for the mission and vision of Family Promise of Hawaiʻi.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Experience in nonprofit or grant accounting.

Knowledge of federal grant requirements (e.g., 2 CFR 200).

Familiarity with expense management tools (e.g., Ramp or similar).

Interest in professional growth, training, or certifications related to nonprofit finance.

Our Commitment to Equity

In line with Family Promise of Hawaiʻi’s core values, we are committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, social justice, and antiracism throughout our work. We value the different forms of experience and expertise on our team, and we strive to build an organization that leverages each employee’s unique skills and perspectives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to this position, even if you’ve had a less traditional career path or don’t think you check every box in the job description.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position is $23-$28, depending on experience. The position will start at 20 hours per week, with the opportunity to expand as the organization grows.

Benefits at Family Promise of Hawaiʻi include:

A passionate team and mission-driven work environment.

12.5 days (100 hours) of paid sick and vacation time for part-time employees.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (available for part-time employees).

A 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution — regardless of how much you choose to contribute, we will contribute 3% of your salary.

Monthly cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement.

Professional development and training opportunities.