Nonprofit Bookkeeper & Grants Finance Coordinator

Rialliance; Cranston (RI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Labor Studies and Research is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper and Financial Coordinator to manage the organization’s day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting records, timely payroll processing, grant and program fiscal management, and compliance with reporting requirements.

The role collaborates with management, program staff, auditors, vendors, and funding agencies to maintain financial health and integrity, while supporting monthly invoicing, audits, and

Qualifications

• Three or more years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll tax filings.
• Knowledge of grant accounting and nonprofit financial management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and weekly vendor payments.
• Record invoices, bills, and expenses in QuickBooks, allocating costs to the grants, programs, or administrative accounts.
• Manage PayPal transactions and staff purchase reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and follow up on receipts, invoices, and W-9 forms.
• Process bank deposits, record incoming revenue, and monitor outstanding receivables.
• Prepare monthly grant and contract invoices.
• Assist program directors with budgeting, expenditures, and fiscal reporting.
• Prepare financial reports required by funders and grantors.
• Monitor grant spending to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Reconcile all bank accounts monthly.
• Transfer funds between accounts as necessary to support operations.
• Maintain petty cash and process monthly rent deposits.
• Process biweekly payroll using QuickBooks and timekeeping software.
• Submit payroll tax payments and retirement plan contributions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Get ready for Nonprofit Appreciation Month in November!

Bookkeeper and Financial Coordinator

Job Information

• Description:

  Presented by The Institute for Labor Studies & Research

  Position Summary
  The Bookkeeper is responsible for the organization's day-to-day financial operations, ensuringaccurate accounting records, timely payroll processing, grant and program fiscal management, and compliance with financial reporting requirements. This position works closely with management, program staff, auditors, vendors, and funding agencies to maintain the financial health and integrity of the organization.

  
  Essential Responsibilities
  Accounting & Accounts Payable
  ● Process accounts payable and weekly vendor payments.
  ● Record invoices, bills, and expenses in QuickBooks, allocating costs to the appropriate
  grants, programs, or administrative accounts.
  ● Manage organizational PayPal transactions and staff purchase reimbursements.
  ● Maintain accurate financial records and follow up on outstanding receipts, invoices, and
  W-9 forms.
  ● Process bank deposits, record incoming revenue, and monitor outstanding receivables.

  
  Grant & Program Financial Management

  ● Maintain grant and program budgets within QuickBooks.
  ● Prepare monthly grant and contract invoices.
  ● Assist program directors with budgeting, expenditures, and fiscal reporting.
  ● Prepare financial reports required by funders and grantors.
  ● Monitor grant spending to ensure compliance with funding requirements.

  
  Banking & Cash Management
  ● Reconcile all bank accounts monthly.
  ● Transfer funds between accounts as necessary to support organizational operations.
  ● Maintain petty cash and process monthly rent deposits.
  Payroll & Benefits Administration
  ● Process biweekly payroll using QuickBooks and timekeeping software.
  ● Submit payroll tax payments and retirement plan contributions.
  ● Coordinate new employee payroll and benefits enrollment.
  ● Prepare quarterly and annual payroll tax filings, including W-2s and 1099 forms.

  
  Financial Reporting & Compliance
  ● Prepare financial reports for management and the Board of Directors.
  ● Assist with annual budget monitoring and organizational financial reporting.
  ● Coordinate the annual financial audit, workers' compensation audit, and retirement plan
  audit.
  ● Complete fiscal year-end closing activities, reconciliations, and adjusting entries.
  ● Review insurance policies and financial contracts annually

• Location: Cranston, RI
• Starts On: Aug. 24, 2026, 9:43 a.m.
• Salary: Commensurate with Experience to Commensurate with Experience

Job Requirements

• Experience:

  ● Three or more years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or grant-funded organization
  ● Experience processing payroll and preparing payroll tax filings.
  ● Knowledge of grant accounting and nonprofit financial management preferred

• Skills:

  ● Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  ● Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
  ● Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively with staff, vendors, auditors, and funding partners.

• Computer Skills:

  ● Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
  ● Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and professional email communication.

• Education Required:

  ● Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Company Information

• Institute for Labor Studies and Research
  

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Michael Roles at: [e-mail] – please state your salary requirements in your cover letter.

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